Procurement Specialist (ID063)

Northwestern Community Services Board; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 52,024 - 70,903; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete benefits package

Enrollment in Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

Northwestern Community Services Board in Virginia is seeking a Procurement Specialist to direct and oversee overall management of procurement, contracts, and purchasing. The successful candidate will develop and implement cost-effective strategies for procuring services and materials. This role requires strong analytical skills and five years of procurement experience.

The Procurement Specialist will also provide technical support to the Chief Financial Officer and represent the agency during contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Five years of combined procurement/contract experience and education preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall management of procurement, contracts, and purchasing.
• Lead during contract negotiation with suppliers/vendors.
• Administer, monitor, and analyze agency contracts.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field

Virginia Contracting Associate certification

Job description

Job Overview

The Procurement Specialist directs and oversees the overall management of procurement, contracts, and purchasing. This position develops, implements, and sustains cost‑effective strategies for purchasing materials and procuring services for the Agency. The Procurement Specialist leads and represents the Agency during contract negotiation with suppliers/vendors; administers, monitors, and analyzes Agency contracts across departments and supplier/vendor performance and compliance. This position oversees and executes all purchase orders within the Agency, drafting, issuing, evaluating, negotiating, and awarding Invitations for Bid and Requests for Proposals. This position provides advanced, technical, and complex support to the Chief Financial Officer in areas of subject matter expertise and performs related work as required.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

Qualifications

• A combination of education, training, and experience which indicates the possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job duties required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a business‑related field preferred.
• Five years of combined procurement/contract experience and education preferred.
• Virginia Contracting Associate certification required within 12 months of hire.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and the ability to provide your own transportation.

Additional Requirements

• May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times.

Salary

$52,024 – $70,903

Position ID

ID063

Retirement

NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.

Benefits

All full‑time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com.

As‑Needed Assistance

If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply or interview, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 540-636-4250, Ext 2155.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Positions remain open and advertised until filled.