Senior Procurement & Contracts Lead

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia is seeking a high‑level procurement professional in the General Services Division to lead complex purchasing activities. This role manages contracts from small orders to multi‑million dollar projects, ensuring adherence to WV procurement laws and agency procedures.

Responsibilities include leading competitive bids, reviewing and awarding POs, preparing detailed specifications, and conducting market research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of experience in a centralized purchasing function.
• Master's degree may substitute for required experience (1 year per 15 semester hours).
• Ability to supervise and train subordinate personnel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee competitive bid process and award purchase orders.
• Ensure compliance with state purchasing laws and agency procedures.
• Review requisitions, prepare specifications, and manage complex contracts.
• Audit purchases and prepare reports; track open-end contracts and renewals.
• Serve as back-up supervisor and provide training to staff.

Skills

Knowledge of state purchasing laws

Volume purchasing principles

Market research & cost analysis

Vendor research & evaluation

Effective written and oral communicate

Substitute training for staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree substitution for experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

The State of West Virginia is seeking a high‑level procurement professional in the General Services Division to lead complex purchasing activities. This role manages contracts from small orders to multi‑million dollar projects, ensuring adherence to WV procurement laws and agency procedures.

Responsibilities include leading competitive bids, reviewing and awarding POs, preparing detailed specifications, and conducting market research.