Strategic Procurement Buyer & Contract Specialist

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech’s Procurement Department seeks a Buyer Specialist to support procurement and contracting across university departments. The role focuses on acquiring goods and services, including construction and professional services, while ensuring compliance with university policies and state regulations.

The successful candidate will manage vendor relationships, assist with contract management, and contribute to efficient procurement processes that deliver value to Virginia Tech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in procurement, contracting, or contract administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well within a team, learn quickly, and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement and contracting activities across university departments and spend categories.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and state regulations.
• Acquire goods and services including construction and professional services.
• Manage vendor relationships and execute contracts.
• Support contract management and help improve procurement processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in procurement/contracting

Job description

Virginia Tech’s Procurement Department seeks a Buyer Specialist to support procurement and contracting across university departments. The role focuses on acquiring goods and services, including construction and professional services, while ensuring compliance with university policies and state regulations.

The successful candidate will manage vendor relationships, assist with contract management, and contribute to efficient procurement processes that deliver value to Virginia Tech.