Strategic Public Procurement Leader

Virginia Department of Transportation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a seasoned procurement leader to plan, organize, and monitor procurement operations across districts and divisions. The role focuses on auditing, policy interpretation, and improving performance and service levels in bidding and contracting.

The successful candidate will lead teams, advise on procurement issues, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local purchasing laws and practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze problems and recommend alternative solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate the work of supervisory, professional, and technical personnel.

Responsibilities

• Audit: Review audits and prepare responses.
• Interpretation of Policies and Procedures to ensure proper procurement controls.
• Lead teams to meet performance goals and drive competitive bidding and contracting efficiency.
• Provide procurement and contracting services to districts and divisions; advise on procurement issues.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Procurement leadership

Audits & compliance

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO), CPPO, CPPB, or CPM

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a seasoned procurement leader to plan, organize, and monitor procurement operations across districts and divisions. The role focuses on auditing, policy interpretation, and improving performance and service levels in bidding and contracting.

The successful candidate will lead teams, advise on procurement issues, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local purchasing laws and practices.