Strategic Public Sector Procurement Specialist

Newport-News-Public-Schools; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist in Newport News, Virginia. The role oversees procurement of moderate to highly technical commodities and services, including architectural and engineering work and construction, using RFQs, IFBs and RFPs in compliance with all applicable laws and district policies.

Responsibilities include strategic sourcing, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, vendor performance management, and advising departments on specs and procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field; or equivalent.
• 5 years procurement experience in government/public sector.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills; able to develop SLAs/MOAs/MOUs and manage procurements.
• Knowledge of procurement law, policies, and eVA system; experience with SWaM considerations.
• Experience in vendor management and contract administration; CPPB/VCO certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Establishes strategic sourcing plans for assigned commodities.
• Writes specifications for RFQs/IFBs/RFPs; evaluates bids and recommends contracts.
• Negotiates cost proposals and assesses value and lifecycle costs.
• Chairs RFP evaluation committees and guides procurement processes.
• Ensures compliance with laws and policies; monitors vendor performance.

Skills

Analytical and problem solving

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Vendor relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field

CPPB or VCO certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

eVA (Virginia eProcurement Portal)

Pcard (small purchases)

Job description

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist in Newport News, Virginia. The role oversees procurement of moderate to highly technical commodities and services, including architectural and engineering work and construction, using RFQs, IFBs and RFPs in compliance with all applicable laws and district policies.

Responsibilities include strategic sourcing, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, vendor performance management, and advising departments on specs and procurement