Procurement Specialist II

Procurement Specialist II City of Virginia Beach•3.7 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $57,012.80•$88,358.40 a year 3 days ago Benefits Work from home Qualifications Antitrust law 7 years Customer relationship building Oracle Customer service Process improvement Financial software Research Mid-level Fleet management Bidding project phase Policy & process development Contract drafting Legal drafting Customer relationship management Organizational skills Contracts Computer skills Request for proposal Procurement contract negotiation

CPPB Full Job Description Requisition ID:

48940

Work Location:

Finance•

Municipal Center Pay Range:

A.10, $57,012.80•$88,358.40

Starting Salary:

Depending upon

Qualifications Work Schedule:

Monday•Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm / with a 2 Day Hybrid work schedule

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

4/30/26

Application Deadline:

5/14/26

Job Duties:

The Finance Department's Procurement Division is seeking qualified Procurement Specialists to join their team. "Candidates qualifications are considered during discussions about salary and the department considers options up to the midpoint of the range." This position will be filled as a Procurement Specialist II (A.10, $57,012.80•$72,685.60) or as a Procurement Specialist III (A.13, $65,998.40•$84,147.96) depending on qualifications. Procurement Specialist IIs manage a high volume, fast-paced demanding procurement process for a broad array of goods and services for our resort city, including complex technology, software requirements, municipal automotive fleet equipment, aviation equipment, marine and public safety equipment and services. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Analyzing, evaluating and assessing the variables surrounding requests for highly sensitive and technical procurements Accurately selecting, implementing and managing the most effective and efficient procurement methods Managing the competitive solicitation process from technical development through contract award Ensure compliance with all procurement laws, policies and procedures Procurement Specialist IIIs coordinate highly complex and critical procurements required by the City, assist in the formulation of policies and procedures pertaining to procurement, particularly in the area of competitive negotiations; and assist purchasing staff when required. They research, interpret, update and apply existing procurement laws, policies and procedures to ensure procurement methods utilized by the City are in accordance with City, state and federal laws; instruct internal and external personnel on laws, policies and procedures and critical issues pertaining to each procurement to ensure that applicable guidelines are followed. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Coordinating competitive negotiation strategies with all parties involved to facilitate the procurement of complex purchases. Revise solicitation documents as necessary to conform with City and state requirements; and solicit proposals and/or bids and plans. Evaluate and respond to questions, complaints, protests and disputes in an effort to minimize conflicts resulting from the procurement process Research, interpret update and apply existing procurement laws, policies and procedures to ensure procurement methods utilized by the City are in accordance with City, state and federal laws Organizing and directing pre-proposal conferences , evaluation committees, and negotiation teams to provide clarification and to expedite the procurement process. Review or draft award documents to notify vendors or successful bids. Evaluate and respond to questions, complaints, protests and disputes in an effort to minimize conflicts resulting from the procurement process. Interviewing prospective offers and bidders to update existing knowledge of market conditions and assist City departments by providing market information needed for tactical and strategic planning. Assist purchasing staff in securing complex purchases when required. This position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week. To review the Procurement Specialist III job link please click here:

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Procurement-Specialist-II-01953.pdf

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.001623.5.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS

Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to seven (7) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills and abilities such as municipal government purchasing.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript:

Not Required CDL:

Not Required DOT History:

Not Required CPS Check:

Not Required Physical:

Not Required Respirator:

Not Required Polygraph Review:

Not Required Psychological Screening:

Not Required Attachments Required:

Resume Preferences:

The ideal candidate will have a basic working knowledge of and experience applying federal, state, and local procurement laws, policies, and procedures and state and federal antitrust laws; including federal statutes, Virginia Public Procurement Ordinance, thorough knowledge and experience applying business and contract law, experience utilizing financial software tools like Oracle, and experience with information systems. Knowledge of and experience with modern office system computer technologies; experience in independently managing the formal competitive solicitation process from technical development through contract award (experience drafting solicitation contracts, related documents, and contract negotiations, as well as in analyzing, selecting and implementing proper procurement decisions). Excellent customer service skills. NIGP Certified Public Professional Buyer (CPPB). Experience managing client relationships; experience interfacing with SWaM or MWBE programs or supplier diversity programs; experience with administrating large or complex contracts; Experience in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling committees (divisions; departments, etc.). Experience in process and policy improvement.

Special Instructions:

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V RS Contribution:

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace:

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.