Assistant Manager, Procurement

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Full Time Norfolk, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition

Begin a challenging career with the Norfolk Airport Authority, a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport.

Job Title:

ASSISTANT MANAGER, PROCUREMENT
Shift

Schedule:

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. May be required to report to work during inclement weather.
Salary Range: $99,867.77 - $ ANNUAL
CLOSING DATE:
This job announcement will be open until filled.

ABOUT US:

Norfolk International Airport is the aviation gateway to Coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, including the Outer Banks. It has enjoyed four consecutive years of record traffic with nearly 4.9 million passengers in 2025. Its eight commercial airlines offer nonstop service to more than 40 cities coast to coast. Our vision is that every team member has a stake in bringing our “Here & There For You” brand to life for every passenger and fellow employee.

We have a demonstrated commitment to cultivating a positive, collaborative work environment that supports our values of professionalism, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, excellence (P.R.I.D.E.) as outlined in our Strategic Plan.
OUR MISSION:
The mission of Norfolk Airport Authority is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Norfolk Airport Authority is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Assistant Manager to oversee and manage the procurement operations in compliance with the Authority’s policies, Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) and other applicable laws and regulations. This position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all procurement activities including purchasing goods and services, vendor management, contract administration, and strategic sourcing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Develop, implement, and oversee procurement strategies and policies aligned with the Authority’s goals and the VPPA.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle including requisitions, solicitations (RFPs, IFBs), contract negotiation, award, and vendor performance.
• Supervise procurement staff and coordinate training and professional development.
• Provide guidance and training to internal departments on procurement best practices and compliance requirements.
• Attend and assist hosting local business programs that benefit Authority procurement goals.
• Review and approve procurement documents for accuracy, completeness, and legal sufficiency.
• Collaborate with accounting and general counsel for solicitation and contract drafting.
• Conduct organized trainings for Authority staff on procurement policies and procedures.
• Research market conditions, business developments, economic trends, availability, and related factors.
• Develop and maintain statistical reports of activity, expenditures, and savings.
• Create resources and templates to ensure VPPA compliance and improve department procurement efficiency.
• Ensure NAA is utilizing cooperative procurement opportunities.
• Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.
• Administer and adhere to all Authority policies and guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
The following generally describes the knowledge, skills and abilities required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• Ability to draft and implement contracts and requests for proposals.
• Knowledge and use of different contracting processes (eg: RFPs, bids).
• Ability to draft and take the lead on new procurement procedures.
• Ability to make detailed analyses of data and make recommendations.
• Confidently capable use of Microsoft Office…