Procurement Specialist

Job Overview

The Procurement Specialist directs and oversees the overall management of procurement, contracts, and purchasing. This position develops, implements, and sustains cost‑effective strategies for purchasing materials and procuring services for the Agency. The Procurement Specialist leads and represents the Agency during contract negotiation with suppliers/vendors; administers, monitors, and analyzes Agency contracts across departments and supplier/vendor performance and compliance. This position oversees and executes all purchase orders within the Agency, drafting, issuing, evaluating, negotiating, and awarding Invitations for Bid and Requests for Proposals.

This position provides advanced, technical, and complex support to the Chief Financial Officer in areas of subject matter expertise and performs related work as required.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

• A combination of education, training, and experience which indicates the possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job duties required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a business‑related field preferred.
• Five years of combined procurement/contract experience and education preferred.
• Virginia Contracting Associate certification required within 12 months of hire.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and the ability to provide your own transportation.

• May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times.

$52,024 – $70,903

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NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.

All full‑time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website,

If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply or interview, contact Human Resources at  or , Ext 2155.

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Positions remain open and advertised until filled.