Procurement Manager

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Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Richmond (City), Virginia
Categories: Educational and Media Services

Title: Procurement Manager

State Role Title: Procurement Officer II

Hiring Range: $90,000-$110,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Agency Website: doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is recruiting for a Procurement Manager to ensure efficient, compliant, and customer focused procurement services.

This position contributes to the integrity of the agency's purchasing activities, fosters continuous improvement, and helps strengthen both internal and external stakeholder relationships.

The Procurement Manager would be expected to perform the following duties:

• Promote compliance with the Code of Virginia, DGS/DPS Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual, VITA's IT Procurement Manual and other published procurement policies and procedures, Vendors Manual and internal policies and procedures for the procurement of all goods and services.
• Audit procurement folders/files to identify and address any compliance gaps.
• Provide development opportunities for staff and customers. Offer support for internal processes and procedures.
• Promote professional rapport with the vendor community and encourage their utilization of Small Business certified by the Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD) including sub-contracting opportunities.
• Administer the SPCC program in accordance with the Virginia Department of Accounts (DOA) CAPP manual 20355.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Virginia procurement laws, regulations, and policies, including the Code of Virginia, DGS/DPS Procurement Manual, VITA IT Procurement Manual, vendor requirements, and agency specific rules.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of procurement best practices related to solicitations, contract administration, audit standards, transparency requirements, and documentation management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of SWaM policies, supplier diversity principles, and small business engagement strategies.
• Demonstrated skill in developing and implementing procurement policies, procedures, workflows, and process improvements that enhance operational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to develop instructional materials, deliver procurement training to diverse audiences, evaluate training outcomes, and support agencywide competency building.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex regulations and ensure compliance when necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to provide expert technical assistance to procurement staff and agency customers, fostering an environment of collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement.

Additional Considerations

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business or related field of study or a combination of professional training and experience.
• Knowledge of statewide procurement systems and programs, including eVA and the Small Purchase Charge Card (SPCC) program, along with related compliance requirements. Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.

This role will require completion of a Statement of Economic Interests (SOEI), which is filed annual with the General Assembly.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 22 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 27 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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