Senior Buyer

Loudoun County Government

$65K — $111K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, preferably with procurement coursework.
  • Two years of procurement-related experience for goods and services.
  • Experience with ERP and web-based systems.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist departments with small purchase needs.
  • Draft, issue, and award informal solicitations.
  • Lead negotiation efforts for contracts including pricing and terms.
  • Provide procurement research and advice to various stakeholders.
  • Respond to FOIA requests.
  • Issue purchase orders.

Benefits

  • Eligible for up to three days a week of telework.
  • Comprehensive benefits package for regular full-time employees.
  • Limited benefit eligibility for regular part-time employees based on hours.
  • Potential for certification training for CPPB.
  • Supportive work environment within an award-winning procurement division.
Full Job Description
Salary: $65,878.50 - $111,993.45 Annually
Location : Leesburg, VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Job Number: 27-00694
Department: Finance and Procurement
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 122

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Job Summary

Loudoun County's national award-winning Division of Procurement is seeking a highly motivated Senior Buyer to support County-wide small purchasing requirements. This position is responsible for most contracts with a value up to $200,000 including negotiating, signing and awarding. An experienced individual is needed to contract for a wide variety of goods and services in compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act within the parameters of the Procurement Resolution guidelines and goals.

Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Assisting departments with small purchase needs
  • Drafting, issuing, and awarding informal solicitations
  • Leading negotiation efforts for informal contracts, including pricing, terms, and vendor performance expectations/deliverables
  • Providing procurement research, advice, and guidance to department heads, division/program/project managers, vendors, and other government procurement offices
  • Responding to FOIA requests
  • Issuing purchase orders
Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

This position is eligible for up to three (3) days a week of telework in accordance with the County's Telework Policy.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field, preferably with coursework in procurement or similar field; two (2) years of related work experience in procurement of goods and services along with experience working with ERP and web-based systems; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Excellent written and oral communication and public presentation skills, as well as attention to detail and strong organization and planning skills are essential for this challenging position. Successful candidate must have excellent computer skills and be a team player with a positive attitude. Knowledge of the Virginia Public Procurement Act is preferred, but training will be provided. State or local government experience is desired. Certification as CPPB or NIGP-CPP is preferred.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal and credit background checks. Must hold or obtain Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification within three (3) years of hire (preferably).


Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click
Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field and two (2) years of related work experience in procurement of goods and services along with experience working with ERP and web-based systems; or equivalent combination of education and experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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The information you provide in this application and supplemental questionnaire must be truthful, complete, and consistent with the details included in your employment and education history. Your responses may be verified at any stage of the process and must be supported by the information in your application materials. By continuing, you confirm that all information you provide is accurate and can be substantiated by your application, resume and/or documentation upon request. Misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may result in removal from further consideration. Do you understand and agree to these terms?
  • Yes, I understand and agree.
  • No, I do not agree.

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