19368 - Procurement Manager

About the role

Provide technical consulting assistance, training, guidance and recommendations to Central Office and District procurement personnel for procurement operations. Assist and advise in the direction and management of procurement programs to include commodities, non-professional services and capital outlay construction services. Provide written reports of compliance with recommendations and effectiveness of delegated procurement authority. Assist as a procurement advisor for all procurement issues, including application of law, policies, procedures and delegated authority.

Responsibilities

• Assess procurement training needs and develop and deliver training.
• Research and provide written and verbal analysis of procurement best practices.
• Analyze procurement program activities related to organizational structure, staffing systems, manual and automated processes, documentation, and voucher and invoice processing.
• Develop procurement review reports and conduct exit interviews.
• Advise and respond to requests for professional assistance and consultation related to procurement, policies, procedures and practices.
• Recommend increases, suspensions, or revocations of delegated authority.
• Promote, seek and encourage increased participation in VDOT's SWAM Plan and initiatives.
• Identify statewide needs and cost saving opportunities.
• Develop guidelines for operational efficiencies that promote best purchasing practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and evaluate highly complex procurements and make decisions and recommendations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate independently to achieve objectives for improvements in procurement and material management.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local procurement laws, regulations, administration and organization.
• Knowledge of management practices research, analysis and quantitative methods, automated procurement systems, e-commerce and e-procurement.
• Knowledge of procurement material management-related operations.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Skill in process improvement and project management.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field desired.
• Experience in procurement and material management related operations.
• Experience supervising and training staff.
• Experience using automated procurement systems, e-commerce and e-procurement.
• Knowledge of federal, state, local procurement laws, regulations, administration, and organization.
• Project management and process improvement experience.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

Physical Requirements

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