Director of Procurement and Material Management

About the role

Under general direction of the Deputy County Executive/Chief Financial Officer, the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the County Executive in accordance with Virginia Code Ann. 15.2-807, 15.2-808, and 15.2-809, and is subject to appointment by the County Board of Supervisors. The Director of the Department of Procurement and Material Management (DPMM) serves as the Chief Procurement Officer and leads a team of 75 staff responsible for the strategic direction, organization, coordination, development, and implementation of the County's procurement, grants management, and material management programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that the execution of standards, controls, policies, and procedures are fully executed to manage the acquisition and reporting of the County's contracting for goods and services, grant administration and oversight, fixed and consumable inventory oversight, material management, and corporate system management and administration.
• As a member of the County's Senior Management Team, serves as the technical advisor on procurement and material management matters and works collaboratively with the Board of Supervisors, County Executive, department heads, Fairfax County Public Schools, suppliers, community partners, and public and private organizations.
• Develops innovative procurement strategies and solutions for complex and unique projects.
• Oversees Countywide acquisition programs and supply chain management.
• Directs the operations of the central procurement office, including centralized contracting, Federal Subawards, materials management, excess and surplus property management, property accountability, zero-waste initiatives, and sustainability initiatives for the County Government.
• Leads the Department's emergency preparedness and response activities in support of County, regional, and statewide emergencies.
• Develops and implements the vision, strategic priorities, and organizational direction for DPMM.
• Establishes a Procurement Center of Excellence that leverages cross-functional teams and subject-matter expertise in products and services, compliance, risk management, and related areas.
• Leads a procurement program that promotes fair, open, and equitable business opportunities for a diverse business community.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state legislation pertaining to all procurement matters.
• Establishes procurement policies and practices for Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools.

Requirements

Employment Standards

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, or related field.
• Courses in contracting, procurement, and logistics.
• Seven years of increasingly responsible technical experience in a centralized procurement and material management program, preferably in government, of which at least four years must have been in a managerial capacity.
• Certification by a nationally recognized procurement association.
• Master's degree preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

• Certification by a nationally recognized procurement association (required).

Necessary Special Requirements

• The appointee must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, credit check, and social media/Internet check.

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily sedentary in nature; however, visual acuity to work on electronic equipment such as a computer monitor, typing on a keyboard, and carrying/lifting up to 15 pounds are essential to this position. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience leading centralized procurement and material management programs within a medium to large municipal government or private-sector organization, including at least three years in a departmental senior management or executive leadership capacity.
• Knowledge and experience with Virginia procurement guidelines, specifically the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives, policies, systems, and processes that enhance operational efficiency, effectiveness, accountability, and service delivery.
• Proven ability to lead in a complex, fast-paced environment, effectively balancing competing priorities and managing multiple high-impact initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary procurement practices, methods, and strategies, including innovative approaches to public procurement.
• Strong personnel management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing teams.

Selection Procedure

Panel interview; may include a practical exercise.