Position Details
Procurement Specialist (Hourly) Hybrid Work Schedule Apply
Full job description
Title: Procurement Specialist (Hourly) Hybrid Work Schedule
State Role Title: Procurement Specialist (Hourly) Hybrid Work Schedule
Hiring Range: $29.00
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Virginia Retirement System
Location: Virginia Retirement System
Agency Website: www.varetire.org/careers
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist include but are not limited to:
- Assisting with facilitating and implementing procurement best practices.
- Reviewing and approving quotes and requisitions.
- Assisting end users with Microsoft D365 for ordering and approvals.
- Interpreting and applying procurement policy.
- Collaborating across the organization for the purchase of cost-effective, high-quality goods and services through timely procurements.
- Making recommendations on the best procurement approach to meet the agency’s needs.
- Assisting with facility related procurement and vendors.
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Three (3) years experience in public procurement of goods and services
- Proficiency in the eVA purchasing system
- Knowledge of sole source and quick quote procurements
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply procurement policy
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office products
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification as VCA, VCO, CPP, or VCM through the Virginia Institute of Procurement
- Knowledge of negotiation skills used in procurement
Additional Considerations
None
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.
VRS has a hybrid work schedule (on-site Tuesday and Wednesday) and three days remote (Monday, Thursday, Friday).
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804-775-3418
Email: careers@varetire.org
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.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
