Purchasing Manager
Job Description:
The City of Fredericksburg is recruiting for the position of Purchasing Manager. The successful applicant will manage most formal, high-value procurements for the City through the issuance and management of Invitations to Bid and Requests for Proposals. This position also maintains the City’s small procurement systems and assists City employees in these purchases as needed. In addition, the Procurement Manager provides training on best practices and legal requirements surrounding public procurement in a local government in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Prior experience with public purchasing in a Virginia state or local government, authority, or commission is preferred. Certification as a Virginia Contracting Associate or above with the Commonwealth of Virginia is also preferred, but not required. Working knowledge of both the Commonwealth’s public procurement website (eVa) as well as the Tyler / Munis financial software package is a plus. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience, is required.
The City of Fredericksburg is a great place to work. Come join our knowledgeable and energetic team, which is committed to the City’s Core Values of Agile Innovation, Abundant Compassion, Outstanding Customer Service, Energized Work Environment, Essential Engagement, and Unwavering Stewardship. In addition to offering a great work environment and competitive salary, the City of Fredericksburg provides a generous benefits package. The City is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year.
While the position is open until filled, completed City Applications, a Resume, and a Cover Letter should be submitted before 5:00 pm on February 23, 2023. Applications and additional information may be found on the City’s web page: www.fredericksburgva.gov/Employment.
