Contracts and Procurement Director

Contracts And Procurement Director

Lead procurement strategy for one of Virginia's largest state agencies. You'll oversee millions in contracts, champion supplier diversity, and build a high-performing teamall while driving innovation that directly impacts millions of Virginians. Your impact in numbers includes : 35% strategic procurement leadership for complex, high-value contracts; 25% building and mentoring your procurement team; 20% championing supplier diversity as DMV's SWaM leader; 15% ensuring compliance and managing risk; and 10% collaborating with executive leadership and state agencies. You'll direct complex acquisitions, negotiate enterprise contracts, and develop long-term strategies that optimize costs and drive innovation across DMV operations. Mentor procurement professionals, set performance standards, and create a culture where your team thrives and exceeds expectations. Serve as DMV's SWaM Championdevelop plans, build relationships with diverse suppliers, and advance equity in public procurement. Balance regulatory requirements with cutting-edge procurement practices, ensuring DMV operates at the highest standards while embracing new technologies.

Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests (SOEI). The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves many businesses, including dealers, fuel tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values : Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don't just talk about our core values. We live them!

Minimum qualifications include : Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification, extensive public procurement experience, including leadership of large-scale procurement operations or programs, deep knowledge of Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) and Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), proven track record managing large-scale procurement operations, and exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.