Procurement Specialist

The Procurement Specialist supports City departments through the full purchasing process, ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective procurement. This role manages vendor relationships, oversees contracts, and maintains accurate purchasing records while promoting fair and inclusive competition.

Key ResponsibilitiesServe as liaison between City departments, vendors, and residents.Assist departments in identifying needs and preparing purchase requests.Procure supplies, equipment, construction services, and other goods.Compare pricing and products to ensure best‑value purchasing.Issue purchase orders and maintain purchasing documentation.Manage vendor relationships, contracts, renewals, and performance issues.Support departments with specifications, invoices, payments, and deliveries.Track inventory, cost savings, minority‑business participation, and budget data.Maintain approved vendor lists and manage surplus property.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local procurement laws.Perform related duties as assigned.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, plus 2–4 years of procurement experience, or equivalent combination.Preferred: Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portsmouth, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38181.00 - $55000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portsmouth,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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