IT Sr. Procurement OfficerLocation: Richmond, VA, Hybrid, OnsiteRate: Best competitive rateINPERSON INTERVIEW ONLY, LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLYVirginia State Police (VSP) is looking for a Purchasing Analyst to perform Information Technology (IT) and other types of procurements who has 2+years of IT procurement experience. The incumbent will develop and execute IT sourcing strategies for services and goods; identify solutions to IT procurement business problems and facilitate the process of evaluating, negotiating, and selecting IT solutions that provide the best value in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia, VITA and VSP policies and requirements. This is an expert-level professional purchasing position. Candidates for this position should have considerable knowledge of state procurement policies for the purchase of Information Technology and Non-Information Technology goods and services; skills in operating computers and using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the use of the state's eVA procurement system; demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies and procedures; ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously; strong communication skills, orally and in writing, in English; excellent organization skills including the ability to maintain procurement files, contract files and related records; ability to work independently, managing own time and work. Candidates should have experience in developing Request for Proposals (RFPs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), and other contractual documents, conducting vendor negotiations, and administrating contracts. Candidates should have demonstrated experience researching techniques for obtaining complex/technical goods and services, analyzing data, and developing reports; procuring complex high value procurements with an emphasis on Information Technology (IT) procurements; and advising procurement requesters regarding procurement processes, responsibilities, issues, and matters. Candidates should highlight procurement experience and certifications. For example, experience with public procurement, contracting laws and state regulations; experience with complex requirements and technology related procurements, service contracts, business writing, and fiscal procedures; certification as a Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO); certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), and/or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB); experience in the procurement of wide variety of goods and services within state government. The incumbent must work full-time onsite at VSP headquarters, North Chesterfield, with the potential of partial telework in the futureSkill Required / Desired Amount of ExperienceExperience in developing Request for Proposals (RFPs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), and other contractual documents Required 5 YearsExperience in conducting vendor negotiations, and administrating contracts Required 5 YearsExperience researching techniques for obtaining complex/technical goods and services, analyzing data, and developing reports Required 5 YearsProcuring complex high value procurements with an emphasis on Information Technology (IT) procurements Required 5 YearsAdvising procurement requesters regarding procurement processes, responsibilities, issues, and matters Required 5 YearsCandidates should highlight procurement experience and certifications Required 5 YearsExperience with public procurement, contracting laws and state regulations Required 5 YearsExperience with complex requirements and technology related procurements, service contracts, business writing, and fiscal procedures Required 5 YearsCertification as a Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO); Required 5 YearsCertification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), and/or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) Required 5 YearsExperience in the procurement of wide variety of goods and services within state government Required 5 YearsAbout Us: InterSources Inc, a Certified Diverse Supplier, was founded in 2007 and offers innovative solutions to help clients with Digital Transformations across various domains and industries. Our history spans over 16 years and today we are an Award-Winning Global Software Consultancy solving complex problems with technology. We recognize that our employees and our clients are our strengths as the diverse talents and opportunities they bring to the table enable us to grow as a global platform and they are causally linked with our success. We provide strategic and technical advice, and we have expertise in areas covering Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Migration, Custom Software Development, Data Analytics Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security Services, etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud partner company. 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