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Purchasing Officer

Portsmouth, VAFull-timePosted Jul 24, 2026

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under limited supervision, this position oversees the city's procurement functions, and serves as the principal purchasing official for the city and responsible for the procurement of goods, services, materials, insurance and construction contractors. Reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Reviews and assigns all in-coming requisitions to purchasing staff; approves completed requisitions for compliance with City Code, line-item code, etc.; works with Buyers to determine method of procurement; reviews budget manuals and develops and monitors budget reviews for departments. Assists Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in matters related to...

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