Category Manager, Capital Procurement - (25-PROC-301012-116)

DC Water and Sewer Authority • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Category Manager will manage large and complex category and sourcing projects in various capital projects. This category management position will use category management and strategic sourcing methodology to bring best value to DC Water by conducting market research, vendor development, developing category and sourcing strategy, creating customized RFx documents, negotiating business deals and contracts, and managing business relationships with key suppliers and end user departments. This position may also provide guidance and direction to lower level category and sourcing specialists.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of progressive experience in sourcing and contracting, or three (3) years of progressive experience in sourcing and contracting with a master's degree in business, Technical or a related field.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Technical, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Strong project management experience and ability to project manage multiple complex projects.
• Versed in all types of contracts.
• Strong expert experiences in RFx process, proposal evaluation, deal negotiation, and contract negotiation.
• Strong experience in Capital Programs, Engineering, Construction or Design-Build.
• Strong and proven leadership experiences and ability to present and interact with executive levels.
• Strong analytical, planning, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge in computer (MS Word, Excel, PPT, Project).
• Ability to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer private sector and consulting experiences.
• Master's degree preferred in Business, Technical, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Prefer a Professional certification from the Institute for Supply management (ISM), APICS, the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP), or National Contracts Management Association (NCMA), or the ability to obtain certification from any of these organizations within one (1) year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements category and sourcing strategies and goals for the assigned categories to achieve department and business goals.
• Manages the full range of sourcing and contracting activities for the assigned categories or as requested by the management.
• Develops complex RFx and other solicitation documents and independently manages and leads the entire sourcing and contracting process including vendor search, proposal evaluation, deal and contract negotiation and award.
• Advises customers on category and sourcing procedures, policies, business practices and contract interpretation.
• Works with customers to select the appropriate contract type for a specified effort.
• Participates in the evaluation and formulation of the Procurement policies and procedure.
• Provides advice and informal on-the-job training and coaching to less experienced category and sourcing specialists.
• Represents the Authority in solving problems and explaining acquisition requirements.
• Holds discussions with customers, General Counsel, VP and Director of Procurement, and other executive and senior management concerning procurement strategy, vendor management, contract pricing and other contractual matters.
• Chairs or oversees the pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences. Provides direction and guidance regarding pre-bid and pre-proposal inquiries.
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple simultaneous complex sourcing projects and achieving consistent savings.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees