Category Manager, Capital Procurement - (25-PROC-301012-113)

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.  This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority.  The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

 

General

 

Job Title: Category Manager, Capital Procurement Job Code: P0507 Supervises Directly: No     New or Revised: Revised Regular or At-Will: At-Will Date Last Revised: 12/3/2024 Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt Compensation Approval Signature:   Union/ Non-Union: Non-Union Department Name and Division:  Finance and Procurement Salary Schedule:  Non-Union Salary Range Cost Center Code:    301012 Grade: NU17 Essential Position: No Reports To: Manager, Capital Procurement EEO Code: Professionals Work Format Hybrid

 

Who We Are & What We Do:

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

 

Role Description:

 

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.

 

Essential Duties & 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.
• Works with customers to select the appropriate contract type for a specified effort.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

 

Key Working Relationships: Interacts daily with vendors, local officials and department heads and other DC Water personnel.

 

 

Skills & Qualifications:

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