Vice-President & Chief Procurement Officer

The Vice President & Chief Procurement Officer is responsible for leading the procurement organization within DC Water. They are responsible for procurement organization design and development, resource management, budget oversight, talent development, and training, leading the development and execution of procurement policies, strategies, and processes, and ensuring cost-effective and compliant sourcing for all DC Water purchasing. The role involves overseeing category management and strategic sourcing, contract administration, vendor relationship and performance management, materials management, and maintaining positive relationships with regulatory bodies to support the organization's strategic and effective vendor management.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirectly oversees the Procurement department, including hiring, training, team management, development, budgeting, and performance management. Directs the team in developing and executing procurement strategies to optimize cost efficiency, quality, and reliability of goods and services. Key Working Relationships: Interacts with high level officials, Senior Executive Team (SET), vendors, managers, and supervisors throughout DC Water, officials from other government and private agencies and organizations, etc.Required Experience:10-15 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, and contract administration and working knowledge of finance and/or accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, financial accounting, treasury, risk management, etc.Minimum Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, economics, finance, operations, engineering, business, accounting, or manufacturing-related field from an accredited college or university.Required Skills:Organizational LeadershipStrategic ProcurementRFP/RFQ PreparationVendor ManagementNegotiationContract AdministrationDispute ResolutionStrategic ThinkingProcure to Pay (PTP) Cycle ManagementRequired Licenses & Certifications:NoneRequired Languages: EnglishPhysical Requirements: General Office RequirementsWe are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Created: 2024-11-09