Manager, Category Management - (24-Proc-301003-085)

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: Manager, Category Management Job Code:

OA0235 Supervises Directly: Yes New or Revised: Revised Regular or At-Will:

At-Will Date Last Revised: 6/20/2024 Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt Compensation Approval Signature: Union/ Non-Union:

Non-Union Department Name and Division: Procurement - Goods and Services Salary Schedule: Non-Union Salary Range Cost Center Code: 301003 Grade:

NU18 Essential Position: No Reports To: Director, Procurement EEO Code: Officials and Administrators 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 Manager, Category Management, is responsible for overall category and acquisition strategy and contracts management program for the assigned categories for DC Water.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements category strategies and goals for the assigned categories to achieve department and business goals.

• Directs the full range of sourcing and contracting activities for the department.

• Serves as the principal category expert to the internal business stakeholders.

• Project manages various sourcing and contracting projects with sourcing specialists and provides leadership and guidance and solutions to achieve the best possible outcomes.

• Plans and develops professional development and training strategies for procurement staff.

• Participates in the development of the department's annual budget, and aids in the department's overall budget submission.

• Regularly meets with customers to obtain and review acquisition plans, improved level of communication, and customer service.

• Maintains an open dialogue with the agencies in the D.C. Government as well as the surrounding jurisdictions.

• Provides daily planning and administration in the selection, assignment, supervision, promotion, discipline, and training of personnel within the Department.

• Assists in drafting and improving procurement regulations and manuals that govern procurement, materials management, and compliance processes, as well as policy and procedures for the Authority.

• Responsible for reports that go to the Board and the General Manager, as well as monthly reports on project status.

• Serves as the day-to-day coordinator between divisions and may act as the Director in his/her absence.

• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the Director, Procurement.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises Category Managers and Sourcing Specialists

Key Working Relationships: Interfaces with both internal and external customers to assure compliance with procurement policies and procedures and to ensure that equipment, supplies and services are readily available to meet overall demands of the Authority.

Skills & Qualifications:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience: Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, Masters in a Business, Technical, or related field from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of progressive experience in category management and strategic sourcing. Required Skills:

Strong expert experiences in RFX process, proposal evaluation, deal negotiation, and contract negotiation. Success experience in handling multiple complex sourcing projects and achieving consistent cost savings. Strong project management experience and ability to project manage multiple complex projects.

Strong and proven leadership experiences and ability to present and interact with executive levels. Private sector and consulting experiences preferred. Public sector procurement experience not required.

Ability to travel as required Strong analytical, planning, interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong knowledge in computer software (MS Word, Excel, PPT, Project). Required Licenses & Certifications: N/A Required Languages:

English Physical Requirements: General Office Setting

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience: N/A Preferred Education Requirements:

N/A Preferred Skills: Professional certification preferred 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.

• The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

Your Experience at DC Water:

At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life's most precious resource in the nation's capital.

• Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

• Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values-accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing.

• Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees' individuality and unique contributions.

• Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We 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

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against "qualified individuals with disabilities".

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to

perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please

email complianceada@dcwater.com.