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GeneralJob Title:Category Manager, Capital ProcurementJob Code:P0507Supervises Directly:NoNew or Revised:RevisedRegular or At-Will:At-WillDate Last Revised:4/17/2026Exempt or Non-Exempt:ExemptCompensation Approval Signature: Union/ Non-Union:Non-Union
Department Name
Division:
Procurement-Engineering Services
Finance, Procurement and Compliance
Salary Schedule: Non-Union Salary RangeCost Center Code: 301012Grade:NU17Essential Position:NoReports To:Manager, Capital ProcurementEEO Code:ProfessionalsWork FormatHybrid
Role Description:The Category Manager, Capital Procurement manages large and complex category and sourcing projects in various capital projects. This 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. The Category Manager, Capital Procurement, 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 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 procedures.
- 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, Manager, Capital 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: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 & QualificationsRequired Experience: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.
Minimum Education Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in a Business, Technical, or related field from an accredited college or university with five (5) years of progressive experience; Associates Degree in a Business, Technical, or related field from an accredited college or university with seven (7) years of progressive experience; High school diploma or GED with nine (9) years of progressive experience.
Required Skills: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.
Required Licenses & Certifications: N/A
Required Languages:English
Physical Requirements: General office conditions.
Preferred Skills & QualificationsPreferred Experience: Prefer private sector and consulting experiences.
Preferred Education Requirements:Master's degree preferred in Business, Technical, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Skills: 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.
*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.
