Sourcing Specialist II - (25-PROC-301003-135)

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:

Sourcing Specialist II

Job Code:

P0366

Supervises Directly:

No

New or Revised:

New

Regular or At-Will:

Regular

Date Last Revised:

7/12/2024

Exempt or Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt

Compensation Approval Signature:

Union/ Non-Union:

Union

Department Name and Division:

Finance and Procurement, Goods and Services

Salary Schedule:

District Service (DS)

Cost Center Code:

301003

Grade:

DS12

Essential Position:

No

Reports To:

Manager, Category Management

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 Sourcing Specialist II is responsible for managing multiple sourcing and contracting activities for assigned categories. Utilizes a high degree of accuracy in the preparation of solicitations and product/service specifications, contract agreements, and purchase orders. Performs duties independently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Participates in the development and implementation of category and sourcing strategies and goals for the assigned categories to achieve department and business goals.

Independently 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 in accordance with established procurement regulations, and policies and procedures.

Assists in research and analysis of products and services to ensure quality and price control.

Conducts procurement activities in accordance with procurement regulations, and policies and procedures.

Sources and evaluates new vendors for price reasonableness, product quality and service capabilities.

Interviews suppliers, reviews specifications, solicits bids, negotiates prices and places orders while seeking to obtain the best value for the Authority.

Monitors contracts to ensure that contractors perform in accordance with terms, conditions and specifications of their contracts.

Maintains purchasing and contracting records, and procedures.

Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities : N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts with co-workers in the Department and throughout the Authority, vendors, suppliers, and representatives from other organizations and agencies.

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:

Three (3) years of progressive experience related to performing the procurement of supplies, services, etc.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Required Skills:

Ability to conduct professional contract negotiations.

Ability to express ideas and convey information effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to handle and project manage multiple sourcing projects and achieving consistent savings.

Ability to work independently and set priorities to accomplish goals on time.

Ability to travel as required.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

N/A

Required Languages:

English

Physical Requirements:

General office conditions.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

N/A

Preferred Education Requirements:

Preferred 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.

Preferred Skills:

N/A

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 .