American Water
Procurement Specialist
role at
American Water
Job Title:
Procurement Specialist
Posting Start Date:
8/29/25
Salary Range:
$59,280 - $99,060
Important Information Eligible for annual incentive pay and opportunities for salary growth. Compensation is determined based on market, geography, skills, education and experience. We are committed to pay equity.
Benefits include 401(k), defined contribution plan, employee stock purchase plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits and health and wellness programs. Learning opportunities are provided to support professional growth.
Primary Role The buyer position manages the sourcing of goods, services, and projects while continuously identifying and implementing opportunities to lower total cost of ownership. Activities include participating in cross‑functional project teams and executing sourcing strategies.
Key Accountabilities
Prepare, assist and develop bid packages, statement of work documents, and requests (RFP/RFI) according to specifications and business requirements.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies from project identification through close‑out, including alternative sourcing options.
Establish and maintain productive relationships with Engineering Center of Excellence and Operations management.
Support business with all commercial needs, including dispute resolution and contract interpretation.
Analyze project‑specific details on relevant costs (labor, material, equipment, overheads) to facilitate sourcing decisions.
Build and maintain Supplier/Contractor relationships to reduce total costs, increase productivity, and eliminate supply‑chain inefficiencies.
Measure compliance to and effectiveness of unit‑cost and other framework agreements.
Support company risk‑management objectives in areas such as safety, insurance requirements, and supplier depth.
Support Supplier Diversity strategies.
Identify and recommend sustainability options to the business.
Knowledge / Skills
Analytical problem‑solving skills to achieve best product/service at lowest total cost of ownership within required time frames.
Business acumen to analyze commercial business, procurement issues, and risk‑management issues with a continuous‑improvement mindset.
Knowledge of sourcing strategies, methodologies related to service and construction procurement.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written presentation form.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment within Supply Chain and with stakeholders.
Knowledge of SAP (Preferred).
Extensive knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office products and e‑procurement tools; individual contributor.
Experience / Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related disciplines, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) a plus.
Minimum 4 years total work experience; at least 2 years in procurement or category management.
Work Environment
Indoor office environment.
Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days offsite.
Travel Requirements
Travel required 10‑20%.
Certifications & Licenses
Active State Driver’s License required with ability to pass a motor vehicle report.
Competencies
Champions safety.
Customer obsessed.
Cultivates innovation.
Nimble learning.
Drives results.
Collaborates.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Utilities
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role at
American Water
Job Title:
Procurement Specialist
Posting Start Date:
8/29/25
Salary Range:
$59,280 - $99,060
Important Information Eligible for annual incentive pay and opportunities for salary growth. Compensation is determined based on market, geography, skills, education and experience. We are committed to pay equity.
Benefits include 401(k), defined contribution plan, employee stock purchase plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits and health and wellness programs. Learning opportunities are provided to support professional growth.
Primary Role The buyer position manages the sourcing of goods, services, and projects while continuously identifying and implementing opportunities to lower total cost of ownership. Activities include participating in cross‑functional project teams and executing sourcing strategies.
Key Accountabilities
Prepare, assist and develop bid packages, statement of work documents, and requests (RFP/RFI) according to specifications and business requirements.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies from project identification through close‑out, including alternative sourcing options.
Establish and maintain productive relationships with Engineering Center of Excellence and Operations management.
Support business with all commercial needs, including dispute resolution and contract interpretation.
Analyze project‑specific details on relevant costs (labor, material, equipment, overheads) to facilitate sourcing decisions.
Build and maintain Supplier/Contractor relationships to reduce total costs, increase productivity, and eliminate supply‑chain inefficiencies.
Measure compliance to and effectiveness of unit‑cost and other framework agreements.
Support company risk‑management objectives in areas such as safety, insurance requirements, and supplier depth.
Support Supplier Diversity strategies.
Identify and recommend sustainability options to the business.
Knowledge / Skills
Analytical problem‑solving skills to achieve best product/service at lowest total cost of ownership within required time frames.
Business acumen to analyze commercial business, procurement issues, and risk‑management issues with a continuous‑improvement mindset.
Knowledge of sourcing strategies, methodologies related to service and construction procurement.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written presentation form.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment within Supply Chain and with stakeholders.
Knowledge of SAP (Preferred).
Extensive knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office products and e‑procurement tools; individual contributor.
Experience / Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related disciplines, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) a plus.
Minimum 4 years total work experience; at least 2 years in procurement or category management.
Work Environment
Indoor office environment.
Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days offsite.
Travel Requirements
Travel required 10‑20%.
Certifications & Licenses
Active State Driver’s License required with ability to pass a motor vehicle report.
Competencies
Champions safety.
Customer obsessed.
Cultivates innovation.
Nimble learning.
Drives results.
Collaborates.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Utilities
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