Executive Lead, Strategic Procurement & Transformation

WSSC Water; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal water utility provider is seeking a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer to lead procurement operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across all activities. This executive-level role involves supervising teams, managing strategies, and maintaining vendor relationships. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Procurement or related fields, with over 10 years of experience in public sector procurement. The position emphasizes leadership, compliance, and strategic communication across departments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in leading procurement organizations.
• Experience managing complex procurements.
• Demonstrated ability in organizational change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Supervises procurement operations and teams.
• Leads and implements procurement policies and compliance.
• Represents Procurement Office in high-level meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement Strategy

Negotiation

Compliance

Public Sector Procurement

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

A municipal water utility provider is seeking a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer to lead procurement operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across all activities. This executive-level role involves supervising teams, managing strategies, and maintaining vendor relationships. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Procurement or related fields, with over 10 years of experience in public sector procurement. The position emphasizes leadership, compliance, and strategic communication across departments.