Senior Contracts & Procurement Leader

American Water Works Association; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

West Basin Municipal Water District is seeking a skilled Contracts Administrator to independently manage purchasing for materials, services, and equipment, ensuring compliance with standards and laws. Senior role with leadership to staff and sourcing authority within district guidelines.

The ideal candidate has five to seven years in procurement and contract administration, with familiarity in public sector purchasing and risk transfer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of procurement/contract administration experience.
• Public agency or government procurement experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with procurement policies and contracting procedures.
• CPPB/CPPO/ARM designation is desirable.
• Ability to interpret laws and regulations affecting purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement lifecycle from sourcing to receiving for goods and services.
• Lead development of solicitation packages and bid analyses.
• Coordinate with legal counsel to secure approvals on contracts.
• Identify new suppliers and conduct supplier evaluations.
• Oversee contract risk, insurance requirements, and compliance.
• Provide support for the District's Bid Management system.
• Develop and administer the Small and Local Business Enterprise program.

Skills

Procurement lifecycle

Negotiation

Contract administration

Public procurement

Vendor management

Risk assessment

Compliance

Policy interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Job description

West Basin Municipal Water District is seeking a skilled Contracts Administrator to independently manage purchasing for materials, services, and equipment, ensuring compliance with standards and laws. Senior role with leadership to staff and sourcing authority within district guidelines.

The ideal candidate has five to seven years in procurement and contract administration, with familiarity in public sector purchasing and risk transfer.