Senior Utility Supply Chain Leader

IMDiversity; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Water is seeking a Utility Supply Chain Division Manager to lead procurement, contract management, fleet and warehouse operations in the Glen Bell Service Center in Austin. This senior role requires directing cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with city goals and customer needs.

The position emphasizes risk assessment, policy development, and staff leadership to ensure uninterrupted service delivery and cost efficiency in a regulated utility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or Supply Chain.
• Six years of experience in supply chain management, including two in supervision.
• Experience with procurement, contract management and budgeting.
• Knowledge of procurement laws and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement, contract management, fleet and warehouse functions.
• Lead supply chain teams to improve efficiency and mitigate shortages.
• Represent the utility at meetings and perform risk assessments.
• Hire, train and develop division staff.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Procurement

Contract management

Inventory control

Budgeting

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or Supply Chain

Job description

Austin Water is seeking a Utility Supply Chain Division Manager to lead procurement, contract management, fleet and warehouse operations in the Glen Bell Service Center in Austin. This senior role requires directing cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with city goals and customer needs.

The position emphasizes risk assessment, policy development, and staff leadership to ensure uninterrupted service delivery and cost efficiency in a regulated utility environment.