Strategic Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Golden State Water Company; San Dimas (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Water Company in California is seeking a Procurement Administrator to manage MSAs, SOWs, and procurement activities across capital and operating projects. The role emphasizes SOX compliance, policy adherence, and vendor management.

You will collaborate with internal technical teams, develop standard SOWs, coordinate bid processes, and oversee vendor onboarding and performance metrics to deliver cost savings and reliable services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain and contract management for capital-intensive businesses.
• Certification in ISM or APICS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities, MSAs, SOWs and contracts.
• Lead bid processes, RFBs and e-bid materials.
• Coordinate with internal teams to develop SOWs.
• Oversee vendor onboarding, qualification and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policy and SOX.
• Provide contract administration support and reporting.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract management

Vendor management

SOW development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Admin, Business Economics, Supply Chain / Procurement

ISM or APICS certification (plus)

Tools

MS Office

JD Edwards

e-bidding software (PlanetBids, Ariba, BidSync)

Job description

Golden State Water Company in California is seeking a Procurement Administrator to manage MSAs, SOWs, and procurement activities across capital and operating projects. The role emphasizes SOX compliance, policy adherence, and vendor management.

You will collaborate with internal technical teams, develop standard SOWs, coordinate bid processes, and oversee vendor onboarding and performance metrics to deliver cost savings and reliable services.