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Senior Contracting & Purchasing Specialist
San Antonio Water System
Leads and manages complex procurement projects, provides guidance to Contracting and Purchasing Specialists, and ensures compliance with regulations and Board policies.
20d ago
$79,373
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
San Antonio, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Contracting
Engineering
Customer Service
Utility Locates
Conservation Programs
Open Records Requests
Sector Specialisms
Water Supply
Wastewater Services
Water Distribution
Water Conservation
Water Resources Management
Recycled Water Supply
Infrastructure
Environmental Management
Role
What you would be doing
market research
contract management
procurement strategy
client interaction
board reporting
software utilization
- Performs market research and cost analysis of prices, discount rates, delivery dates, transportation charges and previous performance.
- Applies and interprets contracting principles, practices, theories, laws, procedures, and terminology, including Texas State Statutes – Local Government Code Chapters 252, 271 and 791.
- The Senior Contracting and Purchasing Specialist works with limited supervision.
- Enforces compliance of contract terms to include coordinating and mediating SAWS/vendor relationships; resolves problems concerning obligations of the parties, explains contract terms; and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations and Board policies and procedures.
- Schedules, coordinates and presents at pre-bid meetings.
- Trains and advises SAWS employees on purchasing software and procedures.
- Attends selection committee meetings and vendor interviews.
- Utilizes SAWS’ third-party electronic bidding website for posting and updating specified solicitations, award, and related information.
- Responsible for contracts totaling over $25,000,000.
- Negotiates contract terms and conditions; determines which contracts will be extended or bid.
- Leads Contract & Purchasing Specialists by providing guidance, and mentoring.
- Utilizes SAWS’ financial software to manage contracts and contract executions.
- Prepares solicitation, document review, solicitation posting on third-party electronic bidding website, solicitation communications, and receiving of bids and proposals.
- Creates, compiles, and writes contracts resulting from the bidding and negotiating process.
- Develops procurement strategies and serves as business advisor to customer throughout the procurement life cycle.
- Provides assistance to internal and external customers.
- Prepares and processes the necessary documents required for proper execution of change orders.
- Conducts bid openings, modifies, and verifies bid tabulations.
- Creates, develops, researches and collaborates with customer on bid requirements and/or specifications.
- Schedules, coordinates and facilitates technical evaluator committee consensus discussions.
- Prepares Board Items for Purchasing Consent Agenda.
- Supports the Small Business Opportunities Program.
What you bring
certification
software proficiency
bachelor's degree
6 years experience
communication
accounting/cost analysis
- Certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM).
- Knowledge and understanding of basic accounting and cost analysis.
- Proficient PC skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and automated purchasing systems.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships and public relations. Frequently contacts and collaborates with internal and external customers, vendors, and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing .
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
- Ability to maintain regular contact with Directors, Managers, internal and external customers, vendors and manufacturing representatives to develop specifications, solicitations, and contract requirements.
- Six years' progressive purchasing experience, to include preparing solicitations, contract awards and/ or change orders.
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Company
Overview
2 million
Customers Served
Number of people served by the company's water and wastewater services.
1992
Year Founded
The year the company was established as a vital utility provider.
- Operates and maintains an extensive network of pipelines, reservoirs, and treatment facilities.
- Ensures a reliable water supply while emphasizing sustainability and conservation.
- Key projects include expanding wastewater treatment plants, water recycling initiatives, and infrastructure modernization.
- Collaborates with local communities to implement water-saving programs and technologies.
- Serves urban, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
- Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services.
- Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life.
- Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
- Code of Ethical Standards: all employees are stewards of public trust and expected to conduct themselves in a manner that instills consumer confidence.
- SAWS Cares motto: “leading, serving, giving.”
- Actively engages employees in community volunteerism and fundraising through SAWS Cares.
10% by 2028
Energy Efficiency Initiative
Reduces energy intensity per unit by 10% through strategic energy management.
$550K Earnings
Energy Demand Response Program
Participates in CPS Energy Demand Response, earning $551k+ by reducing 7.5 MW demand.
44 Billion Gallons
Water Storage Capacity
Aquifer Storage & Recovery stores underground water for drought preparedness.
1 Trillion Gallons
Water Conservation Achievement
Conservation programs saved more than 1 trillion gallons of water over decades.
- Aligned with City of San Antonio goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
- Operates the nation’s largest direct recycled water system: ~130 miles of pipeline, supplying up to 25,000 AFY.
- Purchased Enchanted Rock natural-gas microgrid generators in 2023 to ensure power resilience with reduced emissions.
1,934 Employees
Workforce Size
Over 1,934 employees serve approximately 2.1 million customers.
9 Times Ranked
Top Workplace Recognition
Recognized among San Antonio’s Top Workplaces nine times since 2011.
- On-site fitness centers, tuition assistance, flexible work arrangements, retirement plans, health benefits, paid vacation and sick leave offered.
- Female representation: Leadership team includes women (e.g., Board Chair Amy Hardberger); overall gender breakdown unspecified publicly.
- Recruitment goal: attract best talent and enable professional growth; mission-driven workplace encouraging personal development via training and career progression.
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