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Supervisor, Procurement Support
American Water
Provides water and wastewater services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Leads a procurement support team, overseeing purchasing, vendor management, and cost savings.
12d ago
$68,640 - $114,640
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Camden, NJ
Office Full-Time
Company Size
6,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Water Treatment
Water Distribution
Environmental Services
Infrastructure Management
Water Resources Management
Sector Specialisms
Water Quality
Wastewater Service
Infrastructure
Water Treatment
Water Distribution
Water Testing and Analysis
Water Resources
Regulatory Compliance
Role
What you would be doing
procurement strategy
tax updates
transaction troubleshooting
process compliance
vendor discrepancies
reporting analysis
Develop and implement procurement policies and strategies to optimize purchasing activities, achieve cost savings, and mitigate risks.
Perform Sales and Use Tax updates as required to maintain accuracy of purchase orders.
Troubleshoot problematic transactions and resolve purchase order invoice price issues in a timely manner.
Monitor process compliance and provide feedback and training to improve Business Partners understanding and execution of the purchase order process
Communicate and facilitate the resolution of all purchase order and vendor master discrepancies.
Research, analyze, prepare, and communicate reports on the purchasing process and internal controls (for example, open orders or vendor master statistics) and provide action plan follow up.
Lead a group of employees and functions supporting procurement activities. Purchase goods and services as required, either from previously established sources of supply or select new qualified sources of supply. Participates in the negotiations and administration of applicable agreements.
Receive requisitions from the business and execute transactions to create and approve purchase orders in a timely manner following AW’s procurement processes, controls and policies.
Conduct reviews for use of preferred suppliers; accurate pricing, appropriate coding and tax payer identification (1099) process.
Provide guidance, training, and motivation to procurement personnel, ensuring workload balance, and fostering professional development.
What you bring
leadership
coupa
excel
cpsm
bachelor’s
supply chain
Minimum2+years leadership experience or senior level individual contributor
Willingness to delegate tough tasks and allow others to learn and grow through setbacks
Excellent quantitative, analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
Strong organization skills and close attention to detail
Work knowledge of financial systems, frameworks and functionality
Strong knowledge of current Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is a plus
Strong leadership skills to manage various stakeholders, at both functional and cross-functional levels
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Utility industry experience preferred
Coupa Procurement platform certifications are encouraged
Minimum 8 years total work experience
Minimum 5+ years procurement or supply chain experience
Minimum 2 years in an analytical role
Periodic travel with overnight stays required.
Enterprise systems knowledge and implementation experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related disciplines or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Knowledge of Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises regulations
Extensive knowledge and understanding of Procurement area processes
Excellent leader of people with a passion for developing direct reports
Benefits
About 10% of the total time is anticipated away from the office.
The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.
14M+ People
Serve Millions Daily
The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.
24 States
National Presence
The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.
130+ Years
Legacy of Excellence
With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.
Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.
Culture + Values
Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.
Environment + Sustainability
75% reduction
Injury Rate Improvement
The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.
20 billion kWh
Solar Energy Generation
Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.
6.4 billion gallons
Water Saved
Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.
≤1%
Affordable Water Bills
Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.
Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.
Inclusion & Diversity
#11 Ranking
Forbes Best Employers for Diversity
Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.
4 Years
Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.
2022 Pay Equity
Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.
Four Consecutive Years
Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.
Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.
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