Procurement Specialist
American WaterCharleston, West Virginia, United States
Posted April 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, serving over 14 million people across 14 states and military installations. With a commitment to safety, affordability, and environmental protection, American Water invests heavily in infrastructure improvements and sustainable practices. The company's talented professionals leverage national scale and expertise to deliver reliable services while fostering an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.
Job Description
The Procurement Specialist will manage the sourcing of goods, services, and projects while identifying opportunities to lower the total cost of ownership. Activities include participating in cross-functional project teams and executing sourcing strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related disciplines or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 4 years’ total work experience.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in procurement or in category management
- Analytical problem solving skills
- Business acumen
- Knowledge of sourcing strategies, and methodologies related to service and construction procurement
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written presentation form.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
