Purchasing & Chemical Compliance Technician Specialist

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

We are currently seeking a Purchasing & Chemical Compliance Technician Specialist. This position is a full-time opportunity (part-time will also be considered) located on-site at Tyndall Air Force Base, near Panama City, FL. This role supports Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) efforts for the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) within Battelle's National Security business line. The selected candidate will support purchasing activities, evaluate chemical products for safety and regulatory compliance prior to procurement, and assist with government purchasing processes.

The ideal candidate will work closely with research teams, vendors, and government stakeholders to ensure procurements are accurately documented, compliant with applicable requirements, and completed in a timely manner. Experience in procurement or supply chain support, familiarity with chemical safety documentation and Hazard Communication practices, and the ability to work effectively in a government client environment are all strongly desired.

• Support chemical hazard assessment and compliance by reviewing requested chemical products before purchase to identify safety, environmental, storage, handling, transportation, and disposal considerations
• Assist with government purchasing processes in accordance with applicable contract requirements, government purchasing procedures, and company policies
• Prepare procurement documentation including justification materials, price comparisons, vendor quotes, and requisition support packages
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain pricing, product availability, lead times, technical specifications, and required documentation
• Prepare, review, and process purchase requests, quotes, and supporting documentation
• Obtain, review, and maintain current Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for chemical purchases
• Coordinate with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), hazardous-materials, and/or government safety representatives as required prior to purchasing chemicals
• Support chemical inventory tracking and documentation, including updates related to new chemical purchases
• Track purchase requests and order status; communicate updates to requestors and management
• Support identification of substitute products or alternate sources when requested items are unavailable
• Support compliance with applicable federal acquisition, purchasing-card, and government property procedures, as assigned
• Reconcile receiving documentation, invoices, and purchase records as required
• Maintain organized procurement files in accordance with company, contract, and government record-retention requirements

• Associate's degree in a related field and 2–5 years of applicable experience in purchasing, administrative support, chemical management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience reviewing Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and familiarity with chemical hazard communication standards
• Working knowledge of standard purchasing documentation, vendor coordination, and purchase-order processes
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, follow-through, and record-management abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively…