Procurement Officer III; Hybrid Eligible

Overview

We are seeking a Procurement Officer (Business Professional Level
3) who will provide subcontract/procurement support to the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This position will focus on administering and managing subcontracts for services and equipment, with an emphasis on providing a high level of professionalism and customer services. Examples of subcontracting efforts the candidate will manage are leading competitions for large first-of-a-kind equipment purchases, professional and consulting services, etc.

• The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, negotiating, awarding and post-award subcontract administration with medium to high level of complexity and value.
• These responsibilities also include the following: pre-procurement planning with internal customers, hosting pre-proposal conferences, facilitating management reviews, leadership of subcontract negotiations, participation on process improvement teams, award of evaluated/best-value procurements, and subcontract closeout.
• Reviews purchase requests and specifications to ensure adherence to Department of Energy (DOE) prime contract requirements, as well as ORNL and Contracts Division policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains accurate and complete files according to division and company procedures.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for all functions related to each award.
• Coordinates award activities with appropriate parties (Customers, Receiving, Requisition ers, Accounts Payable, Materials Clerks, Legal, Property, etc.).
• Uses considerable discretion, market research and judgment to determine best approach to facilitate acquisition solutions based on contracting experience and knowledge.
• May be asked to serve as Team Leader at this level from time to time, including mentoring other staff members.
• Work is managed to ensure that assignments are completed on time and with a high degree of customer service and accuracy.
• Represents the Contracts Division in providing advice and acquisition solutions to problems associated with special customer projects/functions and/or systems.
• Increasingly, participates on Management Reviews and leads Competitive Evaluation Teams as needed.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

• BS/BA degree.
• 5 or more years of related experience in procurement or contracts.

• The ability and willingness to work effectively as a member of a team, as well as independently.
• A self-starter, with the ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Experience with DOE or federal government procurement is highly desirable.
• Experience with Ariba System is highly desirable.
• MBA or relevant professional certifications are also desirable.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse laboratory population.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, and able to work effectively with a variety of individuals at all levels of ORNL and government organizations.
• Working knowledge of FAR, DEAR and/or DOE procurement regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Working understanding of award and administration of federal subcontracts, including understanding price analysis and how to justify purchases.
• The ability to function in a fast-paced business environment requiring a high degree of accuracy.
• Proficiency in PC Microsoft Office, word processing, spreadsheets and databases, such as Excel, Adobe Acrobat and Word.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
• For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real  form of identification will be required.
• Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
• To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

This position is located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and requires onsite presence. We offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite…