Procurement Officer; Hybrid Eligible

Overview

We are seeking a Procurement Officer I who will provide advanced federal subcontract and procurement support to the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This position will focus on administering and managing low to medium complexity subcontracts and purchase orders for commercial services and materials, with an emphasis on delivering a high level of professionalism, regulatory compliance, and customer service. The successful candidate will lead acquisition strategies for medium to high-value, multi-year procurements, ensure compliance with FAR, DEAR, and DOE requirements, and serve as a subject matter expert on federal purchasing practices.

Examples of procurement efforts could include managing and leading competitive solicitations for large, first-of-a-kind equipment purchases, professional and consulting services, and other complex commercial acquisitions. This role will also involve mentoring and training junior staff.

• Plan, negotiate, award, and administer low complexity federal and commercial purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Develop acquisition strategies for low to mid-value procurements and documenting cost/price analysis and preparing compliant price reasonableness documentation for audits.
• Ensure compliance with DOE prime contract requirements, FAR, DEAR, and ORNL policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all functions related to each award.
• Coordinate award activities with internal and external stakeholders (Legal, Accounts Payable, DOE representatives, etc.).
• Provide expert guidance on procurement risk, compliance, and regulatory interpretation.
• Represent ORNL in federal procurement reviews and audits.
• Mentor junior procurement staff and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

• BS/BA degree.

• Experience with DOE or federal government procurement is highly desirable.
• Experience with fixed-price contracts for rapid commercial purchases.
• Negotiation and price analysis skills.
• Experience with Ariba and other procurement systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced procurement environment, set priorities, and adapt to changing needs.
• Knowledge of FAR, DEAR, DOE acquisition regulations.
• BS/BA degree in business, supply chain, or a technically related field.
• Ability to manage complex solicitations and competitive procurements.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

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 working arrangement may be available with this position, which provides flexibility to work periodically from your home, while reporting onsite to the Oak Ridge, Tennessee location on a weekly and regular basis.

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment.

These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them…