Subcontracts Manager

Overview

Brookhaven National Laboratory’s Procurement & Property Management (PPM) Division seeks a Subcontracts Manager to oversee procurement and contractual agreements for the Lab, supporting high‑value and complex contract types in a high‑volume environment.

• Lead a staff of purchasing and subcontracts professionals; provide technical oversight, guidance, and leadership.
• Develop, negotiate, award, and manage a wide variety of high‑dollar and complex contract types (fixed‑price, cost‑reimbursement, etc.).
• Plan and conduct procurement activities including solicitation, evaluation of quotes and proposals, and use of automated procurement systems.
• Facilitate and lead Source Selection Committees; advise user departments on procurement methods and alternatives.
• Monitor contracts and contract progress to ensure compliance with procurement requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Perform cost/price analysis, review change‑order requests, and conduct vendor performance reviews.
• Prepare memoranda, correspondence, and reports on contract execution; answer vendor and internal questions.
• Identify prospective proposers, develop new supply sources, and encourage vendor participation.
• Negotiate and place Blanket Ordering Agreements, Service Agreements, Loans, and Lease Agreements.
• Improve operations by decreasing turnaround times and streamlining work processes; demonstrate continuous improvement.
• May serve as Acting Procurement Operations Manager and supervise lower‑level staff as directed.
• Authorized to the level of delegated authority to financially obligate BNL to acquire products and services.

• Bachelor’s degree in a business‑related discipline.
• Minimum six years full‑time experience, including at least two years of supervisory/management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high‑dollar, complex equipment and/or service procurements under tight deadlines.
• Thorough knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and related statutes (Service Contract Act, Buy American Act, Small Business Subcontracting, Justifications for Non‑Competitive Procurements, etc.).
• In‑depth understanding of all procurement phases: requirement analysis, solicitation creation, evaluation, cost/price justification, negotiation, contract drafting, and close‑out.
• Strong critical‑thinking, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, and ability to work in a scientific facility under stringent timelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with a diverse, international customer base.

• Working knowledge of People Soft.
• Master’s degree in business.
• Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification.
• Experience teaming with legal counsel, project managers, engineers, cost estimators, and quality assurance personnel in a scientific or high‑tech environment.
• Experience with Cost Type Contracts and Research & Development Contracts.
• Experience in Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.

• Salary range: $128,900–$213,950 per year, adjusted for qualifications and experience.
• Competitive benefits program (health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, etc.).
• Remote work potential for eligible candidates with minimal travel required.
• Eligibility for DOE UPIV credential and Real‑ documentation (required for site access).

• No visa sponsorship available for this position.
• Occasional travel to support Procurement or DOE activities may be required.

Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.