Contracts & Procurement Administrator

Orano; Oak Ridge (TN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Orano Federal Services seeks a Contracts & Procurement Administrator to manage vendor contracts and procurement with federal compliance. The role supports proposal strategies, risk assessment, and cost analysis, coordinating with product lines and contract personnel.

Remote work is possible, with emphasis on governance and audit readiness. The ideal candidate has deep government contracting experience, strong negotiation, and ability to work across teams to optimize procurement and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 10 years related work experience; MS/MBA may substitute for 1–2 years.
• Extensive experience with Federal Government contracts: FAR/DEAR/DFAR/AFAR and related regulations.
• Hands-on with ARDP FOAs, WIPP, SRS/SRR contracts and complex procurement.
• Ability to advise on contract clarity, legal issues, risk, and budget estimates.
• Knowledge of complex engineering projects and procurement governance.

Responsibilities

• Review purchasing decisions, orders, and vendor contracts.
• Manage procurement activities for materials, including vendor selection and negotiation.
• Create and process purchase orders with detailed documentation.
• Advise management on contract clarity, compliance, and risk.
• Oversee contract performance and advise Project Manager on conflicts.
• Develop contract procedures for RFIs/RFQs/RFPs/Subcontracts/POs.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and federal requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Relationship building

Education

BA/BS in business, engineering, finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procurement systems

Job description

Join Orano - Shaping a Sustainable Future Together

Orano Federal Services is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Administrator. This position may be considered for remote work. This role is crucial in managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring efficient procurement processes while maintaining compliance with corporate, regulatory, and federal requirements.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Review and oversee purchasing decisions, orders, and vendor contracts
• Manage procurement activities for materials and supplies, including vendor selection and negotiation; working closely with product line managers, business development and contract proposal personnel to provide expert support regarding proposal and contract strategies, risk ratings, cost basis determination and responses.
• Create and process purchase orders while maintaining detailed documentation
• Advise management regarding contract clarity, legal issues and risks, compliance requirements, and budgetary issues and estimates to ensure informed decisions by corporate stakeholders.
• Oversee contract performance and serve as primary advisor to Project Manager regarding contract conflicts.
• Ensure revenue growth and profit enhancement by mitigating risks from contractual terms and conditions
• Provide contract advice and recommendations to management/technical personnel regarding contract administration, risk avoidance, change order management and cost or pricing data.
• Develop and follow established contracts and purchasing procedures in generating company RFIs / RFQs / RFPs / Subcontracts / POs to manage the assigned projects from cradle to grave.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory and federal requirements
• Participate in internal and external audits as needed
• Maintain accurate records and documentation

Requirements

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position

• BA/BS in Business, Engineering, Finance or similar field, or comparable experience in lieu of degree, plus a minimum of 10 years of related work experience. An advanced degree (MS or MBA) may substitute for 1-2 years of related work experience. Professional Certifications (CPCM, CFCM, PMP, CPA, CPM, CSCM, etc.) strongly desired.
• Excellent understanding and direct hands-on experience with Federal Government contracts, FAR, DEAR, DFAR, AFAR, comptroller general decisions, agency regulations and integrated as they relate to Government contract requirements for multiple types of contracts, such as FFP, CP, T&M, IDIQ and FOA. Advanced training in contract law and contract changes on Government contracts.
• Direct, hands-on experiencing working on the ARDP FOAs, WIPP Contracts, Packaging Contracts, SRS Contracts, SRR Contracts, etc.
• Proven ability to advise management regarding contract clarity, legal issues and risks, compliance requirements, and budgetary issues and estimates to ensure informed decisions by corporate stakeholders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with complex engineering projects.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with procurement and contract management systems
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and regulatory requirements
• Understanding of contract terms and conditions
• Experience with purchase order processing and documentation

Professional Skills:

• Strong negotiation abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors and stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Adaptability to changing priorities
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Customer-oriented mindset with focus on quality
• Ability to work independently

• Competitive compensation
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
• Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• Numerous Training and Development opportunities
• and more…

Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.

Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.

In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.