Contracts & Procurement Administrator

Orano Federal Services (OFS); Oak Ridge (TN); Híbrido; USD 95.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Orano Federal Services is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Administrator in Oak Ridge, TN. This role supports procurement, contract strategy, and compliance with federal requirements. Hybrid work may be available, with emphasis on RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, subcontracts, and PO generation to drive project success.

The position requires a BA/BS with 10+ years of related experience, strong knowledge of FAR/DEAR/DFAR, and excellent negotiation and documentation skills for government contracts.

Formación

• BA/BS or equivalent with extensive procurement and contracting experience.
• Hands-on experience with Federal Government contracts and related regulations.
• Strong negotiation, risk, and compliance skills.

Responsabilidades

• Review and oversee purchasing decisions and vendor contracts.
• Negotiate terms, manage RFIs/RFPs and subcontracts.
• Prepare purchase orders with proper documentation.
• Advise on contract clarity, risks, and budget implications.
• Monitor contract performance and resolve conflicts with PM.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Vendor relations

Contract management

Microsoft Office Suite

Procurement systems

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Educación

BA/BS in Business or Engineering

MS or MBA preferred

Herramientas

Contract management systems

Descripción del empleo

General Information

Name: Contracts & Procurement Administrator

Ref #: 16696

Posting date: Friday, October 9, 2026

Country: United States

Region: Tennessee

City: Oak Ridge (TN)

Business Unit (BU): RE

Type of Employment: Permanent/Regular

Desired Starting Date: 02-11-2026

Work Schedule: Full time

Remote Work: Hybrid

Job: G - PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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

Benefits

• 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...

Orano Group

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.