Contracts & Procurement Administrator

Orano USA; Oak Ridge (TN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Job summary

Orano USA is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Administrator to manage vendor contracts, negotiate terms, and oversee procurement processes in a federally compliant environment. The role may be remote and requires deep knowledge of government contracting with a focus on risk management and cost control.

Ideal candidates have a BA/BS with 10+ years of related experience, advanced certifications, and proven ability to navigate FAR/DEAR/DFAR regulations across multiple contract types.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Engineering, Finance or similar field, plus 10 years of related work experience; MS/MBA may substitute for 1–2 years.
• Excellent understanding of Federal Government contracts, FAR/DEAR/DFAR/AFAR and related gov’t regulations.
• Direct experience with ARDP FOAs, WIPP, Packaging, SRS/SRR contracts.
• Proven ability to advise management on contract clarity, risks, compliance, and budget estimates.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with complex engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee purchasing decisions, orders, and vendor contracts.
• Manage procurement activities for materials and supplies, including vendor selection and negotiation.
• Create and process purchase orders with detailed documentation.
• Advise management on contract clarity, legal issues, compliance, and budgets.
• Oversee contract performance and advise on conflicts.
• Mitigate risks to protect revenue and profit from contractual terms.
• Provide contract advice on administration, risk avoidance, change orders, and pricing data.
• Develop and follow procedures for RFIs/RFQs/RFPs/Subcontracts/POs from cradle to grave.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in audits and maintain records and documentation.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

BA/BS in Business, Engineering, Finance

MS or MBA preferred

Certifications such as CPCM, CFCM, PMP, CPA, CPM, CSCM

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement systems

Job description

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

• 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

Profil souhaité

• 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

Avantages

• 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…

Groupe Orano

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.