Junior Contracts & Procurement Specialist

Brookhaven National Laboratory; Upton (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven National Laboratory is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to support the Business Services Directorate. The role focuses on delivering best-value acquisitions, compliant with FAR and lab policies, while managing complex contracts and supplier relationships.

The position requires deep procurement experience, strong ethics, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to meet technical, schedule, and budget needs. On-site work in Upton, NY is expected.

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree in a business field.
• 7 years of direct procurement experience, preferably in federal government procurement.
• Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Advanced understanding of the procurement business discipline and ability to coordinate with internal/external stakeholders.
• Anticipate and establish paths to avoid problems and manage administrative processes on behalf of management.

Responsibilities

• Work under limited supervision, within established procedures and guidelines.
• Provide procurement expertise and leadership to meet technical, schedule, and budget requirements. Oversee and/or conduct supplier site visits.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, including source and price justification, as applicable.
• Document procurement files and perform the contracts administration, as applicable.
• Support and adhere to requirements of procurement's small business and socio-economic plan.
• Processes higher complexity, risk, priority, and dollar value procurements.
• Demonstrated commitment to working safely, acting ethically, and taking personal accountability for operational excellence.

Skills

Federal procurement

FAR knowledge

Procurement leadership

Administrative process planning

Education

BA/BS in business

Job description

Brookhaven National Laboratory is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to support the Business Services Directorate. The role focuses on delivering best-value acquisitions, compliant with FAR and lab policies, while managing complex contracts and supplier relationships.

The position requires deep procurement experience, strong ethics, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to meet technical, schedule, and budget needs. On-site work in Upton, NY is expected.