Procurement Officer IV

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and retirement plans

Flexible work hours

On-site fitness facility

Relocation assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Senior Procurement Officer to provide cradle to grave subcontracting support for campus services. In a hybrid capacity, you will work with project teams, lead complex procurements, and ensure compliance with FAR regulations.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and collaboration with leadership to meet ORNL’s mission. Strong communication and leadership are required.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in business, supply chain or a related field.
• 8+ years of contract administration/procurement experience.
• Strong leadership and customer-service orientation.
• Effective communication with senior leadership.
• Knowledge of FAR regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced business environment with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide cradle to grave subcontracting/procurement support for campus groups.
• Support project teams in procurement activities in a hybrid capacity.
• Award and manage subcontracts of programmatic significance and high complexity.
• Handle pre-award market research, competition, and post-award administration.
• Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives within Contracts Division.
• Mentor staff and manage customer relationships in procurement.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Communication

FAR knowledge

Negotiation

Education

BS/BA in business

MS in supply chain or related field

Tools

Ariba

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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We are seeking a Senior Procurement Officer to provide subcontract management support for a variety of support service needs. This position resides in the Contracts Division in the Business Services Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). ORNL is managed by UT-Battelle, LLC.

ORNL is a large campus supporting the nation’s most complex research needs. This role will provide subcontract support for services needed to ensure the ORNL campus operates effectively. Examples of subcontract needs are staff augmentation, consulting, critical software platform development, lab-wide license agreements, staff relocation services, etc.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide cradle to grave subcontracting/procurement support for the support organizations that provide services to the entire ORNL campus. This includes meeting subcontract needs for customer groups like Human Resources, Information Technology, Laboratory Director’s Office, Facilities and Operations.
• In a hybrid capacity, supporting project teams in all procurement related activities, including providing business counsel, creating and implementing complex contracting solutions, and supporting or leading meetings (both on-site and virtually).
• Awarding and managing special and unique subcontracts, particularly those of programmatic significance, large dollar value, and high complexity.
• Award and manage a variety of contract types, including, but not limited to fixed price, time & material, and cost type.
• Candidate will perform pre-award market research, competition, post-award contract administration, including supplier performance management and determining REA entitlement and subcontract closeout activities.
• Represent the Contracts Division with key customer leadership, providing consulting support for advanced acquisition planning, scheduling and execution.
• May serve in a leadership role on process improvement teams, or as a Team Lead in their respective working group as needed.
• Work responsibilities may involve mentoring other staff, customer relationship management activities, training, and subcontract closeout.
• Perform pre-procurement planning with customers, conduct pre-proposal conferences, facilitating management reviews, leadership of subcontract negotiations, participation on process improvement teams, award of evaluated/best-value procurements.
• Independently prepares solicitations and contract awards compliant with requirements and quality standards of the UT-Battelle’s standard procurement practices and procedures.
• Exerts increasing latitude in determining objectives and approach to work assignments.
• Serves as a resource to Contracts management in determining Contracts Division goals and support strategies for Laboratory customers.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of procurement related principles, theories, professional competencies.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in business, supply chain or a technically related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant contract administration/procurement experience.
• Significant experience applying complex contracting principles and demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Be customer service oriented with the ability to communicate effectively with senior level leadership.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, and able to work effectively with a variety of individuals at all levels of ORNL and government organizations.
• Working knowledge of FAR procurement regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Possess the ability to function in a fast-paced business environment requiring a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent attention to detail and well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in PC Microsoft Office, word processing, spreadsheets and databases, such as Excel, Adobe Acrobat and Word.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Ariba or SAP is highly desirable.
• Experience in a research or government setting.
• MSdegree in supply chain management, legal, accounting, finance or other business field desired, or a Bachelor’s/Master’s in an engineering field.
• Working knowledge of DOE procurement regulations, policies, and procedures, including the DEAR.
• Experience supporting research and development, engineering, or high performance computing, including reviewing/interpreting Statements of Work and engineering documents.
• Experience with cost-type contracts and cost accounting standards.
• Advanced level of knowledge and experience applying procurement practices and procedures, plus track record managing complex projects for large customers.
• Experience with procurement related process improvement and implementing AI initiatives.

Special Requirements:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.