OverviewThe Contracting Professional will perform complex procurement activities including assistance in development of acquisition strategies, including program advance planning, requirement development, vendor sourcing, solicitation, proposal evaluation, vendor selection, award, administration, delivery, closeout and all associated aspects of the procurement process. This requires the use of established concepts and techniques (including the evaluation of scope, risk, customer objectives, etc. to select appropriate general provisions that align to preferred contract type) to prevent or resolve problems of varying degrees of complexity throughout all phases of the acquisition life cycle. Generally, works with a high degree of independence from day-to-day management oversight. Considerable latitude is exercised to meet procurement, program, and company objectives and goals. Assignments are performed without the need for appreciable direction.
The Contracting Professional will represent the Acquisition Management organization to program/project management on technical projects and in other customer service roles. Take the lead on Procurement Services-related matters when on a project team or special assignment to a program or project. Provide consultative services to Battelle management and within the directorate. Provide training to junior level Procurement Services personnel and peers in the technical complexities of specific procurement processes.
The Contracting Professional will represent the Acquisition Management and Business Services Directorate in team and individual activities such as process improvements, problem resolution, and system development.
The Contracting Professional will participate in the development of procurement and company philosophy, policy, procedures, and processes. This is accomplished by participation in process improvement teams and individual review/comment situations.
Additionally, the Contracting Professional:
- Works with various internal customers including Project Managers, Project Specialist, Business Office Representatives, Legal, Project Management Office Directors, and Technical Oversight Reps.
- Displays a high degree of customer service in all interactions with strong acquisition contracting skills.
- Works under the general supervision of the Directorate Contracts Manager, Acquisitions Lead Specialist, and Senior Contracting Professional to perform contract activities across the entire lifecycle, from initiation to closeout ('cradle to grave').
- Responsible to understand and define the degrees of risk as well as the ability to negotiate terms and conditions to a mutually reasonable solution with minimal oversight.
- Determines reasonableness of vendor proposed pricing through the use of recognized analytical techniques (eg. Price Analysis, Cost Analysis, etc.).
- Maintains precise documentation to justify decisions, conclusions, findings or recommendations.
- Responsible for securing the best balance of price, quality, delivery and services available within the guidelines established by Battelle, Pacific Northwest Division (Battelle), the sponsor, and applicable Department of Energy (DOE)/Federal Acquisition Regulations.
- Responsible for a working knowledge of all contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement) routinely utilized in the execution of Laboratory requirements providing solutions to complex problems.
- Responsibilities may include business travel (both domestic and international).
The Contracting Professional is accountable to Acquisition Management to; 1) comply with Laboratory policies, standards and procedures, 2) comply with Acquisition Guidelines, 3) timely planning and execution of work that is in accordance with expectations and authorities, 4) maintain expertise, 5) identify opportunities for improvement, and 6) perform work in accordance with this Position Description.
The Contracting Professional has the authority to; 1) commit Battelle to contractual arrangements up to their delegated authority, 2) enforce the terms and conditions of contracts and POs, 3) provide input to annual performance assessment(s), 4) identify equipment and facility needs, and 5) stop work if an Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H), quality, or safeguards and security concern exists.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 5 years of relevant experience -OR-
- MS/MA or higher and 3 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Working knowledge of software including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Experience working in International Contracting.
- Current or previous experience working within Battelle's Acquisition Guidelines.
- Working knowledge of contract negotiations, regulatory compliance preferred.
- Familiar with business systems, acquisition related systems such PACQ/PES, Web Reports, PMR/Insight, and Accounts Payable.
- Working knowledge of the supply chain process, with specific focus in purchasing and subcontracting.
- Ability to work multiple tasks concurrently.
Hazardous Working Conditions/EnvironmentNot Applicable.
Testing Designated PositionThis is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
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* Research Associates excluded.
**All benefits are dependent upon eligibility.
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Minimum SalaryUSD $91,000.00/Yr.
Maximum SalaryUSD $140,900.00/Yr.
