Procurement Specialist

Job Summary

Plays a lead role in the day to day management of commodities and/or the development, issuance and administration of purchase agreements (i.e.: master supply agreements, services subcontracts, and purchase orders) in support of company operations facilities and projects. Collaborates closely with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Quality.

Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities

• Seeks “best value” suppliers of off-the-shelf goods and services (e.g., supplies, parts, equipment and maintenance) through market research, price quotes and other company approved methods.
• Develops and produces purchase agreement documentation such as: request for proposals/quotations, subcontracts, purchase orders, basic ordering agreements and their respective modifications and sourcing justifications.
• Evaluates pricing proposals/quotations, determines offer responsiveness, and eligibility for award and conducts evaluation team discussions and subcontractor negotiations.
• Maintains accurate and complete procurement files in accordance with EnergySolutions’ procurement policies and procedures.
• Reviews and processes purchase requisitions.
• Coordinates supplier invoicing and payments with accounting and finance department.
• Ensures cost or price analyses are conducted and adequately documented to ensure fair and reasonable prices.
• Closes out supplier or subcontracts in accordance with company procedures.
• Administers purchase agreements of large scope and complexity.
• Coordinates, develops and produces procurement documentation including procurement plans, source selection plans and evaluation criteria, agreements, and proposal preparation instructions.
• Frequently interfaces with Subcontractors or Suppliers, Quality Assurance (QA) , External Auditors, Internal Program/Project Managers, Legal, Accounting, Finance, HR and others.
• Prepares and controls (manages) procurement correspondence to suppliers.
• There is no supervision of other workers at this level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Requirements/Skills

• Ability to successfully make quick decisions and meet goals while working under severe time constraints
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple multiple purchase requests and priorities
• Attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially with respect to conveying highly technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to adapt and work on varying assignments, working independently or as part of a team
• Advanced proficiency in using Microsoft Office products, particularly Word , Excel and Teams
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  
  

Education

Minimum Education, Experience, Certifications and Requirements/Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a business related field required or equivalent experience as defined below.
  
  

Required Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of purchase agreement administration experience working in an environmental, nuclear or heavy equipment industry
• Experience in the acquisition of a wide range of commodities, engineered equipment and in major construction and service subcontracts
• Basic knowledge of ERP/MRP procurement systems
  
  

Preferred Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of purchase agreement administration experience operating in a Commercial NRC QAP Project environment and/or a FAR/DFAR Project environment (if being hired into buying position with federal government contracts).
• 10 years of purchase agreement administration experience working in an environmental, nuclear or heavy equipment industry
• Experience with Oracle Procurement Systems.
  
  

Applicable Certifications

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) preferred or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) for federal procurement role.
  
  

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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