Buyer Technical Representative

Job Responsibilities/Duties
Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

H2C is looking for a Buyer/Subcontract Technical Representative (BTR/STR) in the Procurement Integration department. We are looking for an individual who is able to work within the compliance points of H2C procurement procedures and support the critical procurement needs of projects. This individual will be able to drive the procurement process to meet project schedules and ensure the Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) principles are incorporated into the organization's activities. Using discretion and independent judgment, the BTR/STR will serve as the liaison between the subcontractor, Procurement, and members of the Project Team (e.g., Engineering, Quality Control, Health and Safety) and other organizations to perform assigned duties and responsibilities to support assigned procurement actions. Duties may include:

Approve Contract requisitions, Contract Change Requests (CCR), and invoices.

Perform subcontract management and administration in support of the Project Team including change management for scope, schedule and budget.

Investigates and resolves varied and complex disputes, concerns, and issues that may arise between buyers, subcontractors, and the Project Team.

Facilitate communication between the subcontractor and H2C regarding subcontractor performance and implement any corrections as necessary through requests for a change to the contract scope, schedule or budget.

Interfaces with the subcontractor and Finance/Accounting to resolve invoice questions. Work with H2C systems and processes to verify subcontractor submittal status and final resolution in support of contract closeout.

Provides day-to-day administration of subcontracts in accordance with Procurement procedures.

Monitors the technical progress of the subcontract and reviews funding levels to ensure adequate funding remains to complete the current scope within the period of performance of the subcontract.

Support Procurement Specialist during negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.

Performs invoice reviews to assure pay requests are in accordance with technical and contract requirements, ensuring technical reviews are complete and sufficient backup documentation is attached to support payment of invoices from subcontractors.

Participate in procurement planning discussions including acquisition strategy development activities.

Participate in annual contract planning of current and new procurement actions with the Project Team to ensure continued support of H2C projects.

Implements, supports, and monitors procurement reporting systems to meet project requirements.

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
Grade 17:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in related field and 6-7 years' relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Grade 18:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in related field and 8 years' relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Successfully completes the BTR Qualification within sixty (60) days of hire and maintains qualification accordingly.

Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with use and direction provided in policies and procedures relating to procurement and subcontract management methods and techniques.

• Experience in using H2C computer programs such as, but not limited to, Asset Suite, IDMS, and SmartPlant Foundation.
• Technical background or experience with engineering services, Hanford site Usage Based Services for Hanford site contractors and/or field operations at the Hanford site.
• Understanding of the Procurement cycle and associated durations and impacts to the overall cycle time.
• Extensive understanding of policies and procedures relating to procurement and subcontract management methods and techniques to include relevant Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR).
• Intermediate to Advanced skills in using MS Excel to include pivot table development, table filters and other data manipulation and formats.

Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $96,938
Hiring Range Maximum: $134,588

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits