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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides high-quality business services to support the Lab's research initiatives by participating in cross-functional teams with a focus on risk mitigation and cost management, which is a critical component to the Lab's success. Led by the Chief Financial Officer, Brookhaven’s Business Services Directorate includes the Budget Office, Fiscal Services Division, Procurement & Property Management Division, Chief Financial Office, and the Business Operations Offices. The Directorate manages a broad range of financial activities, including the planning and implementation of the Lab’s fiscal matters and its approximately $800 million annual budget.
The Mission Of The Procurement And Property Management (PPM) Division Is To Provide Support For Purchasing Services, Materials, Equipment And Supplies For Brookhaven National Laboratory Operations And Programs. The Procurement And Property Management Division Does The Following
Provides internal customers with quality products and services in a timely manner at the lowest cost of ownership, i.e., “best value” using best commercial practices.
Supports the Laboratory’s socioeconomic programs by using reliable small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, service- disabled veteran owned and HUB (historically underutilized business) Zone businesses.
Ensures that acquisitions are conducted in compliance with BSA’s Prime Contract, applicable statutes and regulations, and in accordance with the highest ethics and standards.
Oversight of BNL Property Management Program to effectively track and account for BNL assigned Government Property.
PPM has an opening for a Contract Specialist I position within the Procurement and Property Management Department. This individual will report to the Major Subcontracts Manager.
Essential Duties And 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 with a signature authority of $325,000.00.
Auto req ID
440998BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Contracts
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
BA or BS degree in a business field, plus seven (7) years direct procurement experience, preferably in federal government procurement.
Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Possess an advanced understanding of the procurement business discipline, regular business contact within and outside the Laboratory, or other Federal facility/agency, to obtain and provide detailed and complex information; tracks, organizes, and analyzes procurement information.
Anticipate and establish paths to avoid problems and manage administrative processes on behalf of management.
Develop and implement internal procedures.
Ability to identify and resolve complex problems in procurements.
Knowledge of information processing software, such as Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skilled at establishing positive working relationships at all levels, internal and external, and sets a positive example for productive teamwork.
Helps expand working relationships and demonstrates the ability to effectively influence relationships.
Solid research, analytical, creative problem-solving, sound judgment, and decision-making skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to handle deadlines and pressure situations.
Advanced, clear, and concise verbal and written communication.
Effective and efficient time/resource management, organization, planning, and prioritizing workload.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Master’s degree.
Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or similar certification in government procurement practices.
Experience with the Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR).
Experience in cost analysis and/or cost accounting standards.
Experience with information technology and/or computer software, procurements.
Experience with negotiating terms & conditions or other legal documents.
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements
The ability to work at a computer/keyboard for extended periods is essential.
Ability to concentrate on accuracy.
Compensation
Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $90700- $136050 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education, and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
Other Information
There is a possibility of remote employment in this role if candidate is not local. If fully remote, then minimal travel to the Lab may be required.
City*
Upton
State*
New York
Job Code
Operations_ Specialist
Affiliate Sponsor
Brookhaven National Laboratory
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides high-quality business services to support the Lab's research initiatives by participating in cross-functional teams with a focus on risk mitigation and cost management, which is a critical component to the Lab's success. Led by the Chief Financial Officer, Brookhaven’s Business Services Directorate includes the Budget Office, Fiscal Services Division, Procurement & Property Management Division, Chief Financial Office, and the Business Operations Offices. The Directorate manages a broad range of financial activities, including the planning and implementation of the Lab’s fiscal matters and its approximately $800 million annual budget.
The Mission Of The Procurement And Property Management (PPM) Division Is To Provide Support For Purchasing Services, Materials, Equipment And Supplies For Brookhaven National Laboratory Operations And Programs. The Procurement And Property Management Division Does The Following
Provides internal customers with quality products and services in a timely manner at the lowest cost of ownership, i.e., “best value” using best commercial practices.
Supports the Laboratory’s socioeconomic programs by using reliable small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, service- disabled veteran owned and HUB (historically underutilized business) Zone businesses.
Ensures that acquisitions are conducted in compliance with BSA’s Prime Contract, applicable statutes and regulations, and in accordance with the highest ethics and standards.
Oversight of BNL Property Management Program to effectively track and account for BNL assigned Government Property.
PPM has an opening for a Contract Specialist I position within the Procurement and Property Management Department. This individual will report to the Major Subcontracts Manager.
Essential Duties And 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 with a signature authority of $325,000.00.
Auto req ID
440998BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Contracts
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
BA or BS degree in a business field, plus seven (7) years direct procurement experience, preferably in federal government procurement.
Experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Possess an advanced understanding of the procurement business discipline, regular business contact within and outside the Laboratory, or other Federal facility/agency, to obtain and provide detailed and complex information; tracks, organizes, and analyzes procurement information.
Anticipate and establish paths to avoid problems and manage administrative processes on behalf of management.
Develop and implement internal procedures.
Ability to identify and resolve complex problems in procurements.
Knowledge of information processing software, such as Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skilled at establishing positive working relationships at all levels, internal and external, and sets a positive example for productive teamwork.
Helps expand working relationships and demonstrates the ability to effectively influence relationships.
Solid research, analytical, creative problem-solving, sound judgment, and decision-making skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to handle deadlines and pressure situations.
Advanced, clear, and concise verbal and written communication.
Effective and efficient time/resource management, organization, planning, and prioritizing workload.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Master’s degree.
Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or similar certification in government procurement practices.
Experience with the Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR).
Experience in cost analysis and/or cost accounting standards.
Experience with information technology and/or computer software, procurements.
Experience with negotiating terms & conditions or other legal documents.
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements
The ability to work at a computer/keyboard for extended periods is essential.
Ability to concentrate on accuracy.
Compensation
Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $90700- $136050 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education, and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
Other Information
There is a possibility of remote employment in this role if candidate is not local. If fully remote, then minimal travel to the Lab may be required.
City*
Upton
State*
New York
Job Code
Operations_ Specialist
Affiliate Sponsor
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Salary : $90,700 - $136,050
