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Title JOIN OUR NETWORK - PROCUREMENT

Position Number 40323

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location 2435 Stevens Center

Posted 07/08/2025

Closes 10/06/2025

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

This posting is part of our ongoing talent network for future opportunities. We encourage those interested to apply now for early consideration as needs arise.

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.

The Procurement Specialist solicits, negotiates, places, and administers subcontracts/purchase orders for the purchase of goods and services. Ensures appropriate fiscal responsibility is maintained and required policies, procedures, codes, standards, and federal regulations are properly adhered to and translated into legally binding contractual documents to protect and minimize the exposure of government and company liability, monetary and property loss, litigation, and disputes.

* Typical delegation of Authority Range: $0-$1M;

* Effects procurement plans, negotiates and administers subcontracts to include pre-planning, RFP, source selection and milestones, subcontract type, scope of work, analysis, award, post award concerns, terms and conditions, change notices, audits, timely renewals, expirations, innovations, resolution of problems, and 100% compliance with the terms and conditions of invoices submitted.

* Leads procurement strategy discussions for major, complex procurements.

* Awards and administers major Fixed Unit Price Blanket Master Agreements, other Fixed Price Subcontracts, and Cost-type Procurements.

* Provides leadership and serves as a resource to less experienced personnel.

* Orients buyers to necessary skills and strategies related to procurement and directs the activities of buyers as assigned.

* As an alternate to the manager, may assign requisition workload to appropriate procurement personnel. Performs a lead function of assigned areas of expertise.

* Acts as a point of contact for audit reviews.

* Will mentor less-experienced specialists and provide formal training in the procurement of items and services.

* Identifies, plans, and approves procurement actions. Develops strategies and negotiations consistent with company prime subcontract requirements, procurement department procedures, and Department of Energy directives.

* Facilitates and implements corrective actions for supplier quality and delivery problems.

* Performs feasibility studies, cost/price analyses, and close outs of subcontracts.

* Prepares contractual documents and correspondence (internal and external) to ensure compliance with all Federal laws as well as prime subcontract.

* Perform reporting, including but not limited to, statistical, weekly performance, and open requisition.

* Facilitates and records subcontract progress meetings.

* Prepare written responses to DOE comment letters for management signature;

* Reviews and interprets federal and DOE regulations to determine their applicability to purchasing personnel and provides implementation suggestions to management.

* Interfaces with general counsel legal issues affecting the procurement function.

* Explains cost/price analysis techniques to procurement staff.

* Leads special projects to enhance Procurement Department initiatives.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Grade 19:

*Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline: and

*Nine (9) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Grade 20:

*Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline: and

*Ten (10) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Desired Qualifications

* A comprehensive level of knowledge and understanding of the procurement cycle times for engineered equipment, R&D, construction and technical services, and bulk material commodities.

* Knowledgeable in H2C computer programs such as, but not limited to, Asset Suite, IDMS, PER's, CLTR, TFMSS, and E-Stars.

* Thorough knowledge of Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations.

* A comprehensive understanding of the engineering processes and deliverables required for scope definition.

* A thorough understanding of inventory control and asset management.

* Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes.

* Managerial Experience in the procurement discipline.

* Technical background in field or design engineering.

* Experience with planning of Capital Line Item Projects in accordance with DOE O 413.3B.

* Nationally recognized certification in the field (NCMA, ISM, etc.).

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: $117,225

Hiring Range Maximum: $162,688

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 visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

+ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf)

+ Pay Transparency Policy Statement

+ Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)

+ Employee Polygraph Protection Act

+ WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)