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Acquisition Services Manager (239)

Requisition ID **239** - Posted - **BI-AS Acquisition Services** - **Carlsbad, NM, US - SWB** - **Procurement**

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Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a **_Acquisition Services Manager_** and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall execution of the Acquisition Services Department on an established Department of Energy (DOE) facility for the Management and Operating (M&O) Contractor. This role includes managing the work efforts of managers, supervisors and professionals; staffing, performance appraisals, pay reviews; making decisions based on project objectives and allocated resources; regular direct interaction with the customer, suppliers, functional and/or senior management on departmental/project matters; establishing, assuring, and reporting on adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance objectives; and, risk identification and resolution. This position reports to the Baseline Integration Manager. This position is in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Overseeing administration of SIMCO’s $3B prime contract, this role is responsible for supervision and administration of the prime contract function as well as subcontract/supply chain functions and related policies, procedures, and compliance. The approximately 40 person team includes prime contract professionals, subcontract specialists, buyers, expediters, subcontract administrators and p-card program administrators.

This role is responsible for strategy and sourcing activities for subcontract acquisitions, including Capital Asset Project and minor construction subcontracts; analysis and due diligence in market research and risk assessment, working with finance, legal, and operations teams; negotiation and deal management at the prime and subcontract level for negotiations on terms and pricing to secure favorable outcomes; project and team leadership to manage the end-to-end acquisition process, and manage cross functional teams.

Identifies opportunities for revenue enhancement, schedule relief and avoidance of unallowable costs and takes appropriate actions to protect SIMCO’s interest and/or improve performance. Ensures the monitoring of safety, quality, cost, and performance and that all contractual duties and obligations are met by all parties at the prime as well as at the purchase order and subcontract level.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Ability to establish operational objectives and work plans, and delegate assignments to subordinates.

+ Communicate on an executive and senior management level and clearly and knowledgeably discuss matters/topics related to Acquisition Services operations.

+ Participate in the development, modification, and execution of company/project policies and initiatives that affect immediate operations and may also have company/project-wide effects.

+ Utilization of extensive knowledge of Federal procurement regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR) and relevant subject matter expertise.

+ Previous senior level management experience is a must with comparable span of control and budgetary experience. Practical skills in oral and written communication is required.

Minimum Requirements

_These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination._

+ Master's degree with thirteen (13) years of relevant experience, or

+ Bachelor’s degree with fifteen (15) years of relevant experience is required.

_Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information._

Preferred Requirements

+ Experience in government prime administration and subcontracting with Department of Energy (DOE) or another Federal Agency with broad spectrum of procurement expertise.

+ CPM, CPCM, or Core FAC certifications such as APDP Level II or III or DAIWA Level III are desired.

+ Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus, previous DOE or M&O experience is preferred.

+ Previous DOE Prime Contract Administration experience preferred.

What We Offer

+ Medical, dental and vision insurance:

+ Coverage on date of hire

+ Surgical concierge service

+ EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

+ Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*

+ Relocation assistance*

+ Shuttle commuter service from the local areas

+ Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

+ Tuition reimbursement program

+ On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions

+ Company paid short term disability

+ Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)

+ Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%

+ Voluntary benefits of:

+ Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity

+ Long-term disability program

+ Health and Flexible savings accounts

+ Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

_*These benefits vary by position._

Exempt grade level(s) 36-37. Salary range: $131,144 to $212,165 --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Equal Opportunity

_Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities._

_If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8490 or email [email protected] for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request._

_Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required._

_Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time._

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.