Procurement Specialist

Waste Isolation Pilot Plant•Carlsbad, NM

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About The Position

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), the managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP), is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join its team in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The role provides procurement leadership and support for a wide variety of standard and specialized procurement activities, including issuing purchase orders and subcontracts under multiple contract types. The specialist works with technical organizations to develop procurement plans, statements of work, and cost estimates; negotiates and administers complex subcontracts and modifications; prepares procurement documentation; and supports less experienced personnel. The role also involves claims and termination actions, acquisition policy and procedure work, and advising SIMCO management on facility readiness, environmental, or quality issues. A bachelor’s degree and six years of acquisition or related experience, an associate degree and ten years, or a high school diploma or equivalent and fourteen years is required. Applicants must be at least 18, authorized to work in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship, and able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for WIPP site access. Salary is $82,382 to $145,184 per year; the specific offer depends on factors including relevant experience and education. The position is exempt, with grade levels 30–32.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with six years of acquisition or acquisition-related experience; or associate degree with ten years; or high school diploma or equivalent with fourteen years. Related experience may include procurement engineering, engineering, business, legal, or comparable professional background.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site, including when teleworking.
Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Nice To Haves

Experience in procurement and subcontracting in Federal Contract Management, working with the Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD).
Knowledge and understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR).
CPM, CPCM, CPFM, Core, or DAIWA certifications.

Responsibilities

Provide procurement leadership and support for standard and specialized procurement activities.
Issue purchase orders and subcontracts in Firm-Fixed Price, Time & Material, Labor Hour, and Cost Reimbursement environments.
Work with technical organizations to develop pre-procurement plans, statements of work, and cost estimates.
Negotiate, place, and administer subcontracts and modifications with suppliers for complex material and service requirements, following established policies and procedures. Requirements include staff augmentation, fabrication, construction, and services.
Prepare written procurement documents, including negotiation memorandums, cost/price analyses, and award justifications.
Teach, train, and guide less experienced subcontractor personnel.
Review and settle claims and termination actions.
Participate in formulating and reviewing acquisition policies and procedures.
Identify, analyze, and recommend solutions to SIMCO management concerning facility activities or readiness, environmental issues, or quality issues.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with coverage on the date of hire.
Surgical concierge service.
Employee assistance program (EAP) services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Modern work arrangements, including four-day workweeks of four 10-hour days.
Relocation assistance.
Shuttle commuter service from local areas.
Paid time off 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 equal to one times annual salary.
Pension plan providing a monthly annuity after retirement.
401(k) with a 0.50 match up to 6%.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits.
Long-term disability program.
Health and flexible savings accounts.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.