Senior Contracting Specialist

Idaho Power Company•Boise, ID

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a highly skilled Senior Contracting Specialist with experience in contract development, competitive bidding, negotiations, and federal grant compliance, to join our Supply Chain Procurement team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. This position plays a critical role ensuring Idaho Power’s major projects – including those funded by federal grants – are produces, executed, and administered in full compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Build America, Buy America (BABA), Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA), and federal supplier verification standards (SAM.gov).This position is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location. We offer employees both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote after a period of demonstrated proficiency in their role. What does a Senior Contracting Specialist do for us? The Senior Contracting Specialist works independently and with minimal guidance to lead stakeholders in the development of internal customer materials and service contracts of significant risk and/or complexity. They lead the competitive bidding process, negotiations, and prepare comprehensive contract documents. The Senior Contracting Agent will meet business unit cost objectives with a focus on delivering the best value to Idaho Power. In addition to supporting Idaho Power’s traditional contracting activities, this position also serves as Supply Chain’s primary subject matter expert for government-funded contracts, requiring independent judgement when interpreting requirements, supporting internal customers, and ensuring full lifecycle compliance with: FARs BABA DBRA Federal grant procurement rules Supplier verification requirements (SAM.gov, OFAC screening, SBA classification) In addition to the meaningful work we do, Idaho Power offers a strong work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Contracting practices, terms, and conditions
Developing and writing a statement of work
Negotiation techniques and supplier management practices
Competitive bidding processes
Contracting strategies and principles for a wide range of service/goods industries
ERP and EAM systems
Business acumen
Skills in: Excellent time management, decision making, and analytical skills
Effective problem solving, critical thinking, and negotiation skills
Verbal, written, and professional communication, including effective listening
Highly organized, able to manage and coordinate multiple projects, including competing priorities with frequent interruptions
Focusing on quality with strong attention to detail
Building and establishing effective working relationships to foster trust and collaboration
Microsoft 365, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneNote
Ability to: Drive complex contract negotiations and competitive RFx events to achieve optimal terms and cost savings
Apply risk mitigation and compliance practices to safeguard organizational interests
Build and manage supplier relationships to enhance performance and long-term value
Lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver results
Communicate clearly and persuasively with technical experts and senior leadership
Prioritize tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain composure under pressure in fast-paced environment
Mentor and guide peers, leveraging procurement expertise to strengthen team capability
Analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations for alternative solutions
Be prepared to work extended hours during major emergencies (e.g., fires, outages) to support critical operations
Demonstrate adaptability and initiative when facing change and complex challenges
Approach problems with curiosity and persistence, asking tough questions and delivering effective solutions
Remain accessible outside normal business hours to respond to urgent leadership or customer needs
Bachelor's degree OR An equivalent combination of education and experience
6 or more years related work experience
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
This position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience applying FAR requirements and U.S. Government contracting principles, including interpreting federal and state grant terms and translating funding requirements into procurement strategies, contract language, and supplier flow-downs for federally funded programs
Process and documentation compliance with BABA provisions and DBRA requirements for federally funded infrastructure projects
Federal contracting processes, including General Services Administration (GSA) schedules, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) compliance, and Small Business Administration (SBA) requirements
Knowledge of SAM.gov and supplier verification requirements
Educating internal stakeholders on compliance requirements, risks, documentation standards, and audit considerations
Compliance, documentation, and audit requirements associated with public funding, including records retention, cost allowability, procurement justification, and responsiveness to external review or audit
Interpretation and application of FARs, BABA, DBRA, and federal grant requirements

Responsibilities

Lead stakeholders in the development of internal customer materials and service contracts of significant risk and/or complexity.
Lead the competitive bidding process, negotiations, and prepare comprehensive contract documents.
Meet business unit cost objectives with a focus on delivering the best value to Idaho Power.
Serve as Supply Chain’s primary subject matter expert for government-funded contracts, requiring independent judgement when interpreting requirements, supporting internal customers, and ensuring full lifecycle compliance with: FARs BABA DBRA Federal grant procurement rules Supplier verification requirements (SAM.gov, OFAC screening, SBA classification)