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About the position
The Subcontract Administrator at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) plays a crucial role in managing the full life-cycle of subcontracts and purchases necessary for the lab's mission. This position involves liaising between various stakeholders, including NREL's technical staff, legal, and finance teams, to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. The role requires strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex contracts in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop acquisition strategies to ensure timely and cost-efficient procurement of goods and services.
- Negotiate favorable pricing and contract terms with key vendors.
- Facilitate acquisitions, providing recommendations, record keeping, and contract monitoring.
- Assist in developing performance improvement initiatives to enhance service levels and capture operational savings.
- Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
- Prepare and oversee solicitations, including best value, competitive, and sole source solicitations.
- Conduct cost/price analyses and prepare decision support documentation.
- Source, negotiate, and administer subcontracts and purchase orders.
- Resolve issues related to vendor performance and compliance with regulations.
- Maintain documentation of the solicitation and award process according to internal policies.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of experience in supply chain, management, business, or contracts administration for Professional III; or 9+ years for Professional IV.
- Master's Degree and 3+ years of experience for Professional III; or 7+ years for Professional IV.
- PhD or JD with relevant experience in supply chain or contracts administration.
- Demonstrated subcontract administration experience with commercial item procurements.
- Ability to work with multiple funding stakeholders and technical experts with minimal guidance.
- Strong legal compliance, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Background in federal procurement.
- Experience with DOE's DEAR regulations.
- NCMA certifications.
Benefits
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
