Senior Procurement Manager

$144,100 - $231,700/Yr

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility - Newport News, VA

Part-time,Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Newport News, VA

About the position

The Senior Procurement Manager at Jefferson Lab is responsible for overseeing the acquisition services that support the Laboratory's operations. This role involves providing leadership, strategic direction, and operational guidance for the procurement program, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position requires a strong focus on federal procurement, particularly in IT systems, and involves mentoring a team of procurement professionals while fostering a culture of exceptional procurement operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a DOE-approved procurement system through leadership and oversight.
• Foster a culture of exceptional procurement operations for a team of Supervisors, Subcontract Administrators, and Procurement Specialists.
• Directly responsible for procuring high-level IT Systems.
• Lead and mentor the department in all areas of Federal purchasing activities to drive operational efficiencies.
• Develop and maintain the Laboratory's Procurement Operations Manual and supporting documentation.
• Serve as a chief acquisition specialist and point of contact for all procurement-related matters.
• Develop and manage the Procurement resources necessary to achieve mission objectives.
• Responsible for adjudication and formal responses to disputes, protests, and claims filed by subcontractors and vendors.
• Ensure effective and compliant Strategic Partnership Projects (SPP) agreement actions.
• Provide oversight for the Small Business Goals as required by the M&O Prime Contract.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Business Administration, Finance, Purchasing/Supply Chain Management or related degree.
• 15 years of applicable experience in acquisition, with 5 years in Federal procurement and extensive managerial experience.

Nice-to-haves

• In-depth knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DEARS).
• MBA or applicable graduate education.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
• 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
• Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs