Job Description Summary
GE-Hitachi (GEH) Nuclear Energy Americas LLC is seeking a procurement professional to support U.S. Government funded nuclear energy projects. As a Sourcing Subcontract Leader, you will lead procurement of complex goods and services for advanced (Gen IV) commercial nuclear reactors. You will be responsible for compliance with applicable federal acquisition regulations while performing contract administration functions. In partnership with suppliers, regulators, customers and internal partners, you will ensure proper execution of contractual requirements for assigned projects.
This is an individual contributor role.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
In this position, you will:
Cradle-to-Grave Contracts Administration, including negotiating terms and conditions, managing contract deliverables, and ensuring compliance with U.S. government contracting flow down requirements.Determine project sourcing strategy, after review of drawings, specifications, and purchase history. Assist in the development of subcontract specifications and Statements of Work (SOWs).Ensure compliance to the Federal Acquisition Regulation, the Department of Energy Supplement, and the Department of Defense Supplement (FAR/DEARS/DFARS) and 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance in support of Grants and Cooperative Agreements.Prepare and issue Requests for Quote/Proposal (RFQs/RFPs) to suppliers in compliance with us federal procurement regulations and business processes.Review proposals, analyze results, and determine negotiation plans/strategies as well as addressing any exceptions to flow downs, specifications, or GEH terms and conditions requirements.Conduct negotiations with suppliers to achieve fair and reasonable results. Perform supplier assessments with the project team to finalize supplier selection.Formally document procurement files in accordance with government compliant purchasing system requirements and GEH processes, including details of summary of award, basis for vendor selection, sole source justification, price analysis methodology, negotiation strategy and summary.Oversee purchase orders awards to suppliers, ensuring compliance with all GEH policies and procedures, customer requirements, including government regulations (such as FAR/DEARS/DFARS/2 CFR 200) and public law.Facilitate supplier understanding of requirements from local, state and federal regulations such as the Service Contract Act, Davis Bacon Act, EEO Compliance, Justifications for Non-Competitive Procurements, Buy American Act, Small Business Subcontracting Plans, Certificates of Cost and Pricing Data.Manage supplier performance to cost, delivery/schedule, quality, technical and programmatic/contractual requirements.Monitor project procurement progress and milestones, ensure proper receipt of deliverables and invoice approval, manage project change orders.Identify and mitigate risks and issues with suppliers by determining root cause and developing corrective action.Compile, analyze and submit data for reporting per customer requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations and 2CFR200 requirements.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, OR high school diploma or equivalent with 10 years of experience in U.S. government funded procurements.5 years of experience in Government funded projects with understanding of federal project compliance requirements (Service Contract Act, Davis Bacon Act, Buy American Act, Small Business Subcontracting Business Plans, and specialized terms and conditions).
Eligibility Requirements
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time as required.The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.
Desired Characteristics
Advanced degree in business, engineering, or other relevant disciplineDemonstrated domain expertise with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, the Department of Energy Supplement, and the Department of Defense Supplement (FAR/DEARS/DFARS) and 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance.In-depth understanding of all principles of the procurement process in a government environment from inception to close out.Strong leader capable of working successfully in a matrix organization and as part of a cross-functional team to drive impactful results.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects to completion, including meeting project deadlines, with appropriate cost and schedule control.Working knowledge of the preparation of bid packages, analysis and evaluation of proposals, source selection/justification, negotiation of subcontract provisions, and administration of subcontracts.Negotiation skills (internal, across the businesses and external with suppliers) - ability to lead negotiations (price, schedule, and supplier performance).Demonstrated ability to effectively manage job responsibilities in a global environment with minimal supervision.Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills.Strong communication skills to effectively communicate to all levels of internal and external stakeholders.Demonstrated competency in creating clear and concise written documentation that fully summarizes all aspects of a procurement transaction.
The salary range for this position is $120K - $150K. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.
Available health and welfare benefits include healthcare, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; savings account options (such as a Health Care Flexible Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account); and an employee assistance program. Additional benefits include a defined contribution 401(k) plan, employee life insurance, optional dependent life insurance, employee accidental death or dismemberment insurance coverage, salary continuance program benefits for disability, optional long-term disability, pre-tax transportation/commuter program, paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, a layoff plan for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement program, use of Cariloop, adoption assistance, optional identity theft prevention insurance, optional personal legal assistance, and optional personal excess liability insurance.
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This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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