Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) · 5 days ago
Experienced Contract Management Specialist
Monroeville, PA
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$67K/yr - $111K/yr
4+ years expBechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. As an Experienced Contract Management Specialist (Buyer), you will support company operations by negotiating, drafting, and managing contracts while ensuring compliance with policies and laws.
EnergyManufacturingRenewable Energy
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare input and analyses for budgets, Prime Contract proposals, and post award financial assessments. Develop price, cost, small value, or hybrid estimates to support budgetary forecasts and/or acquisitions, in accordance with estimating requirements
Develop acquisition strategy, including risk assessment, and submit for Government approval, as required. Create realistic milestone schedule leading to purchase order placement that will support Program needs
Prepare and issue request for proposal (RFP) for Government-approved sole source and/or competitive solicitations, perform proposal openings, and conduct detailed analysis of supplier proposals. Resolve all technical and administrative exceptions/clarifications (as needed) and obtain written agreement from supplier(s). Submit request for field pricing assistance (as needed). Prepare for and conduct purchase order discussions/negotiations
Write a formal recommendation to document that the procurement action will be awarded at a fair and reasonable price, with contract delivery dates that will meet Program needs from a supplier who is technically capable to provide a quality product in accordance with all contractual requirements; may be submitted for Government-approval, if required
Perform post-placement contract administration, including but not limited to the following: continuous communication with supplier, negotiating and placing purchase order amendments, proactively following contract line items and special contract clauses, processing supplier shipping documents and invoices, preparing reports as needed to support requirements and/or stakeholder requests, and processing purchase order close-out documentation in a timely manner
Develop relationships with supplier counterparts and maintain open communication with supplier lead contract professional. Gain knowledge of supplier operations, supply chain vulnerabilities, and performance (e.g., financial, delivery, etc.)
Input and reconcile data and/or information across various data systems, when applicable, including but not limited to budgeting, procurement scheduling, estimating, and logistics systems
Coordinate with engineering counterparts, management, and operations departments, including supplier security, fleet support and logistics, quality, and finance, to effectively, efficiently, and productively execute contract requirements
Participate in formal or informal teams chartered to evaluate procedures, perform process reviews, and perform standard audits. Identify process improvements and act as a positive change agent
Up to 10% travel to alternate sites and/or supplier locations as needed to establish and maintain strong business relationships, ensure quality compliance, and oversee the timely delivery of materials and services. Occasional travel greater than 10% may also be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business management/administration or equivalent education from an accredited college or university
A minimum of four (4) years of relevant business experience
Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status
The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required
Preferred
At least three (3) years of procurement experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites, Outlook and other applications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships, both internally and externally
An advanced degree, Greenbelt, Level 1 and/or Level 2 Procurement Certification (BPMI), or CPSM/CPCM certification, may be considered in lieu of some year(s) of experience
Benefits
Competitive and attractive pay
Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
Career advancement and professional development programs.
Company
Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI)
Since the late 1950s, BPMI has been a dedicated prime contractor—a company that has a direct contract with the federal government—for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP).
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beverly Stonick
Employee/Labor Relations Business Partner
Jennifer Edmonston, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Executive Manager Human Resources/Chief Human Resources Officer
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