Procurement Specialist 3

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Acquisition Regulations, Acquisitions Management, Analysis Skills, Ariba, Budget Management, Business Administration, Business Operations, Business Solutions, Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Change Control, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, External Audit, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Financial Control, Financial Operations, Forecasting, Government Organizations, Internal Audit, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Multitasking, Operations Processes, Operations Security (OPSEC), People Management, Performance Metrics, Policy Development, Policy Evaluation, Policy Implementation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Development, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SAP, Schedule Development, Staff Policies, Technical Support, Time Management, Tuition Fees, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vision Plan, Work From Home, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Los Alamos, NM

POSTED

10 days ago

What You Will Do

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world.

The Acquisition Services Management - Governance organization is seeking highly motivated Procurement Analysts to support our Policy, Audit Controls & Enablement (PACE) and Mission Assurance & Compliance Oversight (MACO) teams. In this role, you will help ensure the integrity of the Laboratory's procurement system by supporting governance, compliance, policy, and audit activities. Working closely with procurement professionals, legal counsel, business partners, and Department of Energy (DOE) stakeholders, you will help maintain compliance with the Triad-approved Purchasing System while driving continuous process improvement.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting procurement governance, compliance, and policy activities within a regulated environment. They will be skilled at interpreting procurement policies, evaluating procurement actions for compliance, supporting audit activities, and collaborating with stakeholders to resolve policy questions and improve procurement processes. They are detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to delivering compliant, customer-focused procurement solutions.

The Procurement Analysts tasks may include:

Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of procurement policies, procedures, and guidance documents.
Evaluate procurement actions for compliance with DOE requirements, Prime Contract requirements, applicable regulations, and Laboratory policies.
Support internal and external audits, assessments, and Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) activities by coordinating documentation, researching procurement actions, and assisting with corrective action responses.
Analyze new DOE orders, Acquisition Policy Letters, Prime Contract changes, and regulatory requirements to determine impacts to procurement policies and procedures.
Assist with maintaining the ASM Procurement and Policy Manual and related governance documentation.
Provide guidance to procurement personnel regarding policy interpretation and compliance requirements.
Identify process improvement opportunities that strengthen procurement governance, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
Collaborate with internal organizations including Legal, Controller's Office, and Procurement teams to resolve compliance and policy questions.
Prepare reports, presentations, and compliance metrics to support executive-level presentations, reports, dashboards and decision support materials.
Recommend improvements to governance methodologies, tools, data sources, and processes

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Governance and Compliance

Demonstrated experience supporting procurement, contract administration, governance, compliance, policy implementation, or audit activities within a regulated environment.
Experience supporting complex technical or operational projects and contracts; developing schedules, defining scope, managing priorities, executing work under formal change control to impact key performance indicators

Knowledge and Expertise

Advanced working knowledge of procurement regulations, policies, internal controls, and compliance principles.
Experience interpreting policies and applying them to procurement activities.

Customer Service & Collaboration

Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Skilled at building trust, resolving conflicts, and delivering accurate, timely information
Adept at interacting with personnel at all levels to foster collaboration and achieve consensus

Organizational Skills & Critical Thinking

Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proven ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks, develop corrective actions, and recommend solutions based on data-driven analysis
Demonstrated success working independently and collaboratively, exercising judgment, creativity, flexibility, and initiative

Business Systems

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Visio, and other project or inventory management tools
Understanding of financial and business operations, including budget management, procurement, and resource forecasting

Communication

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, Legal counsel, and senior leadership

Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related degree from an accredited institution and 6 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting high dollar, volume and complex procurement activities
Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) requirements.
Experience supporting procurement evaluation, assessments or audit activities
Continuous Improvement Experience
Experience using SAP Ariba or similar enterprise procurement systems
Professional certification such as CPSM, CPCM, CFCM, CPPB or similar

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

Work Environment:

Work Location: The work location for this position is telework and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Telework is defined as working from offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite may be periodically necessary. Remote work may be authorized for candidates located outside the designated telework area, subject to additional approval. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants:

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.

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