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Our client is looking for a Contract Administrator. The Contract Administrator performs duties including sourcing, subcontracts administration, and buyer/purchasing agent activities. This position supports the development of suppliers and the acquisition of products and services, and contributes to enhancing the success of projects by limiting the overall risks and liability associated with supplier negotiations and subcontract administration — including subcontract sourcing, pricing, evaluating, negotiating, and obtaining materials, equipment, and/or construction services.

Location: Remote
Duration: 12 Months
Compensation: $63 - $80 per hour.
Benefits: Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, and other employer sponsored programs.

US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. Work sponsorship is not available currently.

Summary: Perform sourcing, subcontracts administration, and buyer/purchasing agent activities. Support supplier development and the acquisition of products and services, including federal government contracting. Collaborate with the Supply Management team to limit risk and enable successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support increasingly complex procurement/subcontract management duties, including federal government contracting.
• Manage procurement activities with a focus on performance, change control, quality, cost, and schedule management.
• Work with Requestors to understand procurement requirements.
• Review statements of work and specifications to ensure the correct goods and services are procured.
• Select the appropriate Terms and Conditions for each procurement, and work with Legal to negotiate Supplier exceptions when required.
• Perform market research to identify potential suppliers.
• Prepare and manage pre-award activities such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Expressions of Interest (EOIs), and site visits.
• Perform price analyses.
• Ensure funding has been obtained and approved before entering into a contractual agreement with a third party.
• Submit procurement packages for review and obtain the correct approvals before award.
• Issue Purchase Orders or other forms of agreements to Suppliers.
• Monitor and expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage post-award activities with a focus on performance, change control, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Verify receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered.
• Resolve receipt and invoice discrepancies.
• Perform closeout activities.
• Maintain complete and accurate purchasing files and records.
• Other procurement and/or contracting duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience with client and supplier relations.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, or a related degree program with a minimum of 4 years' experience related to Procurement and/or Contract Management.
• Experience with purchasing first-of-a-kind fabricated equipment, IT software, and commercial items.
• Understanding of quality assurance and export control requirements.
• Experience successfully working in a fast-paced environment and producing quality work.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.

Nice to Have:

• U.S. Government (DOE or DOD) contracting/subcontracting experience.
• Nuclear or related experience.
• Military experience.
• Technical background (experience-based is acceptable).

About Hansell Tierney: Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way. Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises. Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients' unique needs.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security or Social Security Administration so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Compensation and Benefits Disclosure The compensation range listed above represents the expected range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.

Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored programs.