Chief Procurement Officer

Chief Procurement Officer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Legal Studies, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in procurement, acquisition, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5+ years of management experience in business and/or financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Establish consistent application of prime contract requirements using best-in-class federal, industry, and academia acquisition practices lab-wide to assure quality of procurement packages and compliance with prescribed practices.
• Develop overall strategies for acquisition, formulating operating plans, performance metrics, and long-range planning to support the lab’s needs.
• Direct department goals and objectives that align with Lab objectives and meet DOE Performance Evaluation Management Plan goals.
• Lead specific projects or programs as assigned or needed; represent the laboratory on various procurement matters, including committees, work groups, and external committees.
• Build highly effective and engaging relationships internally and externally, including with DOE, to ensure alignment of expectations and performance measures.
• Engage key stakeholders by executing a consistent strategic communication plan early in the process.
• Develop the capabilities of the procurement staff and ensure strong leadership within the organization.
• Design and implement programs and training that provide internal Laboratory customers with strategic options around the acquisition lifecycle and utilize best practices and tools.
• Identify and leverage strategic sourcing opportunities across the lab, DOE complex, and member organizations, including vendor partnerships.
• Advise Laboratory management on matters to ensure alignment of policies and actions with Laboratory goals, the prime contract, and DOE Orders.
• Supervise and lead a team, including responsibilities such as hiring, promotions, performance reviews, training, disciplinary actions, and team exits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Abide by and perform all duties in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices relevant to this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Procurement Manager (CPM), Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) are desired but not required.
• Experience in implementing procurement systems is preferred.