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Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) · 3 months ago

Contract Management Specialist (Buyer)

Monroeville, PA

Contract

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$52K/yr - $98K/yr

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for the U.S. Navy. As a Contract Management Specialist, you will be responsible for contract functions including budgeting, negotiation, administration, and close out of contracts in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

EnergyManufacturingRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in compiling input and analyses for developing budgets, preparing detailed proposals for the Government to support annual and future Prime Contract awards for BPMI, and performing post award financial assessments

Assist with developing acquisition strategies, including risk assessment, supplier capability analysis and submit for Government approval, as required

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 submitted with the proposals. Develop and issue request for Government field pricing assistance for proposals (as needed). Prepare for and conduct purchase order discussions/negotiations. Create and maintain detailed documentation of all actions

Prior to contract award, write a formal recommendation to document that the procurement action will be placed at a fair and reasonable price, provides contract delivery dates that meet Government needs, from a supplier that is technically/ financially/administratively capable to provide a quality product in accordance with all contractual requirements. The formal recommendation may be submitted for Government-approval, if required

Participate 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 in a timely manner

Develop relationships with supplier counterparts and maintain open communication with supplier lead contract professional

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 BPMI engineering counterparts, management, and operations departments, including supplier security, fleet support and logistics, quality, and finance, to effectively, efficiently, and productively execute contract requirements

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

Contract managementBudgetingNegotiationProposal analysisPurchasingSupply chainProject managementMicrosoft OfficeOral communicationWritten communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in business management/administration or equivalent education from an accredited college or university

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

Minimum GPA of 3.0 for newer college graduates

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications desired

Demonstrated strong oral and writing skills preferred

Understanding of purchasing, project management, supply chain and other general business skills preferred

Benefits

A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.

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)

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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).

Founded in 1956