Senior Contracts Officer

Job title:

Senior Contracts Officer

Company

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Job description

Are you looking for a role where you will be working with internal clients to develop contract strategies, scope documents, critical success factors, and evaluation criteria for identified procurement requirements? Do you like to lead cross-functional teams on complex engagements and engage with suppliers and partnerships? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you! Our Chalk River location is looking for a Senior Contracts Officer; apply today!What will you be doing!

• Leading cross-functional teams on complex engagements and engaging with suppliers and partnerships.
• Working with internal clients to develop contract strategies, scope documents, critical success factors, and evaluation criteria for identified procurement requirements.
• Acting as the client interface and enabler to deliver solutions to specific projects and client groups, providing procurement support, expertise, and coaching as required to ensure alignment with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) policies, procedures, applicable terms and conditions, and creating a fair and transparent procurement process.
• Applying professional judgment using a graded approach commensurate with the nature and risk of the specific acquisition.
• Conducting market research to determine the approach to the market and identify potential suppliers.
• Establishing strategic relationships with key suppliers who are aligned with the company’s needs.
• Identifying new suppliers, agreeing on terms, and negotiating supply arrangements where appropriate, including discount structures and volume rebates with the company’s best interests in mind.
• Developing, in conjunction with internal stakeholders, and issuing contract documents (RFPI, RFEOI, RFP, and RFPQ) to market and managing the solicitation process.
• Conducting Bidders Meetings with prospective proponents and key internal stakeholders.
• Leading cross-functional evaluation teams, performing commercial evaluation of related submissions, and preparing detailed procurement recommendations reflective of greater commercial thinking and contextually relevant aspects of the commercial and technical evaluations.
• Preparing formal negotiation strategies, leading negotiations, and preparing related documentation in conjunction with internal clients.
• Conducting the contract award process, including issuing award notifications and letters of regret and providing proponents feedback where deemed appropriate.
• Authorizing contract strategies, award recommendations, and issuing purchase orders/commitments on the position’s behalf of CNL within the delegated financial authorities.
• Coordinating “lessons learned” meetings in a manner that captures and communicates any lessons learned as a result of the procurement process and/or market engagement.
• Ensuring risks and opportunities related to the procurement are identified, assessed, mitigated, and managed effectively throughout the process.
• Providing post-award contract oversight during the execution of the contract, where applicable.
• Maintaining comprehensive procurement files and documenting contractual requirements and communications.
• Resolving complex/diverse professional business service issues.
• Identifying and recommending improvements to processes that affect own area and others/clients.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration/ Supply Chain Management/ Engineering/ Contract Administration with 3-5 years of pertinent experience or 8 years of equivalent experience with projects and/or construction projects procurements.
• Enrolment in a supply chain management certification or a supply chain diploma program is an asset.
• Experience

• Demonstrated understanding of contract terminology and contract interpretation, contract strategies, pricing models and corresponding contract risks.
• Formal training and/or demonstrated experience in relationship management, conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Experience with automated procurement systems – preferably Oracle and MERX.
• Strong computer skills. Advanced level capability in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Technical background or demonstrated understanding of design/construction and IT services contracts would be an asset.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of contract law, procurement practices/processes, and tasks, with emphasis on complex procurements where the participation of technical experts (technical experts, legal, quality assurance) is required.
• Ability to lead and manage business cross-functional teams and skills in supplier relationship management with long-term supplier partners.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to develop effective working relationships with internal clients and suppliers.
• Able to work in a team environment both within Supply Chain and with internal clients.
• Able to work independently, establish priorities in order to meet conflicting deadlines, and resolve conflicts promptly.
• Outstanding organizational skills and oral and written communication capabilities.
• A strong sense of accountability, work ethic and analytical skills are required.
• Willingness to put in extra hours as required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead others through influence rather than authority.
• Maintain clear, concise documentation on all stages of the procurement.
• Knowledge and experience with a variety of Quality Assurance programs.
• Knowledge of nuclear quality assurance programs would be an asset.

Security Clearance Eligibility Required * Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat’s “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”Why CNL?Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We’re reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.We offer a complete total rewards package :

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an environmentally pristine area with extensive forests, hills, and numerous small lakes. These support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa, and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!CNL works with employees across Canada to enable a remote workforce where possible. Our work-from-home employees are provided with the equipment required to be successful: laptop, monitor, external keyboard and mouse, etc. Of course, we always love a visit to the site when possible!CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read for more on our DE&I Commitment.CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.#LI-REMOTE

Expected salary

Location

Chalk River, ON

Job date

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:27:56 GMT

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