Procurement Agent 1

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Procurement Agent supports the Manager, Procurement by performing contracting and procurement activities necessary to support the lifecycle of purchase orders and contracts in accordance with established policies and procedures. The scope of these purchase orders and contract includes, but is not limited to, the following functional areas: accounting, finance, sales & marketing, human resources, engineering, and IT/Software. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists Procurement personnel in drafting, evaluating, negotiating and executing contracts, including but not limited to, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Subcontracts, Consulting Agreements, Master Services Agreements, Task Orders, and Purchase Orders.
2. Performs supplier profile analysis and supplier capability analysis.
3. Ensures suppliers complete and return documents associated with RFPs, purchase orders, and contracts.
4. Compiles and manages procurement documentation in accordance with document control requirements.
5. Loads procurement data into the Enterprise Resource Planning system.
6. Interfaces with ordering departments to ensure scope and technical requirements are clearly specified.  Facilitates discussions with ordering departments and suppliers.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies. 

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately.  Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information.  Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• Education:  A minimum of a B.S. degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or related field of study required.  
• Experience:  Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of procurement execution.  Experience in the nuclear industry is preferred.   
• Industry Requirements:  Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. 

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay and Benefits: 

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department. 

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page:  Employee Benefits | NuScale Power