Procurement Operations Lead

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager, Procurement Operations and Compliance, the Procurement Operations Lead will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction of operational efficiency of Battelle’s Procurement Team. This position will focus on leading process improvements, implementing procurement tools and analyzing industry trends in procurement execution to ensure that the organization’s procurement processes and tools are efficient and compliant. This role requires a blend of procurement process expertise as well as program management acumen to lead complex projects requiring cross functional support.

This position is hybrid and is located near one of our offices in Chantilly, or Crystal City, VA or Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

Lead Procurement Initiatives

Serve as the program manager for all procurement-related initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and aligned with the business objectives.

Work closely with procurement team members and members of other functions to ensure successful execution by leveraging collaboration skills to guide, motivate and align teams towards common objectives without direct supervisory authority.

Develop detailed project plans to include clear timelines, deliverables, and resources needed to effectively manage each initiative.

Establish and maintain regular reporting mechanisms to track the progress of procurement initiatives, including updates on key milestones, risks and status.

Identify, assess, and track risks associated with the initiatives, ensuring proactive mitigation, avoidance or contingency strategies are implemented.

Ensure Initiatives are evaluated post-completion to identify lessons learned, best practices, and opportunities for improvement.

Foster a collaborative learning environment, encouraging the professional growth and development of others involved in procurement projects.

Metrics and Reporting

Collaborate on methods for collecting meaningful and accurate KPIs to demonstrate the procurement team’s operational success as well as areas for improvement.

Work with the Manager of Procurement Operations and Compliance to evaluate future areas of improvement for possible process changes / initiatives.

Key Qualifications

Bachelors degree; minimum of 4 years managing projects, with at least two years of procurement experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a relevant field.

A PMP certificate and 2 years of managing projects is a reasonable substitute for the 5 years project management requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree; minimum of 4 years managing projects, with at least two years of procurement experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a relevant field. A PMP certificate and 2 years of managing projects is a reasonable substitute for the 5 years project management requirement.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

Flexible work arrangements : You have options for where you work and when you work.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment

Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelles Legal Department.

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