Title Buyer Technical Representative Position Number 39685 Company WA River Protection Solutions City/State Richland, WA Location 2435 Stevens Center Place Posted 12/12/2024 Closes 01/02/2025 Regular/Temporary Regular Full/Part-Time Full-Time Job Responsibilities/Duties Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) manages one of the most challenging radioactive waste cleanup projects in the country. Our focus is reducing the environmental risk posed by 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste stored in 177 underground tanks on the Hanford Site located in Richland, WA. Join us today and be a part of history! WRPS is looking for a Buyers Technical Representative (BTR) in the Procurement Integration department. This individual will comply with WRPS policies and procedures and ensure the Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) principles are incorporated into the organization's activities. Using discretion and independent judgment, the BTR will serve as the liaison between the subcontractor, Procurement, and members of the Project Team (e.g., Engineering, Quality Control, Health and Safety) and other organizations to perform assigned duties and responsibilities. Duties may include: * Develop and approve contract requisitions and Contract Change Requests. Perform subcontract management oversight with both the Procurement Specialist and the Project Team. * Investigates and resolves concerns that may arise between Procurement Specialists, subcontractors, and the Project Team. * Interfaces with the subcontractor and Finance/Accounting to resolve invoice questions and/or submittal verification. * Monitors the technical progress of the subcontract and reviews funding to ensure funding limitations or period of performance are not exceeded. * Support negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors. Interact with the subcontractor and WRPS to support day-to-day technical matters after contract award. * Performs invoice reviews to assure pay requests are in accordance with technical and contract requirements. Ensure technical reviews are complete and sufficient backup documentation is attached to support payment of invoices from subcontractors. * Participate in procurement planning discussions relating to acquisition strategy development activities. Supports and monitors procurement reporting systems to meet project requirements. * Other duties as assigned The successful candidate will have experience developing statements of work to meet project requirements. Sound writing skills are important for the successful candidate. Please Note: This position is being advertised under the current Tank Operations Contractor, Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS). However, now that transition activities have begun a candidate selected for employment may be hired under the incoming contractor, Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) contract. Further details will be provided during the hiring process. Required Qualifications Grade 14: * Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in related field and 2 years' relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. * Successfully completes the BTR Qualification within sixty (60) days of hire and maintains qualification accordingly. Grade 15: * Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in related field and 3-4 years' relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. * Successfully completes the BTR Qualification within sixty (60) days of hire and maintains qualification accordingly. * Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased. Desired Qualifications * Experience using MS Excel to include pivot table development, table filters and other data manipulation and formats. * Familiarity with use and direction provided in policies and procedures relating to procurement and subcontract management methods and techniques. * Experience in using WRPS computer programs such as, but not limited to, Asset Suite, IDMS, iCAS, TFCLTR and SmartPlant Foundation. Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, you can expect the following: * A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply). * Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required). * Many positions (non-bargaining) allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply). Compensation & Benefits Hiring Range Minimum: $71,200 Hiring Range Maximum: $98,813 WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration. Relocation Funding Provided Yes U.S. Citizenship Required Yes Clearance Required No Job Classification Exempt Shift Work Required No This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. 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