Scoville, Idaho, United States
12 hours ago
Procurement Administrative Assistant
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Our Nuclear Projects group is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy, we deliver safe and innovative solutions at complex nuclear cleanup and production sites. Our services include program management, decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste and nuclear material management, nuclear operations, consulting, and engineering, and construction. 

We are looking to hire a team oriented Procurement Administrative Assistant Professional who isn’t afraid to tackle challenging activities and who desires an active learning environment. The candidate will be responsible for a variety of actions in accordance with Amentum’s company procurement policies. 

The candidate must act professionally and be able to work independently on assignments using judgment and creativity to solve problems while providing recommendations to management on possible solutions. The individual must have sound organizational skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. This is a great opportunity for a candidate to be part of a team of Contracts and Procurement Professionals who are driven to provide exceptional service to both our internal and government clients. The work location is in the Idaho Falls, ID area, and some work may be performed at the SFHP Amentum construction site in Scoville, ID. 

Responsibilities will include\:

Performs essential duties & responsibilities in a variety of administrative tasks in support of both Procurement and the project

o   Maintain and update multiple calendars

o   Schedule meetings/use of conference rooms in coordination with other administrators

o   Prepare communications such as memos, emails, reports, and other correspondence

o   Ability to take meeting minutes, document, and distribute

o   Take inventory and stock office supplies

o   Prepare and obtain authorization for purchase requisitions

o   Receive and document incoming mail and packages

·       Review documents for accuracy and completeness. Ensure documents meet standards for production and distribution

·       Gather, compile, track, and report on information relevant to project assignments, which may be from multiple sources

·       Compile and generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, and graphs using Microsoft Office Suite

·       May design processes/procedures to enhance workflow for Project Controls/Procurement departments

·       This position will also support the project Buyer, processing and completing simple to complex purchase requests, seeking prices from available vendors that meet cost and quality guidelines, placing orders, verifying receipt of purchase, and cradle-to-grave purchase responsibility

·       Maintains detailed documentation to complete Subcontract/P.O. contract file administration

Maintains communication with suppliers during the course of procurements in order to ensure timely delivery and payment while maintaining compliance with the requirements of the procurement documents Establishes relationships with new suppliers and develops new supply sources Analyzes bids for specification compliance, prices, delivery commitments and past performance May have to communicate with the Purchase Requester as necessary Recommend possible process improvements that would provide consistency and efficiency to the role

·       Collaborates with others and/or works within cross-functional teams to address challenges, institute lessons learned, and achieve the objectives of the Project

·       Works with a high degree of independence. Assignments are prioritized and may rapidly change depending on deliverables. Considerable latitude and judgment are exercised to meet procurement, program, and company deadlines

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Our Nuclear Projects group is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy, we deliver safe and innovative solutions at complex nuclear cleanup and production sites. Our services include program management, decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste and nuclear material management, nuclear operations, consulting, and engineering, and construction. 

We are looking to hire a team oriented Procurement Administrative Assistant Professional who isn’t afraid to tackle challenging activities and who desires an active learning environment. The candidate will be responsible for a variety of actions in accordance with Amentum’s company procurement policies. 

The candidate must act professionally and be able to work independently on assignments using judgment and creativity to solve problems while providing recommendations to management on possible solutions. The individual must have sound organizational skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. This is a great opportunity for a candidate to be part of a team of Contracts and Procurement Professionals who are driven to provide exceptional service to both our internal and government clients. The work location is in the Idaho Falls, ID area, and some work may be performed at the SFHP Amentum construction site in Scoville, ID. 

Responsibilities will include\:

Performs essential duties & responsibilities in a variety of administrative tasks in support of both Procurement and the project

o   Maintain and update multiple calendars

o   Schedule meetings/use of conference rooms in coordination with other administrators

o   Prepare communications such as memos, emails, reports, and other correspondence

o   Ability to take meeting minutes, document, and distribute

o   Take inventory and stock office supplies

o   Prepare and obtain authorization for purchase requisitions

o   Receive and document incoming mail and packages

·       Review documents for accuracy and completeness. Ensure documents meet standards for production and distribution

·       Gather, compile, track, and report on information relevant to project assignments, which may be from multiple sources

·       Compile and generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, and graphs using Microsoft Office Suite

·       May design processes/procedures to enhance workflow for Project Controls/Procurement departments

·       This position will also support the project Buyer, processing and completing simple to complex purchase requests, seeking prices from available vendors that meet cost and quality guidelines, placing orders, verifying receipt of purchase, and cradle-to-grave purchase responsibility

·       Maintains detailed documentation to complete Subcontract/P.O. contract file administration

Maintains communication with suppliers during the course of procurements in order to ensure timely delivery and payment while maintaining compliance with the requirements of the procurement documents Establishes relationships with new suppliers and develops new supply sources Analyzes bids for specification compliance, prices, delivery commitments and past performance May have to communicate with the Purchase Requester as necessary Recommend possible process improvements that would provide consistency and efficiency to the role

·       Collaborates with others and/or works within cross-functional teams to address challenges, institute lessons learned, and achieve the objectives of the Project

·       Works with a high degree of independence. Assignments are prioritized and may rapidly change depending on deliverables. Considerable latitude and judgment are exercised to meet procurement, program, and company deadlines

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Minimum Requirements\:

High School diploma or equivalent required  USA Citizenship  3 or more years of experience  Prior administrative support  Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and client information Experience in multi-tasking within a fast-paced office environment Proven attention to detail  Demonstrated professional oral and written communication skills required. Above-average writing skills need to be logical and succinct. Computer literate and document creation/production of PDFs and Microsoft Office products (i.e., minimum skills required working in Excel, WORD, and email) Ability to work onsite at the INL daily as needed is required

Preferred Requirements\:

Experience with government purchases, i.e., DOE or DOD Experience using financial reporting software such as PeopleSoft, a product by Oracle Exposure to government property administration

Essential Functions\: Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to heights. There may be occasional travel out of the state. At Amentum, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of Beyond Zero workplace injuries, we believe that you’ll find a flourishing career here at Amentum. Project Information\: The work location for this position is approximately 55 miles from Idaho Falls on the Idaho National Laboratory  #cjpost #npcjobs

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Minimum Requirements\:

High School diploma or equivalent required  USA Citizenship  3 or more years of experience  Prior administrative support  Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and client information Experience in multi-tasking within a fast-paced office environment Proven attention to detail  Demonstrated professional oral and written communication skills required. Above-average writing skills need to be logical and succinct. Computer literate and document creation/production of PDFs and Microsoft Office products (i.e., minimum skills required working in Excel, WORD, and email) Ability to work onsite at the INL daily as needed is required

Preferred Requirements\:

Experience with government purchases, i.e., DOE or DOD Experience using financial reporting software such as PeopleSoft, a product by Oracle Exposure to government property administration

Essential Functions\: Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to heights. There may be occasional travel out of the state. At Amentum, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of Beyond Zero workplace injuries, we believe that you’ll find a flourishing career here at Amentum. Project Information\: The work location for this position is approximately 55 miles from Idaho Falls on the Idaho National Laboratory  #cjpost #npcjobs

*Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans  and Labor Laws Posters.
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