Procurement Specialist

Title Procurement Specialist

Position Number 41503

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location 2435 Stevens Center

Posted 09/24/2026

Closes 10/01/2026

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup effort. Every day, our teams work to safely remove, treat, and dispose of 56 million gallons of legacy tank waste at the Hanford Site in Richland, Washington.

When you join H2C, you become part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." Guided by our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, we work together with integrity, innovation, and accountability. We empower our workforce, encourage continuous improvement, and celebrate achievements as we make measurable progress toward tank waste cleanup and long term site closure. At H2C, your work has a meaningful impact—today and for future generations.

H2C is seeking a Procurement Specialist for Subcontract Administration. The Subcontract Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring that service acquisitions are executed efficiently, compliantly, and in a manner that protects both the company and the government. The position manages the full lifecycle of subcontract activities.

Specific duties will include but are not limited to the following:

*Develop procurement strategies aligned with company requirements, Department of Energy (DOE) directives, and prime contract flow-downs.

*Prepares and issues Requests for Proposal (RFPs), conducts pre-solicitation planning, and pre-proposal conferences while being the sole point of contact during the solicitation process.

*Performs source selection activities, evaluates supplier proposals, and ensures competition requirements are met to achieve best-value procurement outcomes.

*Negotiates pricing, terms and conditions, subcontract types, and performance milestones with Subcontractor companies to ensure compliance, cost-effectiveness, and risk mitigation.

*Formalizes subcontract awards—including Blanket Agreements, Fixed-Price arrangements, and Cost-Type procurements ensuring all contractual documents accurately reflect negotiated outcomes and required regulatory language.

Administrative oversight, including:

*Monitoring subcontractor performance against commercial requirements including compliance with the terms and conditions, providing participation/support to internal audits, reporting requirements, insurance, invoicing, and certifications.

*Facilitating and documenting regular subcontract progress meetings and coordinating resolution of performance or delivery issues.

*Supporting cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Safety, Accounts Payable, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of subcontract activities.

*Manages subcontract changes, including change notices, change order requests, and amendments related to scope, schedule, funding, or terms.

*Ensures all changes are evaluated for cost/price impact, reasonableness, and regulatory compliance before approval and execution.

*Maintains meticulous contractual documentation to support contractual performance from award to closeout.

*Ensures all subcontract actions adhere to federal regulations—such as the FAR and DOE Acquisition Regulations—through full implementation of internal company policies, guides, and best practices.

*Ensures records management requirements are met, including proper storage of contractual documents in systems such as IDMS.

*Serves as the primary point of contact for subcontractors throughout the subcontract lifecycle.

*Facilitates corrective actions for supplier quality, safety, schedule, or delivery issues.

*Maintains constructive relationships that support successful subcontractor performance and continuous improvement.

*Provides guidance and direction to less experienced procurement personnel.

Other duties may include:

*Typical delegation of Authority Range: $0-250K.

*Identifies, plans, and approves procurement actions. Develops strategies and negotiations consistent with company prime contract requirements, procurement department procedures, and Department of Energy directives.

*Facilitates and records subcontract progress meetings.

*Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Grade 15:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or other related discipline; and

Two (2) years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Grade 16:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or other related discipline; and

Four (4) years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

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.

Grade 17:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or other related discipline; and

Five (5) years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

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

*Knowledgeable in H2C computer programs such as, but not limited to, Asset Suite, Hanford records Management system (IDMS), and Integrated Contractor Assurance System.

*Working knowledge of Federal Acquisitions Regulation (FAR)

*Knowledge of MS Office, Adobe Acrobat software, artificial intelligence opportunities.

*A thorough level of knowledge and understanding of the procurement cycle times for technical and commercial services.

*Nationally recognized certification in the field (NCMA, ISM, etc.).

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and 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 at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $82,000

Hiring Range Maximum: $124,788

H2C 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

Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, 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).

Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.

Some positions may require the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD 12) Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential.

DOE may also direct H2C to implement PIV credentialing requirements for all incoming and current employees at any time. If this occurs, candidates will be required to complete and pass the federal background check investigation tier associated with their position. A favorable federal determination is mandatory for initial and continued employment in any role requiring a PIV credential.

All tiers of federal background investigation include a declaration of prior illegal drug activities (such as use, possession, supply, or manufacture) within a federally defined timeframe. Illegal drug activity includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which remain illegal under federal law regardless of state laws.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.

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, age, sex, and national origin. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

• Family Medical Leave Act

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf)

• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave