Contracts Manager - 516333

Contracts Manager

• 516333

Job ID: 516333

Location: CHATTANOOGA, TN

Regular/Temporary:

External

• Posting Description

Contracts Manager

• 516333

Organization: Chief Operating Officer

Department: Power Ops & GPFS Contracts

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Position Mobility: Hybrid

Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.

Posting Open: 3/19/2024

Posting Close: 3/26/2024 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

POSITION PURPOSE:

Successfully manages low to moderately complex Supply Chain contracting activities and the associated relationships to ensure that goods and services are delivered to the customer at the right time, to the right place, and at the right cost amount while optimizing total costs under intermediate supervision. This position will have the responsibility to develop, negotiate, implement, maintain, support, and enhance contractual relationships between Supply Chain internal stakeholders and external suppliers. This position will assist in the implementation of various Supply Chain program/project and/or initiative deliverables to ensure the continued improvement of Supply Chain overall.

JOB DIMENSIONS:

Budget Responsibility

• No direct budgetary responsibilities but will be actively managing a portfolio of suppliers and contracts with contract values more than $1 Million.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Performs the following functions under close direction from the manager and consultation with higher level Contracts Managers:

• Serves as the lead on specific contractual projects (ie. procurement strategies, RFP/solicitations). Participates on and may lead supply chain teams on projects to perform market and TVA usage/cost benefit analyses and to plan, source, negotiate, and contract for goods and services.

• Functions at a high level within supply chain activities and serves as a business advisor to a wide range of internal and external TVA customers; maintains a focus on process optimization and total ownership cost reduction as the primary objectives.

• Drives the development, implementation, and management of supply/demand alternatives and business processes.

• Responsible for fostering relationships with suppliers and customers to encourage diversity, continuous improvements, and product/service offerings to accomplish cost effective supply chain objectives.

• Responsible for identifying the most favorable contracting strategies to meet customer needs. This includes but is not limited to the execution of contracts, maintaining positive relationships (internal/external) with an emphasis on total cost reduction and delivery of quality services.

• Ability to comprehend and implement terms and conditions which include, but is not limited to: complex programmatic issues, laws, TVA policies, procedures, and guidelines, domestic and foreign considerations for all types of product and service supplied. Adheres to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.

• Assist business unit partners as Sourcing liaison in work planning, specification development, and other relevant partner activities.

• Responsible for analysis of business data both internal and external to TVA to support recommendations, actions and decisions. Cost benefit analysis is a core requirement.

• Other temporary assignments to support business needs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• A Bachelor's degree in a business-related field of study, or equivalent related education, training & experience.

Experience

• Demonstrated ability, in an industrial environment, to effectively manage contracts. Proven mastery of supply chain management

and negotiation, process improvement, and financial analysis.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have facilitation skills related to leading in a team environment, the ability to prepare and present effective

presentations and to communicate well both orally and in writing. Must have the ability to provide leadership. Must have knowledge of supply chain

principles and practices, TVA business policies, laws, regulations, executive orders and federal guidelines governing TVA's contracting. Must be able to interpret and apply to

to interpret and apply these requirements to others, both inside and outside of TVA. Must possess current computing skills, the ability to manage

interpersonal relationships the ability to plan and organize variable workloads. Knowledge of the products and services utilized by TVA is essential.

Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TVA values and embraces diversity. We encourage all individuals to apply regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sex, abilities/disabilities, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status and age. We strive to be inclusive of all the people we serve across the Valley.

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA's Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace

All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace. TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

How to Claim Vet Preference

If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.

How to Submit Documentation:

• Upload documents in Step 8 of the application process.

• Email documents to [email protected]

More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected].