HukariAscendent is a Woman-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.
We are looking for a Procurement SME(Subject Matter Expert): Glovebox Planning, Acquisition, Manufacturing & Delivery with the following qualifications:

Must be US Citizen

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Procurement SME (Subject Matter Expert) will be expected to perform Supply Chain Management functions at a top professional level. The successful candidate will be able to manage and plan with the following functional areas: Acquisition Services and Inventory, Site Construction Material Schedules, Supplier Manufacturing, Warehouse Operations, Technical Services and Project Management.

The role of the SME is to ensure Glovebox manufacturing at optimum capacity to achieve excellent customer service at the Savannah River Site.
The Procurement Engineer is responsible for:
• Taking actions to ensure safety, security, and disciplined execution of Glovebox work are top priorities. Obtain safety training, make safety an integral part of work.
• Managing work in a manner that helps to drive quality (compliance/standardization), speed (cycle time), and efficiency (process improvements) to ensure all Gloveboxes are delivered on-time meeting all requirements.
• Ensuring Glovebox excellence, deliver results (be accountable to customers/meet objectives and targets), energize and recognize teams (build strong talent/recognize outstanding efforts), and build relationships (communicate transparently/provide excellent customer service).
• Actively participate in SCM’s processes to ensure all Glovebox stakeholders are engaged and provide needed data for Glovebox manufacturing success.
• Identify and implement Glovebox Value Stream continuous improvements.
• Performing cross functional senior program level coordination to help facilitate effective Glovebox operations. This coordination may include warehouse, property, purchasing, quality, Glovebox manufacturers, etc. The SCM Procurement Engineer will have periodic management oversight of assigned projects for each Glovebox type. This person will provide overall Glovebox leadership to ensure company goals are met.
• Obtain/Maintain proficiency on company designated systems/applications for managing Glovebox work.
• Provide feedback to SCM managers in quarterly Glovebox performance reviews and/or as needed to ensure issues are addressed timely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
Bachelor’s/master’s degree in SCM, Engineering, Quality, Project Management, or related field or in lieu of education, 10-15 years’ experience in related field.

Master’s Degree in SCM, Engineering, Quality, Project Management, or related field, Preferred.

Experience:
Experience with computers and software to support Glovebox duties: Word, Excel, Power Point, and other software and tools as needed to ensure Gloveboxes are purchased, manufactured, and delivered on-time. Ability to analyze complex operations, identify solutions and implement/track projects to successful closure including good organizational skills.

OTHER DUTIES:

Work Hours:
A 40-hour work week is scheduled. SRNS utilizes various work schedules; including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80s (9 hours/day, five days on week A and 4 days on week B). Workweek excludes SRNS holidays. SRNS Management will determine best schedule depending on work needs. Each workday has an unpaid 30-minute lunch break. Work hours in excess of forty hours a week may be required, as authorized by SRNS management.

Area Security Access:
Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance. After award, the selected uncleared candidate, may be required to apply for a DOE clearance.

Estimated duration: 12 Months (2000 hours S/T and 600 hours O/T per year)

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at www.hukari.com.
HukariAscendent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.