Supplier Management Specialist 2 (Procurement Specialist 2)
- Req. Number: IRC144458
- Organization : Acquisition Services Management - Supplier Management (ASM-SM)
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $80,400 - $127,900
- Recruiter Name: Jiron, Sue Antoinette (Antoinette)
- Recruiter Email: sajiron@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
The Acquisition Services Management - Supplier Management organization is seeking a Supplier Management Specialist to support the ongoing performance, development, and success of our supplier network. In this role, you will monitor supplier performance, help maintain strong supplier relationships, and identify opportunities to improve quality, delivery, cost, service, and overall value.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in procurement, supply chain, vendor management, or supplier performance who enjoys working cross-functionally and using data to drive supplier improvements.
The Supplier Management Specialist tasks may include:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Customer Service & Collaboration
Organizational Skills & Critical Thinking
Supply Chain Competencies
Business Systems
Education/Experience
Desired Qualifications:
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Work Environment:
Work Location: The work location for this position is telework and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Telework is defined as working from offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite may be periodically necessary. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
The Acquisition Services Management - Supplier Management organization is seeking a Supplier Management Specialist to support the ongoing performance, development, and success of our supplier network. In this role, you will monitor supplier performance, help maintain strong supplier relationships, and identify opportunities to improve quality, delivery, cost, service, and overall value.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in procurement, supply chain, vendor management, or supplier performance who enjoys working cross-functionally and using data to drive supplier improvements.
The Supplier Management Specialist tasks may include:
- Track, analyze, and report on supplier performance metrics, including quality, safety, delivery, cost, service milestones, and compliance
- Support regular supplier reviews, performance meetings, and business review sessions
- Maintain positive working relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Identify supplier performance gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement
- Work with suppliers and internal teams to develop and monitor performance action plans
- Convey Key Performance Indicator (KPIs) expectations to suppliers
- Assist in evaluating supplier capabilities, performance trends, and long-term partnership potential
- Collaborate with procurement, operations, quality, finance, and other departments to resolve supplier-related issues
- Maintain accurate supplier records, scorecards, reports, and communication logs
- Contribute to supplier development initiatives that improve efficiency, reliability, and value
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Customer Service & Collaboration
- Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Skilled at building trust, resolving conflicts, and delivering accurate, timely information
- Adept at interacting with personnel at all levels to foster collaboration and achieve consensus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Organizational Skills & Critical Thinking
- Demonstrated strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
- Demonstrated success working independently and collaboratively, exercising judgment, creativity, flexibility, and initiative
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience participating in continuous improvement initiatives
Supply Chain Competencies
- Familiarity with supplier performance processes, non-conformance reporting, corrective action processes, and performance management
- Experience tracking supplier KPIs, scorecards, or performance reporting
- Familiarity with contract management, supplier compliance, and continuous improvement practices
- Experience building supplier relationships while also holding suppliers accountable to performance expectations
Business Systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Visio, MicroStrategy, and other project or inventory management tools
Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related degree from an accredited institution and 3 years of directly related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with SAP-based contracting and ERP systems
- Knowledge of Department of Energy or National Nuclear Security Administration requirements
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Work Environment:
Work Location: The work location for this position is telework and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Telework is defined as working from offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite may be periodically necessary. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
- For best consideration, please provide a detailed cover letter and resume explaining how you meet each of the requirements for the role.
- Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
