Contracts Manager, Supply Chain Senior - 517432

External - Posting Description

Contracts Manager, Supply Chain Senior - 517432

Organization: Chief Operating Officer

Department: Nuclear Contracts

Work Location Requirements: This is a Hybrid position based at Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant in Decatur, AL.

Relocation: Relocation is not offered for this position.

Posting Open: 04/07/2025

Posting Close: 04/11/2025 at 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Position Purpose

Successfully manage moderate to highly 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 minimal supervision. Functions as an engaged and contributing resource in support of Sourcing process improvements. 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 execute and support Supply Chain and TVA policies and procedures to ensure effective compliance throughout the enterprise. This position will be responsible for the implementation of various Supply Chain program/project and/or initiative deliverables to ensure the continued improvement of Supply Chain overall.

Job Dimensions

Supervisory Responsibility - Technical direction and guidance for lower-level positions/serves as lead for contract execution

Budget Responsibility - Responsible for the management of a portfolio of suppliers and contracts with contract values in excess of $100 million

Principal Accountabilities

Serves as a senior leader on specific contractual projects (i.e. 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.

Leads Category Management sourcing initiatives as necessary to drive strategic sourcing improvements efforts.

Leads risk mitigation efforts to secure favorable contractual agreements for the company.

Functions at a higher level than the non-senior Contracts Manager role within supply chain activities and serves as a business adviser to a wide range of internal and external TVA customers; maintain 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.

Partner with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure accountability and improve supplier performance. Leverage Supplier Diversity opportunities through intentional inclusion and spend focus of small, local, and diverse companies.

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 & foreign considerations for all types of product and service supplied. Adheres to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.

Enhance relationships with business partners to better understand their key operational activities, decision making processes, gaps, drivers, and potential areas of influence to contribute to their goals more effectively.

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

Provide mentoring to facilitate knowledge transfer and guidance to non-senior Contract Managers and general mentorship to other roles as needed.

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. MBA or similar degree is also desirable.

Experience – At least eight years experience desirable or demonstrated capabilities in an industrial environment involving supply chain

management and negotiation, process improvement and financial analysis.

Certification/License, etc — CPM, CPSM, PMP, Lean Six Sigma or other related certifications preferred.

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 in-depth 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 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.

Working Conditions

Telework may be performed from within the TVA Work Area. Employees are responsible for meeting the established reporting requirements of their business unit or position, which may vary based on business needs. Employees will not receive travel reimbursement from the virtual work location to their TVA official work location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

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] .