Procurement Supervisor
Job Description
DescriptionOrganizational Competencies:
Responsible for establishing and promoting a climate conducive to intellectual curiosity, creativity, innovation, collaboration, growth, productivity, and respect for others. Draft personnel requisitions, interview candidates, collaborate on hiring decisions, and ensure that technical knowledge is exchanged within and beyond the section. Implement best practices to ensure compliance with APL policies and federal procurement regulations. Ensure that the section is staffed at the correct level and that staff are aligned appropriately. Work collaboratively across the Department and Lab to foster partnering to maximize the impact to the organization. Facilitate and oversee the implementation of section level operational transformation initiatives.
Staff Development:
Support staff development and coach staff as necessary, including receiving partner feedback throughout the year. Inspire and empower the staff to create a culture that embraces excellence, problem solving, diversity of thought, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Provide resources needed to train and develop the staff to meet current and emerging needs. Communicate often with staff regarding organizational vision and provide continual feedback and coaching support. Identify and develop key talent for future leadership roles.
Operational Competencies:
Ensure the section has the appropriate resources, facilities and tools needed to meet its mission. Promote the highest standards of excellence on every project. Participate in key efforts; identify emerging opportunities and challenges; review and track high-priority tasks; and ensure that staff members are applying best-practices to supported programs. Support ongoing evolution of the group, including the expansion current processes and the implementation of new tools.
Qualifications
- Possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration or related field;
- Have a minimum of 8 years experience in Federal Procurement, Contracting and/or Subcontracting;
- Have a minimum of 5 years of experience leading and/or managing staff with demonstrated ability to exercise appropriate judgement and discretion;
- Can demonstrate the ability to think strategically and lead change all the time working in a practical manner to ensure that change is delivered in a sustainable way;
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills;
- Are highly organized and able to prioritize with demonstrated capability to work in a fast-paced environment; and
- Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship
You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
- Experience with SharePoint, Adobe Portfolio, ServiceNow, Oracle, and/or SpendLogic
- Demonstrated success in leading and managing at APL
Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
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About Us
APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$63,000 Annually
Maximum Rate
$215,900 Annually
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