Contracting Professional 2 - Vendor Coordination

Overview PNNL is seeking an individual to coordinate vendor management activities including new vendor setup, vendor maintenance, and various reporting aspects including accounts payable, tax, foreign and socioeconomic elements. This position reports within the Acquisition Management organization and is part of the Business Services Directorate. Responsibilities Responsible and accountable for vendor management activities including new vendor setup, vendor maintenance, and various reporting aspects including accounts payable, tax, foreign, and socioeconomic. Responsible for Quick Vendor Page and Vendor Management Portal approvals and updates. Provide vendor guidance and training to acquisitions staff regarding specific vendor set up requirements and updates. Responsible and accountable for Vendor Management Portal administration, approvals and updates. Provide vendor guidance and training to acquisitions staff regarding specific vendor profile requirements and updates. Provide monthly and quarterly vendor management reports to management and other stakeholders. Responsible for supporting, identifying and leading, in some cases, process and operational improvements that enable more effective and efficient business operations. Positively interact with a wide variety of PNNL staff and clients of all levels. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 2+ years of relevant work experience -OR- MS/MA or higher Preferred Qualifications: Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access and Excel. Must have strong customer support skills and be independently motivated to solve problems. Must be detail-oriented and have proven analytical skills, paying close attention to the accuracy and completeness of vendor data to prevent fraud and misinformation. Must possess skills and experience to create reports and analyze data. Ability to communicate effectively with contacts at all levels, both internally and externally. Additional Information Not Applicable Testing Designated Position Not Applicable About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected]. Drug Free Workplace PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Beginning 05/01/23, if you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. Mandatory Requirements Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. Rockstar Rewards Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year. * Research Associates excluded. **Once eligibility requirements are met. Click Here For Rockstar Rewards