🚀 ALS-U Procurement Manager

About the Position

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is hiring an *ALS-U Procurement Manager* within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). Reporting to the Procurement Program Manager, this role supports the $590M Department of Energy–funded Advanced Light Source Upgrade (ALS-U) project at Berkeley Lab, which will deliver soft x‑ray beams over 100 times brighter than the existing ALS facility.

This position provides strategic leadership across the ALS-U acquisition portfolio—overseeing planning, sourcing, solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award and post‑award supplier management. The focus is on delivering best‑value outcomes, aligning with project schedules, mitigating risk, and ensuring compliance with Laboratory and sponsor requirements.

The role partners closely with ALS‑U, Project Controls, Engineering, Finance and Technical Representatives to design and improve acquisition processes, tools and reporting, ensuring a smooth, predictable procurement flow that supports project success.

This individual will lead at the portfolio level, manage two experienced Procurement Specialists, resolve procurement issues as needed, and personally handle high‑value, complex acquisitions for the project.

Responsibilities

• Manage a $250M+ acquisition portfolio, overseeing the full lifecycle of 400+ transactions ranging from small to large and complex.
• Lead coordination between Procurement and the ALS-U project under a unified strategy; facilitate procurement stand‑ups, supplier reviews, and timely issue resolution.
• Own and execute the integrated procurement plan for ALS-U, aligning sourcing and award timelines with project baselines and change‑control milestones.
• Partner with Control Account Managers (CAMs) and Technical Representatives to forecast acquisition needs, develop strategies for high‑value and complex procurements, and maintain alignment with the project schedule.
• Track and monitor cost and schedule performance for the acquisition portfolio; develop and maintain supporting project and program processes.
• Provide training on acquisition procedures to ensure project compliance, efficiency and readiness.
• Design and govern acquisition workflows, standard work, templates and SLAs to streamline approvals, reduce cycle time and maintain compliance.
• Bridge the ALS-U project and Procurement teams to ensure timely, cost‑effective and compliant acquisitions aligned with project goals.
• Support negotiation, subcontract management and execution of the ALS-U acquisition strategy; ensure seamless execution across the procurement lifecycle.
• Identify and address vendor performance issues in collaboration with technical staff, Procurement, Business Assurance and Legal as needed.
• Supervise Procurement Specialists, ensuring compliance with Procurement policies; oversee performance evaluations, career development and disciplinary actions.
• Contribute to major project reviews by reporting on acquisition strategy, vendor performance and Procurement support.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Extensive experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and DOE Acquisition Regulations (DEAR).
• Proven ability to set priorities and make informed decisions that align with both program and scientific project goals.
• Demonstrated expertise in procurement, including acquisition strategy, price/cost analysis, contract negotiation, administration and termination.
• Managed complex RFI/RFP processes for multi‑million‑dollar, highly technical procurements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to independently prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills; able to assess complex issues and influence outcomes through practical solutions.
• Strong knowledge of various contract types and acquisition procedures within the U.S. Government and contractor frameworks.
• Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of project and program management practices; familiarity with DOE Order 413.3B is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross‑functional teams, with the ability to influence technical stakeholders from a procurement perspective.
• Skilled in interpreting and applying regulations and business practices to make sound, independent decisions.
• Experienced in project planning, scheduling, program control and mentoring or supervising 2–3 procurement professionals.
• Proficient in PeopleSoft or other e‑procurement systems, Google Workspace and Microsoft Office (especially Google Sheets or Excel).

Additional Information

• Application deadline: Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by Dec. 1, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the posting is removed.
• Appointment type: Full‑time, 2‑year term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to a career appointment based on performance, fund availability and operational needs.
• Salary range: $154,213 to $179,915, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Background check: Subject to a background check. Convictions will be evaluated for relevance; a conviction history does not automatically disqualify an applicant.
• Work modality: Hybrid, telework or remote work schedule. Intermittent on‑site work at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA) may be required. A REAL ID or other acceptable identification is required for site access.
• Financial disclosure requirement: The successful candidate must file financial interest statements upon assuming this position, annually while holding this position and when leaving this position.
• Export control: Position involves access to hardware, commodities and technical information subject to EAR and/or ITAR regulations. Hiring may depend on federal authorization for non‑U.S. citizens, green card holders, asylees, refugees or other qualifying individuals.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The foundation of Berkeley Lab is our Stewardship Values: Team Science, Service, Trust, Innovation, and Respect; and we strive to build community with shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We heartily welcome applications from all who could contribute to the Lab’s mission of leading scientific discovery, excellence, and professionalism. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under State and Federal law.

Berkeley Lab is a University of California employer. The University of California undertakes affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a federal and state contractor.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose any administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that indicate misconduct or ongoing investigations, or any prior investigations or appeals.

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