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Acquisition Services Manager


Job Location:

Carlsbad, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 August 2026 (7 days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

Be part of the nations only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors LLC (SIMCO) managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Acquisition Services Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad New Mexico.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall execution of the Acquisition Services Department on an established Department of Energy (DOE) facility for the Management and Operating (M&O) Contractor. This role includes managing the work efforts of managers supervisors and professionals; staffing performance appraisals pay reviews; making decisions based on project objectives and allocated resources; regular direct interaction with the customer suppliers functional and/or senior management on departmental/project matters; establishing assuring and reporting on adherence to budgets schedules work plans and performance objectives; and risk identification and resolution. This position reports to the Baseline Integration Manager. This position is in Carlsbad New Mexico.


This role is responsible for supervision and administration of the subcontract/supply chain functions and related policies procedures and compliance. The approximately 40 person team includes subcontract specialists buyers expediters subcontract administrators and p-card program administrators.


This role is responsible for strategy and sourcing activities for subcontract acquisitions including Capital Asset Project and minor construction subcontracts; analysis and due diligence in market research and risk assessment working with finance legal and operations teams; negotiation and deal management at the subcontract level for negotiations on terms and pricing to secure favorable outcomes; project and team leadership to manage the end-to-end acquisition process and manage cross functional teams.


Identifies opportunities for revenue enhancement schedule relief and avoidance of unallowable costs and takes appropriate actions to protect SIMCOs interest and/or improve performance. Ensures the monitoring of safety quality cost and performance and that all contractual duties and obligations are met by all parties at the purchase order and subcontract level.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to establish operational objectives and work plans and delegate assignments to subordinates.
  • Communicate on an executive and senior management level and clearly and knowledgeably discuss matters/topics related to Acquisition Services operations.
  • Participate in the development modification and execution of company/project policies and initiatives that affect immediate operations and may also have company/project-wide effects.
  • Utilization of extensive knowledge of Federal procurement regulations including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR) and relevant subject matter expertise.
  • Previous senior level management experience is a must with comparable span of control and budgetary experience. Practical skills in oral and written communication is required.
Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination.

  • Masters degree with thirteen (13) years of relevant experience or
  • Bachelors degree with fifteen (15) years of relevant experience is required.
  • Acquisition Services Management experience on a significant/major project or level.


Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Preferred Requirements
  • Experience in government contracting with/for Department of Energy (DOE) or another Federal Agency with broad spectrum of procurement expertise.
  • CPM CPCM or Core FAC certifications such as APDP Level II or III or DAIWA Level III are desired.
  • Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus previous DOE or M&O experience is preferred.
  • Previous DOE Contract Administration experience preferred.
What We Offer
  • Medical dental and vision insurance:
    • Coverage on date of hire
    • Surgical concierge service
    • EAP services including wellness plans estate planning financial counseling and more
  • Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
  • Relocation assistance*
  • Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
  • Company paid short term disability
  • Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
  • Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
  • Voluntary benefits of:
    • Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
    • Long-term disability program
    • Health and Flexible savings accounts
    • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance


*These benefits vary by position.

Exempt grade level(s) 39-40. Salary range: $175000 to $the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors particularly the candidates relevant experience and education.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the abilityor unable to usethe online application system and need an alternative method for applying you may contact or email for assistance. Upon receipt of this information we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.


Required Experience:

Manager