Los Alamos National Security LLC
Vendor Liaison Specialist (Procurement) 3/4
Los Alamos National Security LLC, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 or Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities outlined below will be assigned if hired at the higher level. Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 ($94,500 - $154,600) The Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 provides technical and administrative procurement support for complex contractual packages supporting Laboratory programs. This role works closely with technical staff to develop procurement documentation including statements of work, sole source justifications, Buy American justifications, and technical evaluations. The position supports the requester side of the procurement process, ensures compliance with Department of Energy and Laboratory requirements, and serves as a key liaison between technical requesters, subcontractors, Acquisition Services Management, and Program Offices. Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 ($114,700 - $191,200) In addition to the responsibilities at the lower level, the Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 provides senior-level oversight of complex contracts and procurement programs. This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert in procurement and quality requirements, advises management on contract problem resolution, leads procurement strategy for high-risk or high-visibility efforts, and mentors assigned staff. The position acts as a primary point of contact for audits, reviews, and assessments and ensures contract performance aligns with cost, schedule, safety, security, quality, and environmental requirements.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: Procurement Expertise Experience managing complex procurement actions, including bid planning, solicitation development, proposal evaluations, negotiations, and purchase request development. Ability to interpret technical specifications, support high-volume purchasing activities, and work within regulated or nuclear environments. Experience applying quality standards—such as NQA-1—and utilizing enterprise procurement, supply chain, and material tracking systems to resolve complex procurement issues. Customer Service Ability to serve as a primary liaison between technical requesters, subcontractors, engineers, and business organizations to ensure timely and accurate procurement execution. Experience delivering high-quality customer service in fast-paced, shifting-priority environments and working effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Communication Skills Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, present information, provide recommendations, and brief technical staff and management. Ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels, including executive leadership, and participate in integrated project or status meetings. Organizational Skills Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately. Experience maintaining procurement documentation, tracking materials through award and delivery, and contributing to process improvement initiatives.
Additional Job Requirements for Vendor Liaison Specialist 4
In addition to the requirements above, qualifications at the higher level require: Experience serving as a Subject Matter Expert in procurement and contract compliance Experience mentoring, training, or providing technical oversight to other procurement staff Experience advising management on contract strategy, risk, and problem resolution Experience acting as a primary point of contact for audits, assessments, or reviews
Education/Experience
Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 12 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications: Experience supporting weapons-related or production agency procurements Experience purchasing materials in nuclear or highly regulated environments Familiarity with DOE regulations, LANL procurement systems, and PA-MAP-01011 Experience managing high-volume procurements for multiple customers Active DOE Q clearance or the ability to obtain one
Work Location and Schedule
Work Location:
Onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management. Work Schedule:
9/80 or 5/40 work schedule.
Other Details
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, certain citizens are prohibited from accessing facilities that support LANL's mission. See posting for details.
Position commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position to be eligible to apply for posted jobs. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Applicants are required to submit a current résumé and cover letter. The cover letter should clearly address how the applicant meets the Minimum Job Requirements and, if applicable, the Desired Qualifications. Highlight relevant experience coordinating across technical and business organizations.
Equal Opportunity and Compliance
Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories, and the Laboratory is committed to workplace accessibility. For accommodations, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
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This position will be filled at either the Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 or Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities outlined below will be assigned if hired at the higher level. Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 ($94,500 - $154,600) The Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 provides technical and administrative procurement support for complex contractual packages supporting Laboratory programs. This role works closely with technical staff to develop procurement documentation including statements of work, sole source justifications, Buy American justifications, and technical evaluations. The position supports the requester side of the procurement process, ensures compliance with Department of Energy and Laboratory requirements, and serves as a key liaison between technical requesters, subcontractors, Acquisition Services Management, and Program Offices. Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 ($114,700 - $191,200) In addition to the responsibilities at the lower level, the Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 provides senior-level oversight of complex contracts and procurement programs. This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert in procurement and quality requirements, advises management on contract problem resolution, leads procurement strategy for high-risk or high-visibility efforts, and mentors assigned staff. The position acts as a primary point of contact for audits, reviews, and assessments and ensures contract performance aligns with cost, schedule, safety, security, quality, and environmental requirements.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: Procurement Expertise Experience managing complex procurement actions, including bid planning, solicitation development, proposal evaluations, negotiations, and purchase request development. Ability to interpret technical specifications, support high-volume purchasing activities, and work within regulated or nuclear environments. Experience applying quality standards—such as NQA-1—and utilizing enterprise procurement, supply chain, and material tracking systems to resolve complex procurement issues. Customer Service Ability to serve as a primary liaison between technical requesters, subcontractors, engineers, and business organizations to ensure timely and accurate procurement execution. Experience delivering high-quality customer service in fast-paced, shifting-priority environments and working effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Communication Skills Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, present information, provide recommendations, and brief technical staff and management. Ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels, including executive leadership, and participate in integrated project or status meetings. Organizational Skills Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately. Experience maintaining procurement documentation, tracking materials through award and delivery, and contributing to process improvement initiatives.
Additional Job Requirements for Vendor Liaison Specialist 4
In addition to the requirements above, qualifications at the higher level require: Experience serving as a Subject Matter Expert in procurement and contract compliance Experience mentoring, training, or providing technical oversight to other procurement staff Experience advising management on contract strategy, risk, and problem resolution Experience acting as a primary point of contact for audits, assessments, or reviews
Education/Experience
Vendor Liaison Specialist 3 : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Vendor Liaison Specialist 4 : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 12 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications: Experience supporting weapons-related or production agency procurements Experience purchasing materials in nuclear or highly regulated environments Familiarity with DOE regulations, LANL procurement systems, and PA-MAP-01011 Experience managing high-volume procurements for multiple customers Active DOE Q clearance or the ability to obtain one
Work Location and Schedule
Work Location:
Onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management. Work Schedule:
9/80 or 5/40 work schedule.
Other Details
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, certain citizens are prohibited from accessing facilities that support LANL's mission. See posting for details.
Position commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position to be eligible to apply for posted jobs. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Applicants are required to submit a current résumé and cover letter. The cover letter should clearly address how the applicant meets the Minimum Job Requirements and, if applicable, the Desired Qualifications. Highlight relevant experience coordinating across technical and business organizations.
Equal Opportunity and Compliance
Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories, and the Laboratory is committed to workplace accessibility. For accommodations, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
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