Total 7 Senior Executive purchasing procurement inventory job vacancies in edinburgh usa

Our Higher Educaton client based in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced public sector Procurement professional to work within their Estates & Facilities category.

The successful candidate will carry out end-to-end procurement projects for goods, services and works; conduct detailed spend analyses to identify strategic opportunities that will improve value; and to apply best practice supplier relationship and contract management techniques.

The role:

• To plan, project manage and deliver efficient, effective and legally compliant tendering processes for Research Groups, Schools/Colleges or Professional Services teams. Provide added-value services which meet customers' needs, achieve value for money and quality of goods, services and works, analyse and manage risks effectively and ensure probity, and maintain project and contract documentation and management reports
• To engage with senior stakeholders in Schools, Colleges and Professional Service Departments, to agree procurement needs, priorities and resourcing, and deliver major procurement projects on time and on budget. To develop common approaches to market through agreed commodity procurement strategies, which meet the University's Strategy 2030 objectives
• To manage suppliers' performance against contracts and appropriate Key Performance Indicators, and their relationships with our main clients, seeking continuous service improvements, innovation and in-life cost savings. Maintain communications with other suppliers to provide advice on current and future requirements, to develop competition, deliver corporate social responsibility, and process efficiency (e.g. e-commerce), emphasising these benefits to suppliers and customers
• To work closely with Operational Procurement to deliver a first-class procurement service, ensuring the content on the University's Oracle ERP system ('People and Money') and other relevant procurement sites remains accurate, and that procurement processes are streamlined and facilitate compliant procurement
• To analyse expenditure records, seeking opportunities to reduce duplication and inappropriate sourcing; identifying areas for consolidation of business onto fewer and better suppliers; and creating strategic relationships that deliver innovation and true partnership benefits. To work as part of the wider Finance Team to streamline processes across the University in goods, services and works procurement
• To develop, with the Category Head, and provide appropriate web-based, face to face or other format guidance and training to staff in Schools and Departments and externally where appropriate. To disseminate best practice and project governance including whole life costing and project investment / ROI appraisal that delivers true value for money, cash savings and efficient and effective processes

Skills & requirements:

• Public sector Prorcurement experience
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a passion to help shape and develop the service
• Practical experience and sound theoretical knowledge of end-to-end tendering procedures, including use of e-Tendering systems
• A solid grounding of in-life contract and supplier relationship management
• Good computing literacy and numerical analysis skills with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and negotiation skills and commercial judgement

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Key Role:

Identify, manage, escalate, and mitigate supply-based risks throughout the procurement life cycle in support of prime contract requirements, operational goals, and business strategy by effectively partnering with other functional groups such as Legal, Contracts, Compliance, Risk Management, or Finance. Create and issue requests for proposals. Evaluate supplier proposals. Conduct pricing analysis and bill of materials. Negotiate non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, license agreement, terms, and conditions. Create small business subcontracting plans, flowing down appropriate prime contract and agency regulations. Administer subcontracts, modifications, and task orders while ensuring compliance with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements and Booz Allen policies. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required. 

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a procurement specialist, including government contracting
• Experience with negotiating pricing and terms
• Experience with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) audits
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• HS diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with evaluating requirements for hardware or software to support DoD government client contracts
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Create Your Career: 

Grow With Us 
Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms. 

A Place Where You Belong 
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time. 

Support Your Well-Being 
Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home. 

Your Candidate Journey 
At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Key Role:

Identify, manage, escalate, and mitigate supply-based risks throughout the procurement life cycle in support of prime contract requirements, operational goals, and business strategy by effectively partnering with other functional groups such as Legal, Contracts, Compliance, Risk Management, or Finance. Create and issue requests for proposals. Evaluate supplier proposals. Conduct pricing analysis and bill of materials. Negotiate non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, license agreement, terms, and conditions. Create small business subcontracting plans, flowing down appropriate prime contract and agency regulations. Administer subcontracts, modifications, and task orders while ensuring compliance with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements and Booz Allen policies. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required. 

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a procurement specialist, including government contracting

• Experience with negotiating pricing and terms

• Experience with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) audits

• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

• HS diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with evaluating requirements for hardware or software to support DoD government client contracts

• Bachelor's degree

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Key Role:

Research and negotiate major organizational contracts and procurements. Apply advanced consulting and extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction and mentor and supervise team members. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience with procurement in defense contracting
• Experience evaluating requirements for hardware and software procurements in support of a U.S. DoD government Prime Contract, including FAR and DFARS flow-downs, special requirements, and performance work statement
• Experience establishing CPSR compliant procurement files greater than $250,000, including small business subcontracting plans, cost accounting standards, and Truth in Negotiation Act
• Experience evaluating and negotiating terms and conditions to identify and mitigate risk based on purchase order award type, commodity, and anticipated award value
• Experience evaluating statements of work or bill of materials for completeness
• Experience evaluating source justifications to ensure compliance to the procurement award type
• HS diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience evaluating software license agreements to ensure conformance with federal regulation, including GSAM or GSAR
• Experience educating on contract requirements and procurement processes
• Ability to multitask and prioritize based on demand of requirements or workload
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possession of excellent organization, consultative, and problem-solving skills

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Key Role:

Research and negotiate major organizational contracts and procurements. Apply advanced consulting and extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction and mentor and supervise team members. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience with procurement in defense contracting
• Experience evaluating requirements for hardware and software procurements in support of a U.S. DoD government Prime Contract, including FAR and DFARS flow-downs, special requirements, and performance work statement
• Experience establishing CPSR compliant procurement files greater than $250,000, including small business subcontracting plans, cost accounting standards, and Truth in Negotiation Act
• Experience evaluating and negotiating terms and conditions to identify and mitigate risk based on purchase order award type, commodity, and anticipated award value
• Experience evaluating statements of work or bill of materials for completeness
• Experience evaluating source justifications to ensure compliance to the procurement award type
• HS diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience evaluating software license agreements to ensure conformance with federal regulation, including GSAM or GSAR
• Experience educating on contract requirements and procurement processes
• Ability to multitask and prioritize based on demand of requirements or workload
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possession of excellent organization, consultative, and problem-solving skills

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Key Role:

Research and negotiate major organizational contracts and procurements. Apply advanced consulting and extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction and mentor and supervise team members. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience with procurement in defense contracting
• Experience evaluating requirements for hardware and software procurements in support of a U.S. DoD government Prime Contract, including FAR and DFARS flow-downs, special requirements, and performance work statement
• Experience establishing CPSR compliant procurement files greater than $250,000, including small business subcontracting plans, cost accounting standards, and Truth in Negotiation Act
• Experience evaluating and negotiating terms and conditions to identify and mitigate risk based on purchase order award type, commodity, and anticipated award value
• Experience evaluating statements of work or bill of materials for completeness
• Experience evaluating source justifications to ensure compliance to the procurement award type
• HS diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience evaluating software license agreements to ensure conformance with federal regulation, including GSAM or GSAR
• Experience educating on contract requirements and procurement processes
• Ability to multitask and prioritize based on demand of requirements or workload
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possession of excellent organization, consultative, and problem-solving skills 

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Title:

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
• We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
• We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
• We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

Reporting to the Corporate Procurement Lead this role oversees and performs the full range of procurement and administration activities associated with procuring of goods and/or services in support of various corporate functional areas.

The individual works within a small team with minimal supervision to:

• Contribute to the development of contracting strategies and advise internal customers on path to maximize the value of business objectives
• Solve complex problems requiring detailed knowledge of field and industry best practices.
• Support with vendor registration and onboarding. 
• Ensure new or established vendors meet pre-qualification requirements.
• Develop, issue, and manage solicitation documents such as Request for Information (“RFI’s), Request for Quotes (“RFQ’s) and Request for Proposals (“RFP’s”) etc.
• Analyze bid packages to ensure competitive pricing acquired.  Evaluate bids and proposals, perform and document price reasonableness determination and ensure cost, quality and schedule meets business needs.
• Understand and negotiate the relevant market pricing and achieve cost savings
• Employ a full range of contract terms and conditions to protect company from risk and liability.
• Actively negotiate contract terms and conditions and work with internal requisitioners’ to fulfill business needs, and budgetary and compliance requirements.
• Understand and apply audit standards, which include company policies and procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform close outs of contracts, finalize financial records, and complete vendor performance evaluations
• Use experience and problem-solving skills to develop and improve processes.
• Ensure best practices are implemented.
• Maintain Agreement files in accordance with established company policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with executives, functional management, coworkers, and vendor representatives.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proven record in commercial terms negotiation and cost reduction.
• Proactive and self-motivated team player with proven record of collaborating for success.
• Experience with e-procurement tools including SAP/ Deltek Costpoint is preferred.
• A working knowledge of the various types of contracts, including Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price and Time and Material types.
• Experience working with vendors and internal customers around the globe.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook preferred.
• Experience or knowledge of SharePoint Online a plus.
• Experience or knowledge of Nintex Workflows and/or Nintex Forms a plus.

Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR:

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

We Deliver — Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.