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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Expertise in government contracting, including negotiation, compliance with FAR and DFARS, and contract administration. Proven ability to develop strategic proposals and maintain effective relationships with government officials and internal teams.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Government Contracting ExperienceNegotiation Strategy DevelopmentFAR and DFARS KnowledgeContract AdministrationBachelor's Degree with 12+ Years Experience
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Contract PreparationProposal DevelopmentRisk MitigationContractual Documentation AnalysisCompliance Management
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationAnalytical Problem-SolvingMulti-TaskingTime ManagementRelationship Building
Certifications & Qualifications
SECRET ClearanceTS Clearance
Industry Keywords
Department of DefenseGeneral Services AdministrationFederal Acquisition RegulationDefense Federal Acquisition Regulation SupplementContractual Terms Compliance
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesTypeScript
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide contractual support to a fast-paced team managing the company’s largest program
- Review complex solicitations and prepare specialized and/or non-routine responses for proposals, bids, and contract modifications
- Guide project teams in developing compliant business proposals addressing RFP requirements, pricing strategies, risk mitigation, company policies, and government regulations
- Apply knowledge of DoD, Joint programs, and GSA and conduct research to negotiate favorable terms and conditions
- Develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiation teams on contractual issues
- Build relationships with government contracting officials and program and functional team members
- Translate strategic and operational goals into effective contracting practices
- Provide contractual guidance to business team members
- Coordinate agreements and contract/legal documents with finance, accounting, tax, legal, and other corporate functions
- Serve as focal point for communications regarding contract issues and disputes
- Ensure contracts and subcontracts comply with regulations and company policy
- Maintain contract documentation proactively according to company policy and procedures
- Assist the Subcontracts team in developing subcontracts supporting the program
- Identify risks and contractual terms that do not conform to company policy
- Assist in training and developing junior contracts and subcontracts personnel
- Keep program teams and management informed of contract activities and negotiation issues
- Perform other appropriate responsibilities associated with the position
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's with 12+ years (or commensurate experience)
- Experience in government contracting and related functions, with emphasis on acquisitions, contract administration, negotiation, and performance management
- Experience administering government contracts issued by Department of Defense agencies and General Services Administration (GSA)
- Experience preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating contractual documentation and instruments
- Experience communicating and interfacing with government contracting office personnel regarding contract administration
- Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Strong written and verbal business communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective internal and external relationships
- Comfortable working with executives and representing functional plans and priorities to senior leaders
- SECRET or TS clearance preferred