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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive experience in US Government procurement, including negotiation, vendor management, and compliance with FAR/DFAR regulations. Proven ability to analyze supplier operations and implement procurement policies while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Highest-signal resume keywords
US Government Procurement ExperienceFAR/DFAR KnowledgeContractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) ComplianceDeltek Costpoint ProficiencyVendor Performance Management
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
NegotiationPurchase Order AdministrationSupplier AnalysisProcurement Policy ImplementationContract Management
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationAnalytical Problem-SolvingSelf-ManagementLeadership SkillsBusiness Acumen
Tools & Technologies
Deltek Costpoint
Certifications & Qualifications
Secret Clearance
Industry Keywords
Federal Government ContractsProcurement ComplianceVendor RelationshipsCross-Functional CollaborationRequest for Proposals
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support Federal Government Prime Contracts
- Source suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships
- Collaborate and coordinate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Serve as liaison for Program Operations to align procurement activities
- Implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws and regulations
- Analyze commercial practices, price trends, manufacturing processes, and material acquisition opportunities
- Participate in preparing requests for proposals and bid packages
- Monitor and select suppliers based on performance and other evaluation factors
- Purchase services, equipment, and supplies
- Analyze supplier operations and negotiate best value consistent with quality, reliability, and schedules
- Complete Purchase Order and procurement file documentation in an approved CPSR environment
- Process purchase requisitions to purchase orders in Deltek Costpoint
- Maintain records of goods and services ordered and received
- Track deliverables and follow up with vendors on delinquent deliveries
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 8+ years of prior relevant experience, or Master’s with 6+ years of prior relevant experience; additional years of relevant experience accepted in lieu of a degree
- 8+ years of experience in US Government procurement
- Excellent knowledge of the FAR/DFAR
- Experience complying with Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSRs) policies and procedures
- Experience procuring materials and goods, including negotiation, purchase order administration, and contractor/vendor performance management
- Strong knowledge of federal procurements and negotiation techniques
- Strong business acumen, management, and leadership skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and work in a high-paced environment supporting multiple stakeholders
- Self-management and awareness
- Effective communication and writing skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of FAR, DFARs, and other agency-specific regulations and policies
- Preferable working knowledge of Deltek Costpoint
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance