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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in government contracting sales, including strategic prospecting, relationship management, and compliance with RFP requirements. Proven ability to analyze market trends and lead proposals while achieving sales targets.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Government Contracting SalesProposal ComplianceCRM Software ProficiencyContract NegotiationSales Target Achievement
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Sales StrategiesMarket AnalysisContract ManagementPipeline Growth TrackingRevenue Tracking
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationStrong NegotiationProblem-SolvingRelationship BuildingSelf-Driven
Tools & Technologies
SalesforceMicrosoft Office Suite
Industry Keywords
Government ProcurementFederal SalesState SalesLocal Government SalesCross-Functional Collaboration
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Identify and develop new business opportunities within federal, state, and local government sectors
- Conduct strategic prospecting, cold calling, networking, and market analysis to build a sales pipeline
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with government agency decision-makers and stakeholders
- Serve as the primary client contact and address inquiries, concerns, and service needs
- Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with company goals
- Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and government procurement cycles
- Lead proposals and presentations for government clients
- Ensure proposal compliance with RFP requirements
- Manage the end-to-end sales cycle, including contract negotiation and closing deals
- Ensure contracts comply with company policies, government regulations, and ethical standards
- Track revenue, pipeline growth, and conversion metrics
- Report performance, challenges, and opportunities to the Director of Sales and senior management
- Collaborate with marketing, finance, and operations teams to execute contracts and ensure client satisfaction
- Participate in cross-functional sales effectiveness initiatives
- Monitor government contracting regulations, industry trends, and market dynamics
- Share market insights with the sales team
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in the government contracting space
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage C-level executives
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Proficient in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Highly motivated, self-driven, and results-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Technology or a related field preferred
- 5 years or more of experience in sales or business development within the government contracting industry preferred
- May be required to travel frequently to meet with clients, government officials, and other stakeholders
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Accommodations provided on a case-by-case basis for applicants with disabilities