Senior Acquisition Specialist [2564]

Summary

ResponsibilitiesWe are currently seeking Senior Acquisition Specialist candidates for an upcoming project pending contract award, targeting a September 1 start date. The individual in this role will have a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience supporting all phases of the Federal acquisition lifecycle and demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience in the following areas:Interpreting and applying Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSARConducting acquisition management reviews, assessments, and analyses at the program or agency levelDeveloping procurement request packages and supporting end-to-end acquisition lifecycle activities, including planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeoutMonitoring acquisition performance using metrics such as Procurement Administrative Lead Time (PALT) and recommending process improvementsProviding comprehensive pre-award and post-award acquisition support for a wide range of procurements, including services, supplies, and information technology (IT) requirementsPreparing and reviewing acquisition documentation, including acquisition strategies, Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), source selection plans, and business case analysesSupporting source selection activities, including drafting evaluation documentation and maintaining the integrity of the procurement processProviding contract administration support, including invoice review, post-award conference support, contract file documentation, and related correspondenceAssisting with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request responses and ensuring proper handling of procurement-sensitive informationUtilizing automated acquisition and contract writing systems to track procurement status, funding, milestones, and closeout activitiesCollaborating effectively with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officers Representatives (CORs), program offices, and cross-functional teamsDemonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate issues and recommend proactive solutionsCommunicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with stakeholders at all levelsHiring Timeframe: UpcomingWork Location:This position is onsite 5 days/week in Rockville, MD. Seventh Sense will support your commute by contributing over $1,500 annually to your Transportation FSA.QualificationsExperience supporting NIH Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management (OALM), NIH Institutes, Centers, or OfficesExperience supporting HHS acquisition organizations.Experience with NIH acquisition systems, including PRISM, NBS, IPPS, MERLIN, FPDS-NG (or its successor), and SAM.gov.FAC-C (Professional) or equivalent acquisition certification is preferred.Education RequirementsThe Senior-Level Acquisition Specialist shall possess a bachelors degree or higher from an accredited institution.Substitution: In lieu of a bachelors degree, a minimum of fifteen (15) years of directly relevant federal acquisition experience may be accepted.Salary Range: The proposed salary range for this position is $90K-$105K per year. This range reflects factors such as geographic location, skills, experience, training, certifications, contract-specific affordability, and organizational needs.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

ResponsibilitiesWe are currently seeking Senior Acquisition Specialist candidates for an upcoming project pending contract award, targeting a September 1 start date. The individual in this role will have a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience supporting all phases of the Federal acquisition lifecycle and demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience in the following areas:Interpreting and applying Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSARConducting acquisition management reviews, assessments, and analyses at the program or agency levelDeveloping procurement request packages and supporting end-to-end acquisition lifecycle activities, including planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeoutMonitoring acquisition performance using metrics such as Procurement Administrative Lead Time (PALT) and recommending process improvementsProviding comprehensive pre-award and post-award acquisition support for a wide range of procurements, including services, supplies, and information technology (IT) requirementsPreparing and reviewing acquisition documentation, including acquisition strategies, Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), source selection plans, and business case analysesSupporting source selection activities, including drafting evaluation documentation and maintaining the integrity of the procurement processProviding contract administration support, including invoice review, post-award conference support, contract file documentation, and related correspondenceAssisting with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request responses and ensuring proper handling of procurement-sensitive informationUtilizing automated acquisition and contract writing systems to track procurement status, funding, milestones, and closeout activitiesCollaborating effectively with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officers Representatives (CORs), program offices, and cross-functional teamsDemonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate issues and recommend proactive solutionsCommunicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with stakeholders at all levelsHiring Timeframe: UpcomingWork Location:This position is onsite 5 days/week in Rockville, MD. Seventh Sense will support your commute by contributing over $1,500 annually to your Transportation FSA.QualificationsExperience supporting NIH Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management (OALM), NIH Institutes, Centers, or OfficesExperience supporting HHS acquisition organizations.Experience with NIH acquisition systems, including PRISM, NBS, IPPS, MERLIN, FPDS-NG (or its successor), and SAM.gov.FAC-C (Professional) or equivalent acquisition certification is preferred.Education RequirementsThe Senior-Level Acquisition Specialist shall possess a bachelors degree or higher from an accredited institution.Substitution: In lieu of a bachelors degree, a minimum of fifteen (15) years of directly relevant federal acquisition experience may be accepted.Salary Range: The proposed salary range for this position is $90K-$105K per year. This range reflects factors such as geographic location, skills, experience, training, certifications, contract-specific affordability, and organizational needs.#J-18808-Ljbffr