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Government & Education Contract Specialist (Irving)

Government & Education Contract Specialist (Irving)

Sound ProductionsIrving, TX, United States
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Government & Education Contract Specialist

Location : Irving, TX (On-site)

Job Type : Full-time

Overview

Sound Production (SoundPro), the leader in Pro-AVL distribution and solutions, is seeking a driven, strategic, and highly motivated Government & Education Contract Specialist. This is a highly competitive sales role responsible for driving revenue growth through public sector opportunities. This position serves as the front line in identifying, qualifying, and winning contract bids across Federal, State, and Local government agencies as well as K-12 and higher education institutions.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment and approaches every opportunity with a hunters mindsetconstantly scanning for winnable bids, engaging directly with procurement officials, and crafting winning submissions. This role requires a strong self-starter who takes initiative, pushes for results, and embraces the challenge of winning deals in highly competitive markets.

Key Responsibilities

Opportunity Identification & Qualification

  • Use the companys bid platform to review, track, and evaluate all available opportunities.
  • Exercise strong judgment in determining which solicitations are the right fit for direct bidding.
  • Prioritize bids based on revenue potential, company strengths, and competitive landscape.
  • Craft compelling bid narratives that highlight company differentiators and competitive advantages.
  • Monitor submission deadlines and manage multiple opportunities simultaneously with precision and urgency.

Direct Engagement with Procurement Officials

  • Proactively call and communicate with procurement officers, buyers, and contract managers to gather additional details beyond whats in the solicitation.
  • Ask probing questions to uncover hidden needs, clarify ambiguous requirements, and strengthening proposal positioning.
  • Build credibility and trust with decision-makers to improve award potential.
  • Sales Mindset & Deal Ownership

  • Treat every opportunity as a competitive sales pursuit, driving aggressively toward a win.
  • Demonstrate persistence and creativity in positioning the company as the best solution provider.
  • Own the sales cycle from opportunity identification through award notification.
  • Collaborate with manufacture partners on bid opportunities and deal registrations.
  • Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in sales, business development, or government / education contracting.
  • Proven ability to win deals in highly competitive environments.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort making outbound calls to procurement officials.
  • Highly motivated self-starter with a track record of taking initiative and driving results.
  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills; thrives under pressure with tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of public sector procurement processes (Federal, State, City, K-12, higher education) strongly preferred.
  • Experience with bid management platforms and CRM tools is a plus.
  • Why Choose SoundPro?

    Since 1973, SoundPro has been the trusted source for audio, video, and lighting gear. With over 50 years of excellence, weve built a reputation on quality, expertise, and customer-first service. Our competitive, driven team thrives on innovation and collaboration, and we celebrate every win.

    SoundPro is more than just a place to work, it's an experience. We are powered by people our own and those in our industry. We believe that people come first, are dedicated to serving those around us, and are committed to keeping our industry special, while making a positive impact on our communities. We care about our Team and along with an amazing company culture, we offer Comprehensive Health Plans, PTO and Wellness Time Off, Paid Volunteer Time Off, 401k, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Training and Professional Development, Product Discounts, Casual Dress Code, and a Fun and Funky Culture.

    If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, then come build a better future with us!

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