Contract / Purchasing Specialist I
This is a contingency position based on award of contract. OCT Consulting is an SBA-certified, 8(a) small business management and technology consulting firm that provides support to Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition / Procurement, and Information Technology.
Responsibilities and Duties :
- Review requirements, prepare sourcing strategy and plan including solicitation criteria, quantities, delivery requirements and industry to be sourced.
- Performs market and industry trend analysis to determine availability of services, supplies, equipment, and products
- Prepares contract solicitations, determines specific contract language, clauses, and best type of contract; evaluates offers and recommends source selections.
- Evaluate proposals for Technical / Price / Total Cost of Ownership to determine best value based on planned and approved selection criteria
- Conducts supplier price and cost analysis to address logistics, pricing, leverage, competitive advantage, and other industry factors related to purchase; performs supplier capability assessment, past performance reviews, customer evaluations.
- Plans and conducts negotiations on price, technical requirements, terms, and conditions of the contract; obtains audits and pricing reports where needed to develop negotiation strategy
- Prepare contract award recommendation memo and awarding contracts / contract modifications
- Drive for Supply Chain Management Savings and documentation
- Contract close out process
- This is a hybrid telework position
Requirements :
Minimum of 5-8 years' of full-spectrum federal contract experienceBachelor's Degree preferredAcquisition certification is preferred (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, Industry Certification (ICCM-D, ICCM-F), NCMA certifications will also be considered)Must have knowledge of contract support that includes :Market Research / Pre-solicitation activitiesContract NegotiationSolicitation Phase activitiesPost Award Contract Administration Phase activitiesCloseout Phase activitiesOther SkillsMS OutlookMS WordMS ExcelMS SharePointMust be able to obtain or retain a Public Trust clearance.The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency checkMust be a US CitizenBenefits :
Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceRetirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer matching contributions.Paid Time OffLife Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefitsTraining BenefitsSALARY : $87,000-$95,000 based on experience, education, etc.About OCT :
OCT Consulting LLC is a certified SBA 8(a), minority owned, small, disadvantaged business providing professional services and Information technology solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations along with a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major federal government agencies. OCT is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. OCT is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.