Assistant Contract Specialist/ Contract Specialist (Level I/II)

NEXCOM•Virginia Beach, VA

About The Position

Performs all cradle to grave procurement duties with assistance or guidance from higher level Contract Specialist as needed. Serves as Contracting Officer within prescribed limitations.

Requirements

A 4-year a bachelors degree in any field OR At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields accounting business finance law contracts purchasing economics industrial management marketing quantitative methods or organization and management
One year of experience that provided an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of procurement business and or contracting program requirements.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all cradle to grave procurement functions in accordance with policy and procedures for pre-solicitation solicitation award post-award actions to include but not limited to the following Acquisition Planning Source Selection Contract Negotiations Contract Administration Performance Deficiencies Changes Terminations Protests Disputes Claims Simplified Acquisition and Micro Purchase.
Responsible for understanding and following all procurement policy and standard operating procedures applicable for NEXCOM procurement. Keeps abreast of legal and regulatory changes.
May assist in the development formulation and implementation of procurement plans policies procedures and standards applicable to worldwide procurement functions. May initiate actions to improve procurement process and accomplish a more rapid economical effective procurement response.
Maintains required records of contracting activities actions.
Presents NEXCOMs position to Contract Review Board and senior procurement personnel regarding recommendations for solicitations awards and terminations.
Prepares formal correspondence to contractors industry associates legal representatives and other governmental agencies.
May assist internal customers with developing evaluation factors and criteria for best value procurements.
Oversees functions of best value technical evaluation committees.
Conducts customer training on various procurement subjects.
Participates in Command Inspections audits special studies and projects to improve methods and techniques for more efficient cost effective buying.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
May supervise subordinate associates. (Japan Office Only)
Trains subordinate associates on department policies and processes. (Japan Office Only)
The incumbent of this position must file a Financial Disclosure Report OGE Form 450 as required.