Government Contracting Specialist

Fabrication Enterprises Inc•Elmsford, NY

About The Position

The Government Contracting Specialist has various responsibilities within our organization, encompassing both daily customer interactions and ongoing work with a government-appointed contracting officer. This role combines aspects of Sales, Customer Service, and Project Management, offering an opportunity to learn the business comprehensively from the ground up by engaging with multiple facets of the industry.

Requirements

Proactive, detail-oriented, and organized.
Capable of working independently and managing multiple projects.
Self-motivated, positive attitude, and enthusiastic approach to work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Team player with a focus on team success and support for colleagues.
Proficiency in Outlook and Excel.
Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field required.

Responsibilities

In-depth Pricing Analysis.
Expanding and maintaining Government contracts.
Point of contact for FSS, ECAT, MSPV, DAPA, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), Consignment Agreements, and other government and direct contracts.
Ensuring compliance with all government regulations and updating information where necessary.
Ensure all government pricing data is properly archived and maintained in order to comply with all Federal guidelines and audit requirements.
Review and select Government sales opportunities and/or solicitations based off capability, competition, history, and expertise.
Analyze requests for information (RFIs), requests for proposal (RFPs), and requests for quotation (RFQs).
Monitor upcoming government requirements in systems, such as SAM.gov, DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), and other governmental systems.
Assist Government accounts with inquiries related to orders, shipments, pricing, and product availability.
Collaborate with logistics and other departments to ensure smooth delivery.
Monitor shipment status and provide timely updates to customers.
Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues in coordination with the team.
Identify areas for improvement in processes and customer satisfaction.
Analyze and determine cross-selling and up-selling opportunities to enhance customer value and increase revenue.
Communicate effectively with team members.
Participate in training sessions provided by experienced colleagues.