Senior Small Business Specialist (Senior Procurement Agent)

M.C. Dean, Inc•Tysons, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

M.C. Dean is hiring an experienced supply chain professional to support small business initiatives in a fast-paced government contracting environment. The role supports proposal and business-development activities by developing and reviewing small business participation and subcontracting plans, identifying qualified small businesses, and helping ensure compliance with RFP requirements. The specialist serves as a focal point for small businesses seeking to engage with the supply chain, responds to inquiries, connects suppliers with active programs, and participates in outreach focused on supply chain gaps. The role also collaborates with Procurement on supplier NAICS code assignments and compliance, supports small business reporting and audits, and contributes to CPAR evaluation responses. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and the ability to present small business information to executive leadership. The role is expected to be in the office full time five days a week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in government contracting (GOVCON) supply chain, small business, or contracts.
Ability to work in the office full time five days a week.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Fluency with SAM.gov and other small business databases and tools.
Ability to leverage AI, Power BI, and other business tools.

Nice To Haves

ASDP Certification.
ISM or NCMA membership.

Responsibilities

Develop small business participation and strategy plans for proposal submissions.
Draft small business subcontracting plans and review supplier small business subcontracting plans.
Identify and vet small businesses in accordance with project requirements.
Participate in proposal meetings and color reviews.
Lead strategy sessions to ensure compliance with RFP small business requirements.
Respond promptly to small business inquiries and direct inquiries to active programs to support supply chain requirements.
Participate in small business outreach activities focused on supply chain gaps.
Host meetings with suppliers and program representatives when appropriate.
Work with Procurement to ensure the correct NAICS code is assigned in supplier solicitations and review supplier NAICS code compliance.
Support semi-annual small business reporting (ISR/SSR).
Participate in DCMA and SBA Small Business Audits.
Provide responses to CPAR evaluations related to small business.
Accept special project assignments with other functional areas.
Prepare and present small business information relevant to executive leadership.