Acquisition Specialist - Linthicum Heights, MD; Must have an ac

Synertex is looking to hire a Acquisition Specialist in support of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency's Training Directorate in Linthicum Heights, MD.   This position is 5 days a week on-site.


Benefits include competitive PTO, 11 Paid Government Holidays, a 401k with 6% match, and a comprehensive list of health care options.

Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the government with acquisition planning that is in alignment with DCSA strategic goals and in accordance with federal and local regulations.


• Support the preparation of Pre-Award and Post-Award actions for various contract types including fixed price, indefinite delivery, and blanket purchase agreements.


• Conduct Market Research, prepare Market Research Reports, Independent Government Cost Estimates, New and Renewal Memos, Product Specification Lists, Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), and Performance Work Statements.


• Support the acquisition of a wide variety of mission essential services including multi-year services and supply contracts involving special conditions and processing.


• Ensure compliance to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supplemental regulations.


• Interface with project managers to facilitate the development of acquisition package products. 


• Ensure that assigned deliverables are completed on time.


• Generate briefings, reports, and other documents provided to senior level client personnel as requested.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5-7 years of experience working in DoD Contracts and Acquisitions as a Contract Specialist or Contract Officer.


• Mastery of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Supplemental Regulations.


• 5-7 years of intermediate knowledge in interviewing, analyzing, observing and professional writing experience.


• 5-7 years of intermediate knowledge of supporting DoD Projects and Programs.


• Experience with procurement of services, supplies, equipment, and/or construction contracts for DoD.


• Bachelor's Degree in Financial or Contract Management preferred.