Acquisition Specialist

Seventh Sense Consulting; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with generous company match

PTO and 11 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Unique days off for birthday and service projects

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United States is seeking an experienced professional to support government contracting, particularly in contract planning and administration. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of federal procurement regulations. This position offers generous benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching, and unique perks such as additional days off for birthdays and community service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of contracting/acquisition experience required.
• 24 hours in business-related courses needed.
• Knowledgeable with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Responsibilities

• Support government clients with contract planning and administration.
• Manage acquisition planning and procurement request documentation.
• Conduct market research and evaluate contractor performance.

Skills

Federal procurement regulations knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent writing and communication skills

Contract writing systems proficiency

Ability to grasp procurement terms and processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field

Tools

PRISM

PD2

CLM

Job description

Hiring Timeframe:

Upcoming

What You'll Do:

• Carry out predetermined and recurring tasks in direct support of the government client’s requirements owners or contracting office.
• Provide full life cycle, “cradle to grave” contract planning, support and administration.
• Provide support functions that may include acquisition planning, purchase order/procurement request support documentation preparation, solicitation preparation, market research/analysis, source selection and administration of terms and conditions, negotiation and preparation of contract award and modifications, cost/price analysis, support government in the evaluation of contractor performance, contract administration support, contract termination, and contract close‑out.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 24 hours in business‑related courses in any of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.
• At least 3 years of related Contracts/Acquisition experience required.
• In-depth working knowledge of federal procurement regulations and policies, and be knowledgeable and experienced using electronic media, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT, etc.).
• Excellent writing skills and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledgeable with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
• Ability to utilize GWAC and GSA contract vehicles.
• Ability to quickly grasp procurement terms, methodologies, and processes, prepare contract files and associated electronic documentation and create procurement actions (e.g., contract, order, mod) for contract execution.
• Proficiency in contract writing systems such as PRISM, PD2, and/or CLM.

Nice to Haves:

• One of the following Contracting related certifications: DAWIA Contracting Level II, FAC‑C Level II, III, strongly desired.

Why WorkFor Seventh Sense?

Our company was founded on a family‑oriented philosophy, and our culture is rooted in making a difference in the lives of our “work family” members (referred to simply as “members” rather than “employees”).

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident and Critical Care insurance options

Unique benefits include:

• Day off to celebrate your birthday
• Day off on your company anniversary date
• Day off to volunteer for the community service project of your choice
• A Bonus Plan that allows each member to financially benefit from company, team, and individual success. You are in full control of the bonuses you receive – ask us how!
• A peer‑to‑peer recognition platform that allows members to recognize each other’s accomplishments and contributions.
• Professional development opportunities including AI & Data Literacy training and Federal Acquisition training, as well as resources to assist with family life and mental wellbeing.

About Us:

Seventh Sense Consulting is an award‑winning consulting company focused on providing federal agencies with "Enlightened Solutions that Deliver Lasting Value". Our teams work with our clients to provide innovative solutions, enhance integration, and facilitate transparency of core acquisition. We are a 100% virtually operated Virginia‑based company serving multiple clients across the US, and we have been recognized for 3 years in a row as a "Best Place to Work"by the Washington Business Journal! To learn more visit us at www.seventhsenseconsulting.com

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Seventh Sense Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law, including race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.