Acquisition Specialist (Junior) Remote

GCC Technologies; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A service-disabled Veteran owned company located in the U.S. is seeking an Acquisition Specialist to provide support to the Department of Veteran Affairs. This role involves conducting reviews of procurement documents, preparing requisitions, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Candidates should have a minimum of two years in federal contracting and four years of accredited education. A strong background in procurement processes and fluency in English are essential. This position offers both onsite and remote work opportunities within Ohio, supporting a variety of locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years federal contracting experience within the last five years.
• Ability to read and interpret federal acquisition policy and regulations.
• Fluency in English required for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of procurement documents.
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies in procurement processes.
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions and procurement packages.

Skills

Procurement document review

Problem-solving communication

Drafting contract documents

Market research analysis

Post-award administration

Education

Four years above high school

DAWIA or FAC Level I certifications

Job description

Overview

GCC Technologies, founded in 1997 with headquarters in Oakland, Maryland, is a fast growing service-disabled Veteran owned Small Business and HUBZone company with an outstanding record of performance providing acquisition, business process, administrative and security services to multiple federal agencies. GCC was recently ISO certified under ISO 9001:2015.

GCC Technologies is sourcing applicants for Acquisition Specialists to support their client The Department of Veteran Affairs. We are looking for Entry Level Acquisition specialist to provide both onsite and possible remote support to several different regions locations in Ohio consisting of Cleveland, Dayton, Cincinnati, Columbus and Kettering.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Regional Procurement Office - Central (RPO-C) Network Contracting Office 16 has a need for Contract Support Services to assist with various procurement requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Four (4) years above high school from an accredited college or university as recognized by the Secretary, U.S. Department of Education.
• DAWIA or FAC Level I or contracting courses leading to these certifications is desired.

Experience

• Shall have a minimum of two (2) years of federal contracting experience working on government acquisitions within the last five (5) years.

Additional Required Knowledge and Skills

• In addition to the experience and educational requirements must possess the following skill sets listed below.

Duties

• Ability to conduct comprehensive review of procurement documents for accuracy, adequacy, and completeness.
• Ability to identify and resolve inconsistencies through communication.
• Ability to read and interpret Federal and agency acquisition policy, regulations, and directives.
• Ability to draft and prepare contract related documents and forms.
• Ability to perform and/or evaluate market research, trends, conditions, alternative sources, and technological advances as they apply to the program.
• Ability to prepare and process purchase requisitions and procurement packages to the supporting CO for award.
• Ability to research, analyze, prepare, and review invoice receipts, receiving reports, fund status, final payments, release of claims, certificates of completion, close-out documents, and any additional supporting documents or activities needed for contract closeout.
• Ability to investigate, review, and prepare open obligations/undelivered orders (UDO) for closeout.
• Ability to perform post-award administration in support of CO.
• Ability to monitor quality assurance surveillance plans (QASPs) to ensure contracted services meet contract requirements along with the expectations and needs of the facility.

Language and Citizenship

English Language Requirement: The Contractor shall ensure all personnel performing under this contract are able to read, write, and speak English fluently. All personnel must have the ability to effectively communicate orally via telephone and MS Teams communications as well as via email communications.

U.S. Citizenship: All contractor personnel performing under this contract shall be U.S. citizens.

Equal Opportunity

GCC Technologies LLC is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on-the-job injury, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that employers are prohibited by law from considering. Any discriminatory action can be a cause for disciplinary action. GCC Technologies LLC also prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability. VETS encouraged to apply.