Contract Administrator III — Public Procurement Specialist

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Fairfax (VA); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

WMATA is seeking a Contract Administrator III to manage the full contract life cycle for a wide range of goods and services. You will work in the Office of Procurement and Materials in Fairfax, VA, collaborating with customers and industry partners to secure favorable terms.

The role requires strong negotiation and procurement knowledge, plus the ability to advise on contract pricing, compliance, and risk. A proactive, detail-oriented professional will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; alternative with 4 years of relevant procurement experience accepted.
• Minimum four years of experience in developing and administering RFPs/quotations and various contracts.
• Procurement certifications such as NCMA CPCM, ISM, NIGP, or UPCC must be obtained within two years of hire.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local procurement laws and regulations.

Responsabilités

• Manage the entire contract life cycle from proposal to close-out on assigned contracts.
• Plan the procurement process from request through solicitation, negotiation, award, administration and close-out.
• Lead the award process including documentation, bids/proposals, evaluation, and Board action.
• Advise customers on contract pricing, types, policies, and interpretation.
• Mentor junior Contract Administrators in procurement actions and activities.

Connaissances

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Contract administration

Cost/price analysis

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

High school diploma or GED plus 4 years of related procurement experience

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

PeopleSoft ERP

Document management software

Email

Description du poste

WMATA is seeking a Contract Administrator III to manage the full contract life cycle for a wide range of goods and services. You will work in the Office of Procurement and Materials in Fairfax, VA, collaborating with customers and industry partners to secure favorable terms.

The role requires strong negotiation and procurement knowledge, plus the ability to advise on contract pricing, compliance, and risk. A proactive, detail-oriented professional will thrive here.