CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP); New London (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive salaries

comprehensive benefits

extensive professional development and

training

Job summary

Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) FLC NORVA GF seeks a Contract Specialist to apply contracting principles and manage procurement actions across NAVSUP programs. The role supports both pre-award and post-award activities in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires knowledge of Federal, DoD and DON contracting laws, coupled with strong written and oral communication to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and meet program objectives.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge of contracting advisory services and regulations.
• Ability to analyze cost and pricing data and support negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Provide knowledge of contracts and contracting methods to procure requirements and conduct negotiations.
• Participate in pre-award and post-award procurement actions and contract administration.
• Prepare and issue contracts, purchase orders, and modifications.
• Collaborate across organizations to ensure conformance with regulations and program goals.

Skills

Contracting principles

Regulations knowledge

Negotiation skills

Oral and written communication

Job description

Summary

You will serve as a Contract Specialist in the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Centers (FLCs) Contracting Departments of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF.

Duties

You will serve as a Contract Specialist in the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Centers (FLCs) Contracting Departments of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF.

Requirements

GS-12 I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying a thorough knowledge of contract principles, policies, regulations, and procedures to administer group contracts and pre/post award procurement actions. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: applying a mastery knowledge of contracting advisory services to ensure regulations and requirements are met and must include all of the following:1) utilizing knowledge of Federal, DOD and DON contracting laws, regulations, principles and procedures, contracts and provisions to provide guidance and leadership Contract Specialist and other subordinate personnel;2) utilizing knowledge of methods of contracting applicable to the acquisition of supplies, personal, and non-personal services to develop acquisition solutions;3) managing multiple contracting projects to ensure Program goals and objectives are met; 4) analyzing existing policies and procedure to develop and implement improvements; and 5) communicating orally and in writing to collaborate across organizations to reach concurrence on processes, projects, and desired outcomes. GS-11 I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-9 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying knowledge of contract administration/procurement principles, policies, regulation, and procedures relating to contract price/cost analysis, pre-award, and post award procurement actions. Specific work experience demonstrates all of the following duties: 1) Provide knowledge of contracts and methods of contracting to procure requirements and conduct negotiations in the different phases of contracting; 2) Knowledge of technical terminology and uses of equipment or services procured to participate in negotiations; 3) Knowledge of business practices in order to identify sources, analyze cost and pricing data, and contract proposals; 4) Prepare and issue contracts, purchase orders, tasks order, delivery orders and modifications. Applicant must meet the following Department of Defense qualification requirements for 1102 contracting positions: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/DoD_Qualification_Standard_For_GS-1102.pdf And the title 10 requirements found here: http://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title10-section1724&num=0&edition=prelim Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Qualifications

GS-11 I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-9 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying knowledge of contract administration/procurement principles, policies, regulation, and procedures relating to contract price/cost analysis, pre-award, and post award procurement actions. Specific work experience demonstrates all of the following duties: 1) Provide knowledge of contracts and methods of contracting to procure requirements and conduct negotiations in the different phases of contracting; 2) Knowledge of technical terminology and uses of equipment or services procured to participate in negotiations; 3) Knowledge of business practices in order to identify sources, analyze cost and pricing data, and contract proposals; 4) Prepare and issue contracts, purchase orders, tasks order, delivery orders and modifications.

Benefits

The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms.

• competitive salaries
• comprehensive benefits
• extensive professional development and training

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