Procurement Specialist 3

VPD Government Solutions is a rapidly growing, employee-centric professional services company providing Program Management, Agile IT Project Management, Business Analysis, Federal Acquisition Support Services and Facilities Investment Planning & Management Services to our Federal Clients. Our employees proudly serve as trusted advisors and innovative problem solvers for our clients. We are seeking a Procurement Specialist III (senior level) to join our diverse and talented team at the Office of Personnel Management.

Position Overview:

The Procurement Specialist III will have demonstrated high-level knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field of government contracting. This is a senior level role. Procurement Specialist III candidates may also be considered for a Site Lead/Project Manager position.

Responsibilities:

Perform pre-award activities such as: analyzing requirements, conducting market research, recommending revisions to statements of work/specifications, determining the appropriate type of contract, establishing milestones, conducting procurement planning, and developing solicitations

Conduct post-award activities such as: coordinating with contractors to ensure full understanding of terms, handling modifications, and resolution of issues related to non-compliance

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

BS/BA degree in procurement/contracting, business/finance or communications preferred

Experience in a contracting/grants environment is required. (Internships and summer employment can be included)

Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Small Business Socio-Economic statutes and specialized contracting methodologies including Strategic Sourcing initiatives and the use of Delivery Order / Task Order contracting

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to obtain an OPM Suitability Clearance

U.S. Citizenship required

Why work for VPD?

VPD is proud to be a certified Great Place to Work in 2021! See more about what our employees think! Working at VPD Government Solutions | Great Place to Work®

Robust employee benefits package beginning on 1st of the month following hire date including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) with 5% employer matching- immediate vesting!

Profit sharing

Flexible time off program including 3 weeks of paid time off

Tuition reimbursement program

Opportunities for professional development

Employee-centric work culture including company sponsored events, happy hours, and team-building opportunities, frequent communications/information sharing from Leadership, supportive and positive teamwork environment, “open door” policy, etc. 

 Work Location: Washington, DC with remote opportunities

 VPD is Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

EEOC Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

EEO is the Law - Federal Contractors/Subcontractors 

Employee Polygraph Protection Act 

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision