Acquisition Specialist
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Job Description:
Job Title: Acquisition Specialist
Location: Remote (s living in the United States)
Contract: 6 month +
Responsibilities
Assist the customer's acquisition management program in assuring compliance with federal legislation and policies, aligning legislation and policies with the strategic goals and helping the program implement approaches to modernize and improve the acquisition environment
Help develop key program and contract artifacts including the Strategic Plan and Roadmap, Data and Dashboard requirements and process improvement recommendations
Review and analyze legislation and policies to determine impacts to existing state operations
Develop business and data requirements for dashboarding efforts
Apply expertise in acquisitions processes and data to develop requirements, working with other team members as necessary to ensure completeness and accuracy of requirements
Facilitate large group working sessions
Plan working sessions with executive leadership, plan agendas, implement facilitation methodologies and techniques, and session wrap-up documentation and tracking
Conduct process analysis and process improvement activities
Develop and decompose processes into finite, discrete tasks aligned to process step owners
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business or healthcare field
Minimum of three (3) years of experience, with specific experience performing strategic and operations planning activities
Proven experience with government acquisition lifecycle management, procurement processes and practices, and government contract management, with a strong preference for VA-specific acquisitions experience.
Experience applying strong analytical skills to creatively solve problems and overcome challenges.
Strong ability to present complex ideas and plans into presentation materials.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with the Department of Veterans Affairs
Physical Demands
Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time
Occasional travel and overtime may be required
Required Clearances and Screenings
The ability to pass a government Moderate Background Investigation (MBI)
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Job Description:
Job Title: Acquisition Specialist
Location: Remote (s living in the United States)
Contract: 6 month +
Responsibilities
Assist the customer's acquisition management program in assuring compliance with federal legislation and policies, aligning legislation and policies with the strategic goals and helping the program implement approaches to modernize and improve the acquisition environment
Help develop key program and contract artifacts including the Strategic Plan and Roadmap, Data and Dashboard requirements and process improvement recommendations
Review and analyze legislation and policies to determine impacts to existing state operations
Develop business and data requirements for dashboarding efforts
Apply expertise in acquisitions processes and data to develop requirements, working with other team members as necessary to ensure completeness and accuracy of requirements
Facilitate large group working sessions
Plan working sessions with executive leadership, plan agendas, implement facilitation methodologies and techniques, and session wrap-up documentation and tracking
Conduct process analysis and process improvement activities
Develop and decompose processes into finite, discrete tasks aligned to process step owners
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business or healthcare field
Minimum of three (3) years of experience, with specific experience performing strategic and operations planning activities
Proven experience with government acquisition lifecycle management, procurement processes and practices, and government contract management, with a strong preference for VA-specific acquisitions experience.
Experience applying strong analytical skills to creatively solve problems and overcome challenges.
Strong ability to present complex ideas and plans into presentation materials.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with the Department of Veterans Affairs
Physical Demands
Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time
Occasional travel and overtime may be required
Required Clearances and Screenings
The ability to pass a government Moderate Background Investigation (MBI)
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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