Assistant Contract Specialist​/Contract Specialist; Level I​/II) Non

Job Description - ASSISTANT CONTRACT SPECIALIST/Contract Specialist (Level I/II) Non-Competitive Progression (260003LX)

Job Description

ASSISTANT CONTRACT SPECIALIST/Contract Specialist (Level I/II) Non-Competitive Progression

260003LX

NEXCOMHQ Pay Range : $48,884 to $92,449 Based upon experience

Job Summary: Performs all cradle to grave procurement duties with assistance or guidance from higher level Contract Specialist as needed. Serves as Contracting Officer within prescribed limitations.

• Responsible for all cradle to grave procurement functions in accordance with policy and procedures for pre-solicitation, solicitation, award/post-award actions to include, but not limited to the following:
  Acquisition Planning;
  Source Selection;
  Contract Negotiations;
  Contract Administration;
  Performance Deficiencies;
  Changes;
  Terminations;
  Protests;
  Disputes;
  Claims;
  Simplified Acquisition and Micro Purchase.
• Responsible for understanding and following all procurement policy and standard operating procedures applicable for NEXCOM procurement. Keeps abreast of legal and regulatory changes.
• May assist in the development, formulation and implementation of procurement plans, policies, procedures and standards applicable to worldwide procurement functions. May initiate actions to improve procurement process and accomplish a more rapid, economical, effective procurement response.
• Maintains required records of contracting activities/actions.
• Presents NEXCOMs position to Contract Review Board and senior procurement personnel regarding recommendations for solicitations, awards and terminations.
• Prepares formal correspondence to contractors, industry associates, legal representatives, and other governmental agencies.
• May assist internal customers with developing evaluation factors and criteria for best value procurements.
• Oversees functions of best value technical evaluation committees.
• Conducts customer training on various procurement subjects.
• Participates in Command Inspections, audits, special studies and projects to improve methods and techniques for more efficient, cost effective buying.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• May supervise subordinate associates. (Japan Office Only)
• Trains subordinate associates on department policies and processes. (Japan Office Only)

The incumbent of this position must file a Financial Disclosure Report (OGE) Form 450, as required.

A 4-year a bachelors degree, in any field

OR

At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management;

AND

One year of experience that provided an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of procurement business and/or contracting program requirements.