Corporate Profile:
Acquisition Professionals (AP) LLC is a trusted strategic partner and solutions-based company that combines years of deep knowledge-based expertise, agile program management, and customized learning solutions, AP provides cradle-to-grave acquisition services and acquisition training; administrative support services; Information Technology Support Services and program and financial management. We leverage technology, tools, and industry best practices through our experienced personnel to create cross-functional results and navigate the complex and high-risk areas for our clients’ projects and programs.

Job Summary:
Provide senior level acquisition support services. Responsible for and required to implement, and maintain management control systems necessary to plan, organize, direct, and control all activities under the contract. The contractor shall provide cradle to grave acquisition support to include:  

• Acquisition Liaison Support
• Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME) Support
• Contracts Specialist Support
• Data Management Support
• Contract Closeout Support
• Ad-hoc (Surge) Support

The contractor shall provide support services for administrative and professional procurement personnel to support simple to complex acquisitions, as well as ancillary support services. Support services include contract and acquisition support, research and analysis of data, database input, closeout/undisbursed obligation support, basic understanding of information technology, quality control for system support, as well as support for special projects.

Responsibilities:

• The Senior Acquisition Specialist provides subject matter acquisition expertise in support of federal acquisitions.
• Assists government procurement agencies to define proposals and qualify vendors.
• Applies knowledge of government/ defense acquisition processes to support customers in the analysis and improvement of acquisition process policy and procedures.   
• Devises strategies for deploying and implementing new acquisition policy initiatives and measuring the effectiveness of implementation. 
• Uses quantitative analytical techniques to assess system acquisition process issues and develops risk reduction/mitigation approaches for improving acquisition/program planning, control, and execution.  
• Provides technical guidance and advisory assistance in the preparation of acquisition documentation including a statement of objectives (SOOs), statement of work (SOW) requirements, procurement plans, program descriptions, technical specifications, and other required solicitation information. 
• Reviews Request for Proposal (RFP) packages for conformance with all aspects of relevant procurement regulations and validates cost estimates. 
• Provides technical assistance in vendor/acquisition contractor proposal evaluation, COTS product analysis, source selection, acceptance testing, and performance monitoring against established benchmarks.  
• Leads the development and implementation of a program’s acquisition strategy. 
• Includes preparing and coordinating the approval of regulatory and statutory documentation and managing preparations for milestone decision reviews. 
• Other responsibilities include managing a program’s acquisition activities, coordinating/drafting briefings, and memoranda for a variety of stakeholders and assisting the management in budgeting, contracting, and cost analysis activities.
      

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's of Arts or Bachelor's of Science Degree at a minimum is required.

Required Qualifications:

• The Acquisition Specialist provides organizational reviews on processes, procedures, and improvements relating to acquisition support.
• Provide leadership in special projects and events, tracks and monitors special projects.  
• Extensive knowledge of federal rules and regulations as applicable to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Proficiency in PRISM is required 
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Extensive FAR experience is required. 
• FAC-C Level III or  DAWIA Level III Preferred. 
• Knowledge of acquisition management core competencies and relevant years of experience (15+)
• Must be a US Citizen 

Corporate Summary:
Acquisition Professionals (AP) LLC is an Economically Disadvantaged, Woman-Owned, 8 (A) small business.  We are located at the MetroPark Office Complex in Alexandria, Virginia. We offer a competitive salary and compensation benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, matching 401k, tax free transit subsidy, paid federal government holidays and paid time off. AP is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and are committed to creating an all-inclusive environment for all employees. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.