at Valiant Government Services, LLC in Rock Island, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Not Applicable
Regular
Valiant is seeking an experienced Senior Service Order/Construction Buyer that will support proposal activities and administration of a portfolio of service orders under active IDIQ, Cost-Plus and Fixed Price Prime Contracts in accordance with Valiant's procurement policies and procedures. They will be a strategic business partner to program stakeholders and will support change initiatives and continual enhancement of the procurement function and other supporting tasks as needed. The buyer should be experienced with Davis Bacon Act & Construction as well.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Ability to evaluate proposals against SOW/PWS/SOW, demonstrate a working knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
Highly organized, action and task-oriented performer in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
Must be able to engage with various stakeholders and all levels (Vice President, Director and Program level associates) with a can-do attitude and strong follow-up on tasks.
Must have keen awareness and understanding of changing market conditions.
Has an understanding of government rules and legislation, and small business regulations and definitions; This position requires a strong understanding of the FAR & DFARS as it relates to small business.
Strong computer skills and excellent working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint related software applications.
Excellent people skills.
Must be able to continually interface effectively with people on the phone, at trade shows, in meetings and other places, as well as internally in Valiant.
Must possess outstanding communication skills, both oral and written.
Supports proposal preparation, pricing activities, including price negotiation, in conjunction with multiple departments to submit a compliant bid for on new work and task order proposals.
Support proposals for new on contract growth and task order proposals on Cost-Plus IDIQ's.
Assistance with proposals where there is a small business/supplier diversity requirement.
Formulates purchase order/service agreements in full compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), and internal procurement policy and procedures guidelines.
Analyze the subcontractor proposals and document the findings.
Working with the Contracts Administrators to ensure proper flow down of terms and conditions and technical specifications across Valiant's portfolio of subcontracts.
Performs price and cost analysis on subcontracts/proposals and documents negotiations.
Is proficient with fixed price, cost reimbursement, and time and material service contracts.
Experience executing subcontracts subject to SCA (Service Contract Act) with wage schedules.
Experienced in negotiating and executing subcontract agreements with foreign subcontractors.
Acts as liaison between Valiant and the Subcontractor regarding requirements, performance, reporting requirements.
Develops and maintains follow-up status to the proposal/capture team and with subcontractors on all outstanding open subcontracts matters.
Advises management of potential risk and performance impact.
Tracks and reviews all monthly subcontractor invoices for compliance; routes invoice approval form to facilitate proper approvals and forwards to accounting for processing.
Develops and maintains all necessary reports associated with procurement/service order activities.
Performs routine subcontractor due diligence activities as directed.
Participates in special projects as required and performs all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in business management/administration or Supply Chain focus preferred but not required.
o Years of applicable experience can be substituted in lieu of a degree for the right candidate.
Minimum 3-5 years procurement/service agreement experience within a government contracting & CPSR environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
