Cleared Contract Specialist at Sparks Group

Sparks Group in collaboration with its rapidly growing client, an internationally recognized government contracting company is searching for full charge cradle-to-grave Contracts Administrator II. As a Contract Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting federal Contracting Officer in the acquisition of a wide range of products and services for our clients contracts team. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity as a new step in your career, apply now!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Full Lifecycle Contract Management: From inception to completion, you will manage the entire contract lifecycle, including market research, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, and post-award administration.
• Acquisition Planning and Strategy: Collaborate with the Contracting Officer to develop comprehensive acquisition strategies, determining appropriate contract types and methods to align with program objectives.
• Contract Performance Oversight: Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough cost and price analyses to evaluate proposals and negotiate favorable terms.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely contract documentation, including solicitations, modifications, and reports.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including program managers, technical experts, and contractors.

To be considered for this position, you must meet the following Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of government contracting experience in the private sector or 5+ years as a GS-1102 Contract Specialist or higher
• Extensive experience in federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint  
• Experience with SAP and/or SCI environments within the past 5 years
• Preference for Certification in Acquisition, such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)

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This job is In-Person.

Pay Range: Salary $150,000.00 to $155,000.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.