procurement specialist

Job Description My client is seeking to hire a PRISM / Procurement Specialist to support our federal client in Washington, DC. The PRISM / PR Specialist supports enterprise program management operations by leading acquisition planning, procurement execution, and contract administration activities across the portfolio. This role is responsible for managing procurement actions from pre-award through closeout, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and supporting financial and program stakeholders in executing timely and accurate procurement activities. The position enables efficient acquisition processes, improves procurement visibility, and ensures compliance with applicable federal standards and requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead execution of acquisition planning and procurement activities across the full contract lifecycle, including pre-award and post-award support Develop procurement packages including Statements of Work (SOW), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), and supporting documentation Support source selection activities, including proposal evaluation and coordination with acquisition personnel Prepare and manage Purchase Requests (PRs) and acquisition documentation within PRISM and other federal systems Track procurement actions and monitor status to ensure timely awards and adherence to procurement schedules Support financial reconciliation activities, ensuring accuracy between procurement actions, funding, and program budgets Provide contract management support across the lifecycle, including modifications, administration, and closeout activities Support development and improvement of acquisition processes, procedures, and documentation within the EPMO Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), OMB guidance, and agency-specific policies and procedures Maintain procurement records and contract files, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and audit readiness Support closeout activities, including final documentation, financial reconciliation, and coordination with contracting offices Provide analysis and recommendations on acquisition strategies, risks, and alternative approaches Skills and Requirements Master’s degree in Information Systems, Financial Management, Business, Public Administration, or a related field 15+ years of experience in federal acquisition, contracting, or financial analysis Extensive experience supporting full contract lifecycle activities (pre-award through closeout) in a federal environment Strong experience developing procurement packages including SOWs, IGCEs, and acquisition documentation Proficiency with federal acquisition systems such as PRISM and G-Invoicing Experience supporting financial reconciliation and funding alignment for procurement actions Strong knowledge of FAR, OMB Circulars, and federal acquisition policies and procedures Experience working with multiple acquisition vehicles such as contracts, task orders, cooperative agreements, and interagency agreements Proficiency with financial and reporting tools such as Excel and familiarity with SharePoint - Certification in federal acquisition (e.g., FAC-C, DAWIA, or equivalent) Experience supporting large-scale federal portfolios or multi-program environments Experience with procurement forecasting and acquisition planning at the portfolio level Familiarity with DOT or similar federal agency acquisition environments Experience supporting audits or compliance reviews related to acquisition activities We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr