Assistant Contract Specialist/ Contract Specialist (Level I/II)

Job Description - Assistant Contract Specialist/ Contract Specialist (Level I/II) (260000ZB) Organization: NEXCOMHQ Pay Range: $48,884-$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. Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for all cradle to grave procurement functions in accordance with policy and procedures for pre‑solicitation, solicitation, award, and post‑award actions, including but not limited to 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 processes and provide a rapid, economical, and effective procurement response. Maintains required records of contracting activities. Presents NEXCOM’s 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). Qualifications A 4‑year bachelor’s degree in any field. At least 24 semester hours in any combination of accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. One year of experience providing an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of procurement, business, and/or contracting program requirements. Must file a Financial Disclosure Report OGE Form 450 as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Navy Exchange Service Command