Senior Acquisitions Specialist

About the Organization Preventing Failures. Delivering Outcomes. T. White Parker is a results‑focused information technology (IT) and management solutions firm that has helped U.S. federal agencies do business better for over 20 years. From providing critical data and information to assisting senior leaders to make critical decisions to providing operational support to enable a mission, our professionals are natural problem solvers, critical thinkers, masters at execution, and have a passion for superior quality and outstanding work products. We hire for careers, not just for contracts. We offer competitive benefits … including unlimited PTO! Position Description T. White Parker seeks a Senior Acquisitions Specialist to serve in an acquisition management capacity, providing support for acquisition planning, management, and training for a federal client. This role is responsible for the timely execution of pre‑ and post‑award procurement activities ranging from procurement forecasting and source selection to financial reconciliation and contract closeout. The position requires in‑depth knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and direct, expert‑level experience with government procurement and financial systems, including PRISM and G‑Invoicing. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Manage the full acquisition lifecycle from procurement planning through contract closeout, including contracts, agreements, task orders, and modifications. Prepare Purchase Requests (PRs) and Agreement forms and obtain required signatures, coordinating with CORs, COTMs, AORs, financial administrators, and contracts personnel. Develop Statements of Work (SOWs) and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs). Support source selection activities including evaluation of proposals. Track procurement status and proactively engage appropriate personnel to advance awards. Reconcile financial information and validate funding availability in coordination with the financial resource manager. Manage and maintain contract files including contracts, PRs, task orders, written communications, reports, and invoices. Initiate and execute contract closeout actions, including final invoice validation, funding adjustments, and coordination with the contracting office. Manage Inter‑Agency Agreements (IAAs), intergovernmental transactions, Cooperative Agreements, and Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Apply FAR, OMB Circulars, agency orders and directives, and applicable policy in procurement activities. Coordinate with a PMO team to align procurement timelines with financial and portfolio planning. Support development of acquisition processes and perform application testing and data review in the portfolio management platform. Assist in training staff in procurement support activities to ensure coverage during peak periods. Identify, analyze, and help resolve procurement‑related problems and develop alternative courses of action. Minimum Position Requirements Master's degree in Information Systems, Financial Management, Business, or Public Administration. Minimum of 15 years of related experience in government contracting and financial analysis. Expert knowledge of and direct experience with the PRISM procurement system. Knowledge of and direct experience with G‑Invoicing. In‑depth knowledge of the FAR, OMB Circulars, and applicable agency acquisition regulations. Strong working knowledge of Inter‑Agency Agreements, Cooperative Agreements, and IDIQ contracts. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SharePoint. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in procurement request preparation. Effective communication and collaboration skills, particularly with cross‑functional teams. Demonstrated cradle‑to‑grave contract management lifecycle knowledge including closeout. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance. Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Must be available to work onsite at DOT Headquarters, Washington, D.C. Desired Education & Skills Experience supporting a federal PMO or research portfolio management office. Experience with DELPHI/iSupplier or equivalent federal accounting and invoicing systems. Federal contracting certification (e.g., DAWIA, FAC‑C). We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr T White Parker