Procurement Analyst

Procurement AnalystHelp provide expert advice and subject matter expertise in developing and implementing policies and procedures for use by procurement and program officials in the establishment of policy guidance necessary to achieve the mission of the Shared Services Procurement Office (SSPO) and procurement goals, to include the implementation, evaluation, and improvement of SSPO contracting policies and programs. As a Procurement Analyst, you will:Be responsible for the evaluation of audit reports, regulations, and other relevant material as a basis for developing and implementing policies, guides or procedures.Consult with senior-level management at both Bureau and Departmental levels, offering expert advice on policy and procedural matters.Serve as a subject matter expert and authority on contractual actions and phases of a contracting program, including initial planning, requirements definition, development, and testing. Skilled in advising on the acceptability and applicability of contractual matters related to acquisition and procurement programs.Apply expert knowledge of a full range of Federal contracting laws, executive orders, regulations, principles, procedures, methods, techniques, and contract types applicable to pre-award and post-award actions for a variety of complex and/or diversified services and commodities.Develop and implement acquisition policies and/or guidance related to procuring supplies, services, construction, research and development, formal advertising, negotiation procedures, and responses to changes in program strategy or other drivers.Serve as a business advisor to customers; performing planning functions; preparing and soliciting sole source and competitive solicitations; evaluating proposals; and providing technical guidance to management or high-level officials on acquisition or contracting laws, regulations, or directives.This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Procurement Analyst positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location or local commuting area with the same qualifications and specialized experience.