M&A Professional, Independent Contractor

Knowledge Management, Inc. (KMI is a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Small Disadvantage Business (SDB) that specializes in Logistics, Warehouse Services, Distance Learning/Training, Enterprise Solutions, Financial Management Support, Program Management, Intelligence Analysis & Threat Assessment, and Data Analytics/Operations Research. Since 1998, our solutions and services have helped our clients improve performance, drive cost and operational effectives, and map technology needs for tomorrow's requirements.

Acquisition Specialist

Remote Work Available

Hours of Operation

ASAP

MUST HAVE DHS ACQUISITIONS EXPERIENCE

Staff will serve as the SME (Subject Matter Expert) in the acquisition and sustainment of equipment and systems to support the CUSTOMER's mission. Demonstrated hands‑on experience in federal contracting, specifically in the developing required contract documents such as comprehensive Performance Work Statements (PWS) and Statements of Work (SOW) that align with mission requirements and acquisition strategy.

Proven ability to draft clear, Sole Source Justification and Approval (J&A) documentation for acquisitions conducted under Other Than Full and Open Competition.

Contracting & Budget Expertise: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the federal budgeting and contracting lifecycle, including preparation, review, and submission of all required documentation to facilitate contract approval and award.

Operate with minimal supervision, taking initiative to delve into complex details and produce high‑quality documentation necessary for successful contract execution.

Strategic Acquisition Development: Lead efforts to identify and implement new capabilities, including the design and development of innovative acquisition strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Program Planning

Assist with planning and preparing acquisition strategies, performing market research, developing and managing budgets and participating integrated product teams.

Assist with preparation of all required documents for procurement requests including statements of work, independent government cost estimates, market research documentation and others as required.

Development, execution or management of acquisition‑related cost analysis, budgets, or program financial management functions including business case development and analysis of alternatives.

Development of integrated life‑cycle cost estimates (LCCEs) for new programs and projects to ensure accurate funding requirements to inform the Resource Allocation Process.

Adherence to acquisition laws, regulations and policies as they apply to programs and projects in the CUSTOMER portfolio. Assessment of adequacy of deliverables to ensure contract requirements are met, including test and evaluation and development of a quality assessment program.

Development of Integrated Master Schedules, identification of integrated project dependencies, test planning, transition planning for legacy systems, and fielding in direct support of the design, developmental test, integration and delivery of programs and projects.

Assist with development of program review documents to assess cost, schedule, performance and risk.

Advise CUSTOMER division managers on developing program baselines, documenting key performance parameters, and performance assessment approaches for projects under development; provide advice on acquisition documentation requirements, tailored approaches and ensure timely delivery of all documentation and artifacts in accordance with CUSTOMER acquisition policies.

Provide technical guidance and assistance to CUSTOMER division personnel on all aspects of the Acquisition Lifecycle Framework.

Update CUSTOMER division leadership and acquisition program management personnel of changes to statutory, regulatory and policy guidance to enhance acquisition efficiency and accountability.

Interact with Senior CUSTOMER and other personnel.

Translation of customer needs into validated requirements that can be prioritized and inform program baselines (cost, schedule, and performance).

Respond to data calls, inquiries and audit requests.

Contracting and Financial Management

Monitor contract execution to include vendor billing.

Support strategic planning, capability development, and transition activities.

Support smooth transition during contract closeout or recompete.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Disability Statement

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