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At Vertosoft, the Contracts team plays a vital role in the structure and success of the organization, making a significant impact across a wide range of functions. As a full-time Federal Contract Specialist, you will support our Contracts team in ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and managing Vertosoft's rapidly expanding government contract portfolio. This role offers comprehensive insight into the contract landscape across both Federal and State & Local Government markets. This role will be based in Leesburg, VA.
Responsibilities
- Federal Market Expertise: Stay informed on trends and developments in Federal procurement, identifying strategic opportunities to grow our Federal business.
- End-to-End Contract Management: Manage the full lifecycle of Federal contracts, from proposal development to contract closeout, ensuring compliance with regulations such as FAR and DFARS.
- Contract Marketing and Outreach: Develop and execute strategies to promote Vertosoft's Federal contracts and capabilities to potential government customers, suppliers, and teaming partners. Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to increase awareness, utilization, and sales of our Federal contract portfolio through targeted outreach, presentations, and participation in government-focused events.
- Proposal Development: Partner with various members of team to craft compliant, compelling responses to Federal solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs).
- Performance Reporting: Collaborate with internal teams to gather data, prepare detailed reports, and maintain transparency with Federal contracting offices.
- Risk Mitigation: Analyze contract terms to identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure favorable outcomes for Vertosoft.
- Partnership Coordination: Serve as a Federal liaison between Vertosoft, suppliers, and teaming partners, aligning their contributions with Federal requirements.
- Audit and Compliance Support: Ensure readiness for audits and reviews, maintaining clear and organized records for Federal agencies.
- Data Accuracy: Conduct data audits to reinforce compliance, improve system accuracy, and support informed decision-making.
- Process Innovation: Continuously enhance internal contract management processes to improve efficiency and align with evolving Federal standards.
- Other Duties: In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, you may be required to perform additional tasks and duties as assigned. These may include supporting other departments, participating in specialized projects, and contributing to the overall success of the organization.
Requirements
- Experience: 2–5 years of hands-on Federal government contracting experience, with a strong understanding of FAR/DFARS, GSA Schedules, and Federal contracting vehicles.
- Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
- Tools Knowledge: Familiarity with Federal systems such as Army CHESS, SAM.gov, eBuy, GSA Advantage, and more.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Administration, or Management.
- Industry certifications such as CFCM, CPCM, or DAWIA.
- Advanced knowledge of Federal acquisition strategies and contract structures.
- Experience leveraging Salesforce or similar CRM tool for contract management and streamlining business development processes.
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
About Vertosoft
At Vertosoft, we are a small business focused on accelerating the adoption of innovative and emerging technology in the Government. Consistent with our dedication to government customers, Vertosoft has deep knowledge and experience supporting all phases of the government acquisition life cycle. Strategic sourcing is our forte, streamlining the time required to provide critical technology and services to government end users at reduced prices. We provide the flexibility, agility, and responsiveness of a small company with the experience of a large organization. Vertosoft's staff is widely respected and relied upon for its professional, ethical business approach. Our success is based upon the leadership of a highly experienced management team. Our current staff has deep expertise in both meeting each agency's specific requirements and the technology to satisfy those needs.
Vertosoft is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Vertosoft will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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