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$ $ 65000 - 80000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Position Title: Government Contract Manager / Buyer
Location: Columbus Ohio (Preference for inhouse; remote considered for highly qualified candidates)
Compensation: Depends on experience
Benefits: Full benefits package including 401k
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Government Contract Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in sourcing and securing government contracts as well as purchasing goods and services to fulfill awarded contracts. This individual will play a critical role in identifying bidding opportunities developing competitive proposals and managing the buying process to ensure compliance and efficiency in all transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively search for government bidding opportunities on platforms such as DIBBS Govspend Fedmine and other government procurement boards.
- Prepare and submit accurate and competitive bids to acquire government contracts.
- Execute purchasing activities to fulfill contractual obligations in a timely and costefficient manner.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of procurement regulations and ensure compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals.
- Monitor the performance of awarded contracts and address any issues that may arise during project execution.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to negotiate favorable terms.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience in sourcing government contracts and preparing bids.
- Strong knowledge of government procurement platforms and processes.
- Understanding of purchasing and buying best practices.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
- Selfmotivated and detailoriented with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a government contract role.
- Familiarity with DIBBS Govspend or similar platforms.
- Experience in a buying role related to contract fulfillment.
Employment Type
Full Time
