Contract Specialist

College Park, MD

Full Time

Experienced

Our Mission

At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission-centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high-quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision.

Job Description

Dobbs Defense Solutions is seeking a Contract specialist to support our team. The ideal person will assist with collecting and organizing information required for preparation of documents, training materials, proposals, and reports. Contract negotiations as well as the managing of multiple projects will be expected. This specialist will also maintain a system of gathering information to update our inventory and service records.

Duties

Oversee Current Contracts
Acquisition Planning
Communicate with suppliers/vendors for company events and products
Perform contract administration functions for all assigned contracts
Work with management to determine budget policies
Carry out market research through the Internet and applicable resources
Evaluate bids and proposals for compliance, purchase descriptions and applicable clause
Assist and provide guidance to develop performance work statements and specification documents

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:

3-5 years of experience
Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in contract management or a related field
Prior experience in government contracting, proposal preparation, and data calls response
Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand pricing and bill rates.

Working Environment & Conditions

Remote

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