Procurement Specialist Ii

Overview:

• We are looking for candidates with experience supporting Federal Government contracting offices. This position supports the Research Activities Branch (RAB) in the Office of Procurement at the NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) at Stennis Space Center (SSC) in Stennis, MS. Specifically these positions support the award or administration of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) contract instruments.
• This position is 100% remote.

Responsibilities:

• Provide mid-level procurement assistance.
• Perform tasks which require knowledge and experience such as: soliciting, evaluating, negotiating and preparing contracts for award; administering contracts; and analyzing and evaluating cost and price proposals.
• Apply advanced knowledge of concepts, processes, practices and procedures on technical assignments.
• Skilled in using the systems that support procurement services.
• Support includes the possibility of providing surge support to other branches in areas like, but not limited to, simplified acquisitions and grants.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree or equivalent
• 4 years of related federal government contracts experience required
• Ability to gain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Experience with NASA procurement systems and financial systems are highly desired

Skills:

• Mid-level knowledge of federal government contracting principles, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate with minimal supervision to accomplish assigned tasks
• Comfortable working with files on a SharePoint Site
• Proficient and confidence working with Word, Excel, and/or PowerPoint for document preparation
• Proficiency and confidence in learning and with working within IT systems and tools (some PC based; some NASA system based) and proactively reaching out to resolve any computer/systems/tools issues which are dependencies for completing work assignments.
• Familiarity with the most commonly used systems/tools include Service Now (SNOW), Scoped App Solutions, System for Award Management (SAM), Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS), Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), SAP Core Financial, Procurement for Public Sector (PPS), SBIR/STTR Electronic Handbook (EHB), and the SBIR/STTR Service Delivery Guide (SDG).
• Actual experience working within a virtual team via telework. NASA principally uses Microsoft Teams for communications and collaboration

Working For Seventh Sense:
Our company was founded on a family-oriented philosophy, and our culture is rooted in making a difference in the lives of our "work family" members (referred to simply as "members" rather than "employees").
Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident and Critical Care insurance options

Unique benefits include:

• Day off to celebrate your birthday
• Day off on your company anniversary date
• Day off to volunteer for the community service project of your choice
• A Bonus Plan that allows each member to financially benefit from company, team, and individual success. You are in full control of the bonuses you receive - ask us how!
• A peer-to-peer recognition platform that allows members to recognize each other's accomplishments and contributions.
• Professional development opportunities including Consulting Skills training and Federal Acquisition training, as well as resources to assist with family life and mental wellbeing.

About Us:
Seventh Sense Consulting is an award-winning consulting company focused on providing federal agencies with "Enlightened Solutions that Deliver Lasting Value". Our teams work with our clients to provide innovative solutions, enhance integration, and facilitate transparency of core acquisition. We are a 100% virtually operated Virginia-based company serving multiple clients across the US, and we have been recognized for 3 years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by the Washington Business Journal! To learn more visit us at www.seventhsenseconsulting.com
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Seventh Sense Consulting is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.