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Position DescriptionUnder the direction of a Project or Program Manager, provides leadership and assists program/project management staff in the tracking and administration of highly complex and varied contractual commitments. May track key project tasks, monitor project deliverables and timelines, organize project related meetings and develop reports and other deliverables as assigned.Duties and Responsibilities
Assists in the preparation of management plans and reports.
Coordinates schedules to facilitate completion of proposals, contract deliverables, task order review, briefings/presentations, and IPR preparation.
Performs analysis, development, and review of program administrative operating procedures.
Responsible for developing, drafting, writing, and editing reports, briefs, speeches, proposals, and other documents in support of a client's requirements.
Interfaces with personnel to coordinate meetings and events, maintain logs, records and files, provides end user support, and performs general administrative duties.
Assists in budgetary, billing, and financial management.
Responsible for preparing and/or maintaining systems, programming and operations documentation, procedures and methods, including user reference materials.
Processes and completes highly complex purchase orders; determines prices from available vendors which meet cost and quality guidelines; places orders; verifies receipt of purchase.
Maintains approved supplier/vendor database. Monitors supplier/vendor performance through the administration of supplier/vendor measurement programs; makes recommendations for additions to and deletions from the supplier/vendor database as appropriate.
Conducts negotiations with suppliers to obtain products at the best quantity and cost in order to ensure end-users needs are met; negotiates delivery, terms and conditions, and pricing. Identifies future procurement opportunities to further procurement strategies.
Coordinates with accounts payable to resolve any credit holds or highly complex pricing problems in order to ensure prompt payment and avoid delays to end user; coordinates with receiving departments to resolve receipt problems promptly so as to not cause any delay to end users.
Solicits suppliers/vendors for materials/products/services through formal Requests for Services (FRS) and/or Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and informal channels. Receives and evaluates proposals, quotations, and bids for acquisitions.
Maintains communication with suppliers during course of procurement action in order to ensure timely delivery in compliance with the requirements of the procurement document.
Coordinates the procurement of materials, products/services and equipment necessary for the operation of the project or program.
Analyzes bids for specification compliance, prices, delivery commitments and past performance; utilizes online systems as a resource for procurement.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QualificationsEducation and ExperienceBachelor’s degree plus 5 to 7 years of related experience working in support of a Program Manager on a government contract.Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
PMP certification preferred.
Knowledge of government contracting environment, management/business plans and program reporting.
Excellent communications, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Strong customer service orientation.
Strong computer skills, MS Office Suite.
Effective organizational skills.
A security clearance of an appropriate level may be required after employment.
Company OverviewSerco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. Military, numerous U.S. Federal Civilian Agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Government of Canada, State and Local Governments, and Commercial Clients. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently, while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Serco has approximately 6,000 employees with an annual revenue of $1 billion and is part of a $4 billion global business that helps transform government and public services around the world. At Serco, our employees are our most valuable asset, and our success directly relates to our employees. At Serco, we listen, respect and support our employees and through continuous training, development and information-sharing, we advance talent internally, enhancing career growth and progression which enables not only our employees to excel but enables our customers to excel as well. It is not just a job at Serco; at Serco, we offer career opportunities. We invite you to become part of our dynamic team. Serco''s people share a passion for delivering ethical service, innovation, and a commitment to results. We trust our people to deliver. Serco is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (Race/ Color/ Sex/ Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/ Religion/ National Origin/ Disability/ Vets).Click here to apply nowID 32703Work Location US-VA-NorfolkCategory EngineeringPosition Type Full-TimeSecurity Clearance None
