ASSISTANT CONTRACT SPECIALIST- RFT *Offering Local SOFA* - Military Veterans
at Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM)
Local commuting area to include applicants seeking SOFA / local hire only, relocation allowances will not be offered.
Job Summary: Performs all cradle to grave procurement duties with assistance or guidance from higher level Contract Specialist as needed. Serves as Contracting Officer within prescribed limitations. Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for all cradle to grave procurement functions in accordance with policy and procedures for pre-solicitation solicitation award post-award actions to include but not limited to the following Acquisition Planning Source Selection Contract Negotiations Contract Administration Performance Deficiencies Changes Terminations Protests Disputes Claims Simplified Acquisition and Micro Purchase. - Responsible for understanding and following all procurement policy and standard operating procedures applicable for NEXCOM procurement. Keeps abreast of legal and regulatory changes. - May assist in the development formulation and implementation of procurement plans policies procedures and standards applicable to worldwide procurement functions. May initiate actions to improve procurement process and accomplish a more rapid economical effective procurement response. - Maintains required records of contracting activities actions. - Presents NEXCOMs position to Contract Review Board and senior procurement personnel regarding recommendations for solicitations awards and terminations. - Prepares formal correspondence to contractors industry associates legal representatives and other governmental agencies. - May assist internal customers with developing evaluation factors and criteria for best value procurements. - Oversees functions of best value technical evaluation committees. - Conducts customer training on various procurement subjects. - Participates in Command Inspections audits special studies and projects to improve methods and techniques for more efficient cost effective buying. - Performs other related duties as assigned. - May supervise subordinate associates. Japan Office Only - Trains subordinate associates on department policies and processes. Japan Office Only The incumbent of this position must file a Financial Disclosure Report OGE Form 450 as required
Requirements
A 4-year a bachelors degree in any field OR At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields accounting business finance law contracts purchasing economics industrial management marketing quantitative methods or organization and management AND One year of experience that provided an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of procurement business and or contracting program requirements.
List of Documents required for this position:
• Valid Passport with valid entry stamp
• Alien Registration Card, if applicable
• Proof of SSN, if applicable
• Permanent Duty Orders, if applicable
• Prior Military Service Members must also bring copy of DD214.
Yokosuka, Kanagawa
WELCOME TO Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM)!
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is the headquarters for the worldwide NEXCOM Enterprise and is one of 11 commands under the Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP).
NEXCOM offers exciting opportunities to join a unique provider of goods and services to Navy Sailors and their families around the world. We are a $2+B enterprise, operating over 300 Navy Exchange retail locations and 100 Navy Hospitality locations around the US and in 13 foreign countries, on nearly 100 Naval Bases globally. Our NEX oversees the operation and management of retail stores, food services, hotels, auto shops, and other services.
NEXCOM oversees six primary business programs:
- Navy Exchange (NEX) Retail Stores and Services
- NEXCOM Hospitality Group
- Uniform Program Management Office (UPMO)
- Navy Clothing Textile and Research Facility (NCTRF)
- Ships Stores Program
- Telecommunications Program Office (TPO)
With the exception of the Ships Store Program, the NEXCOM Enterprise conducts its operations as a federal non-appropriated funded instrumentality. As such, the command is self-supporting with 70 percent of its profits given to Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) programs and the remaining 30 percent reinvested in NEX buildings and equipment.
NEXCOM is a military organization and is subject to congressional legislation as well as oversight from the Department of the Navy. NEXCOM’s parent command is the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP).
The NEXCOM Enterprise boasts over 14,000 civilian associates in a wide variety of jobs worldwide, over 40 percent of whom are military affiliated as either family members or veterans. The bulk of NEXCOM’s workforce is comprised of government non-appropriated civilians, many of whom are also military affiliated as either family members or veterans. This combination of military leadership and civilian business expertise enables NEXCOM to perform its unique mission for the Navy.
Our mission is to provide authorized customers’ quality goods and services at a savings and to support Navy quality of life programs for active duty military, retirees, reservists, veterans, DoD civilians and families
Remember, you will come for our benefits but you will stay for the mission!