Procurement Policy Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Deliver mid- to senior-level acquisition policy assistance, which includes interpreting and drafting acquisition policies.

• Create, implement, and uphold FDIC contract policies and procedures.

• Work in partnership with FDIC teams to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory standards, promoting compliance and efficiency in contract management.

• Research, analyze, and present intricate and detailed contracting information.

• Organize, track, and clearly communicate procurement data in a logical manner.

• Generate presentations and reports enriched with data, highlighting findings and actionable recommendations.

• Collaborate with contract specialists, contracting officers, legal teams, and other departments.

• Investigate Executive Orders, OMB memoranda, and related policy influences to assess their impact on FDIC acquisition operations and policies.

• Assist in drafting and reviewing updates to FDIC’s Acquisition Policy Guidance Manual (APGM), incorporating interim policy modifications and stakeholder feedback.

• Draft and review acquisition templates, samples, and other documents utilized across the FDIC user community.

• Oversee updates and interactions with acquisition systems such as APS and ASNG.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA or BS degree in a business-related, management, or legal discipline.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of direct procurement experience in either the federal government or the private sector.

• At least five (5) of the most recent years must involve hands-on experience in creating policy documents, updating existing policies, and developing templates.

• Public Trust clearance is required.

• Demonstrated practical knowledge and expertise in applying both non-FAR-based regulations and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), as well as other U.S. Government policies.

• Experience with GSA Schedules, GWACs, and MA-IDIQs is essential.

• Proven understanding and practical experience with acquisition management principles throughout the full lifecycle (from pre-award to closeout).

• Experience managing various contract types for supplies and services (FFP/LOE, T&M, FFP, CPFF, CPIF, CPAF).

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities; capable of functioning effectively in a team setting.

• Ability to foresee issues, establish strategies to mitigate risks, and manage administrative processes on behalf of management.

• Proven capability to collaborate in challenging environments and build productive relationships at all levels—both internal and external.

• Demonstrated ability to set a constructive example, proactively resolve misunderstandings, enhance working relationships, and influence positive outcomes.

• Certification: Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or a similar credential in government procurement practices (e.g., FAC Professional or FAC-C II or equivalent) is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.

• Robust learning resources.

• Healthcare benefits.

• Wellness benefits.

• Financial benefits.

• Retirement benefits.

• Family support benefits.

• Continuing education benefits.

• Time off benefits.

• Competitive compensation.

• Opportunities for learning and development.