Ensures financial health of diverse contracts, in collaboration with program managers and business financial managers.Coordinates with contract managers to ensure contract modifications are approved in a timely manner to support mission and financial objectives. Maintains contract efficiency through optimizing contract rate structures and aligning work under the contract to minimize overhead. Achieves recognition for quickly becoming subject matter expert (SME) for several unique acquisitions; proactively seeks out opportunities to train and mentor colleagues on how to successfully manage remaining acquisitions.Collaborates with multiple divisions to develop acquisition strategies for their particular requirements for supplies, services or systems, in an effort to procure all necessary products and services.Solicits, prepares and issues proposals, evaluates proposal(s), and negotiates with sources to achieve optimal price for the Government, while still satisfying opposing party. Prepares and awards multimillion-dollar value contracts, purchase orders, and contract modifications. Administers contracts through issuing modifications and ensuring delivery and payment.Readies procurements to ensure compliance with funding, legal and program requirements.Prepares acquisitions and contract-related documents in accordance with relevant laws, regulations and policies (FAR).Researches and evaluates potential vendors to determine compatibility, considering capabilities and costs. Establishes and maintains working relationships and networks with professional colleagues internal and external to the GovernmentEmbraces team work and also thrives working independently