Acquisition Specialist

Mayvin Inc.

Washington, DC

Expired: over a month ago Applications are no longer accepted.

$80,000 to $85,000 Yearly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

The Acquisition Specialist supports The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and directly supports Office of Field Operations (OFO) Acquisition, Mission Support Directorate. This position assists in the procurement of Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) technologies to conduct inspections of cargo and conveyances for contraband as part of its mission to stop illicit imports to facilitate lawful travel and trade. This position works closely with CBP stakeholders to define and execute acquisition objectives and strategies with NII technologies.

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must undergo a background investigation (BI)

Responsibilities:

Performs planning, strategizing, organizing, and market research Request for Information (RFI) in support of procurement of goods or services including creation of acquisition packages
Prepares, reviews, and assesses acquisition documents including SOWs (Statement of Work) specifications, Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs), Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), Data Item Description (DID), Functional Requirements Document (FRD), Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ) and deliverable schedules
Performs emerging technology assessments by observing vendor equipment demonstrations, researching products, and providing technical reports to leadership to identify requirements for emerging technology and support long-term procurement planning.
Assists team with executing inventory management process including recording and tracking inventory
Assists with administrative duties including developing required documentation for SAP (Systems Applications and Products-CBP’s Financial Management System), Procurement Requests (PRs), Delivery Orders, Contracts, and modifications for Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) Program Management Office (PMO) Branch Chief/Director/Program Manager and Contracting Officer Representatives
Assists with researching financial payments to confirm payments, confirms deliverables as received and accepted and drafts required documentation for completed contracts and delivery orders
Assists in the conduct of strategic, long-range planning for improving effectiveness and efficiency of NII products and processes
Assists with producing the appropriate project management and process documentation to facilitate CBP-NII initiatives to ensure adequate documentation in support of programs

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study from a fully accredited institution. (Advanced degree preferred but not required) must have a minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience
An understanding of DHS/CBP processes and organizational structure is highly desirable
Mastery in the use of personal computers with extensive experience using Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications including Microsoft Teams

About Mavyin:

Mayvin offers our employees an innovative culture, excellent benefits and amenities, an inclusive work environment, ongoing career development, and recognition and rewards to honor hard work. Most importantly, our employees have a voice and are heard; we treat our employees with unwavering dignity and respect. Mayvin is dedicated to protecting the interests of the United States. We made a commitment to deliver unparalleled service to serve the interest of national security. Come join us in tackling our nation’s hardest problems in a place where #PeopleMatter. #ReimagineYourMission.

Company Description

Mayvin is a eight-time Inc. 5000 award honoree and recipient of multiple awards for exceptional corporate culture.
Our culture is shaped by our core values which emphasize “People Matter.”

Mayvin has been identified as one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia/DC.
This award-winning culture and unique benefits are keys to our 90+% retention success.

At Mayvin, the statement “People Matter” is more than just a hashtag or tagline, it is the way we talk, interact, and respect each other.

This is evident through our firm belief in maintaining upstanding business ethics and morals, and always treating individuals with dignity and respect. With the governing belief that “People Matter,” we acknowledge that our company achieves its success through the efforts of each team member.

The quality of our service depends on the ability of our employees to perform each task in a proficient and cost-effective manner. Mayvin supports our employees by providing opportunities for career advancement through training and/or education, as well as constant communication and feedback.

Our newly constructed collaboration center is a great outlet for creative thinking and has improved our evolving business process. We encourage and generate new ideas by trusting our people to deliver.

Company culture is an important aspect at Mayvin. Mayvin believes in the power of defining moments and their impact on the moral and happiness of employees. Beginning with an enhanced “First Day Experience,” newly hired Mayvin staff are integrated into our company culture and ethos. Each new employee brings a fresh perspective and skill set that is highly valued and cultivated. Every Mayvin employee, consultant, and subcontractor who work directly or indirectly with the company are required to fully understand, accept, and comply with our ethos, business values, and corporate morals.

Our vision at Mayvin is simple – To deliver operational excellence globally while demonstrating leadership, knowledge, and integrity. To do this, we operate under the following guiding principles – which we abbreviate as “ARTICLE.“

Why Work Here?

Most of our story is all about our team and how they make us better.

Mayvin is a eight-time Inc. 5000 award honoree and recipient of multiple awards for exceptional corporate culture. Our culture is shaped by our core values which emphasize “People Matter.” Mayvin has been identified as one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia/DC. This award-winning culture and unique benefits are keys to our 90+% retention success. At Mayvin, the statement “People Matter” is more than just a hashtag or tagline, it is the way we talk, interact, and respect each other. This is evident through our firm belief in maintaining upstanding business ethics and morals, and always treating individuals with dignity and respect. With the governing belief that “People Matter,” we acknowledge that our company achieves its success through the efforts of each team member. The quality of our service depends on the ability of our employees to perform each task in a proficient and cost-effective manner. Mayvin supports our employees by providing opportunities for career advancement through training and/or education, as well as constant communication and feedback. Our newly constructed collaboration center is a great outlet for creative thinking and has improved our evolving business process. We encourage and generate new ideas by trusting our people to deliver. Company culture is an important aspect at Mayvin. Mayvin believes in the power of defining moments and their impact on the moral and happiness of employees. Beginning with an enhanced “First Day Experience,” newly hired Mayvin staff are integrated into our company culture and ethos. Each new employee brings a fresh perspective and skill set that is highly valued and cultivated. Every Mayvin employee, consultant, and subcontractor who work directly or indirectly with the company are required to fully understand, accept, and comply with our ethos, business values, and corporate morals. Our vision at Mayvin is simple – To deliver operational excellence globally while demonstrating leadership, knowledge, and integrity. To do this, we operate under the following guiding principles – which we abbreviate as “ARTICLE.“