Contract and Proposal Specialist in Plainview, NY

We are seeking a dedicated Contract Lifecycle Manager responsible for overseeing the complete lifecycle from solicitation to award for various contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of government and commercial sales opportunities, manufacturing processes, and US Government solicitation and bidding processes.

ResponsibilitiesReview and select government and commercial sales opportunities based on capability, competition, history, and expertise.Understand manufacturing processes, products, procedures, and material/labor/NRE regulations.Create, prepare, and submit responses for RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs with cost mark-ups.Lead contract and bid negotiations for terms and conditions, referring to legal counsel when necessary.Review, interpret, and lead the preparation of packages for Truth in Negotiation Act (TINA) requirements in proposals.Create and submit protests to the US government regarding solicitations and contracts awarded to competitors.Collaborate with the team to write, edit, and proofread proposal sections to ensure all requirements are accurately captured in CRM.Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance the current proposal/sales process.Support the sales team in developing plans for attaining new business.Lead Source Approval Request (SAR) package submissions for the US Government and manage actions by functional departments for the packages.Ensure compliance with Government regulations regarding SAR submittals.Implement effective contract management during project lifecycles, including customer liaison to improve contract win rates.Prepare, review, and negotiate agreements to protect the company’s commercial and legal interests.Ensure the effective flow down of prime terms into contractual arrangements with suppliers.Resolve inspection, compliance, or product acceptance issues in collaboration with internal teams and Government Source Inspection (GSI) employees.Essential SkillsStrong ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.Familiarity with the government bidding process and relevant websites such as SAM.gov.Experience with customer service, contracts administration, purchase orders, proposals, RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.High proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, CRM, Visio).Working experience with US Federal Acquisition FARs/DFAR and US Export Regulations.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree and/or 5 years’ experience in a related area such as engineering, business/marketing, finance, economics, customer service, or account management.Advanced degree and professional certifications (e.g., CPCM™, CFCM™, CCCM™) are a plus.Manufacturing experience highly preferred.Familiarity with US Federal Government agencies and/or procurement processes.Work Environment

This role operates in a standard office environment with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The team consists of two members, including the manager. The candidate will use various technologies and equipment, including Microsoft Suite and CRM tools.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Comprehensive medical insurance
Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
Flexible working arrangements
Paid volunteering opportunities
Access to mental health champions across our sites
Commitment to development
Employee referral program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Old Bethpage,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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