Process Analyst / Acquisition SME

Role Summary

The Process Analyst / Acquisition Subject Matter Expert supports business process optimization and acquisition activities within a complex, regulated environment. This role analyzes and improves business and procurement workflows, develops process documentation, and provides subject matter expertise throughout the acquisition lifecycle. The position collaborates with technical, procurement, contracting, and business stakeholders to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and support compliance with applicable acquisition requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business and procurement workflows, identify operational gaps, and develop improved processes and standard operating procedures.
• Develop process maps, flowcharts, performance measures, and other documentation to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead the development, review, and coordination of complex acquisition packages, including Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with technical leadership, contracting organizations, procurement teams, and other stakeholders to coordinate acquisition activities.
• Provide subject matter expertise regarding the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), applicable acquisition regulations, contract vehicles, and procurement policies.
• Review acquisition and procurement documentation for quality, completeness, consistency, and alignment with applicable requirements.
• Develop and refine operational frameworks and processes to improve acquisition efficiency and workflow visibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support adherence to applicable regulatory, procurement, and organizational standards.
• Support the preparation, coordination, and execution of acquisition packages and related documentation.
• Facilitate coordination across stakeholder groups to support alignment, issue resolution, and successful project execution.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in acquisition management, procurement, process analysis, process engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and practical experience.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and optimizing complex business or procurement processes.
• Extensive experience developing or supporting complex acquisition packages, including SOWs, PWSs, justification documentation, and related procurement artifacts.
• Experience coordinating complex acquisition activities across contracting, technical, business, and external stakeholder groups.
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), contract vehicles, and contract types such as Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Time and Materials (T&M), and cost-reimbursement arrangements.
• Ability to interpret acquisition policies and provide guidance regarding procurement and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, process-mapping, documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• This position requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance. In accordance with federal law, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, FAC-C Professional, DAWIA, PMP, or comparable credentials are preferred.
• Relevant education, training, certifications, or equivalent practical experience.

Publishing Pay Range: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00 Annually

This is a fully remote role and can be performed from any approved location within the United States.