Huntsville, AL, USA | Salary | Full Time
Job Title: Acquisition Analyst
Location: Huntsville, AL (On-site)
Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world-class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplish the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner.
Duties:
Contracting professional with extensive experience managing various contract @types, including indefinite delivery, time and materials, blanket purchase agreements, and purchase orders. Provides oversight and guidance to government project teams and leads acquisition activities supporting multiple programs. Serves as a subject matter resource for IT hardware and software procurement and acts as a primary liaison for related business systems.
Perform contract closeout activities.
Review and analyze contract requirements, special provisions, and terms/conditions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, corporate policies, and procedures.
Draft contractual instruments, including subcontracts and purchase orders.
Communicate contract policies and practices to internal business teams.
Ensure contract review, approval, and execution in accordance with Contracting Center guidelines.
Prepare correspondence, negotiation memoranda, and contract documentation for timely and coordinated submission.
Maintain organized contract records and files documenting performance and compliance.
Assist contract professionals in resolving issues and managing developments related to assigned contracts.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree with 4 years of relevant work experience
Contract strategy development and management
Oversight of various contract @types and procurement methods
Pre-award and post-award processes
Contract administration and compliance with acquisition regulations
Market research and acquisition planning
Documentation and records management
Oversight of multiple funding sources
Cost analysis and milestone tracking
Management of high-value procurements
Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Risk identification and mitigation
Requirement definition and clarification
Meeting facilitation and issue resolution
Process optimization and efficiency initiatives
Negotiation and agreement development
Timely execution of critical procurement actions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with contract and procurement systems
Desired Qualifications
Master's degree and 5 years of relevant work experience
Strong knowledge of government contracting principles and regulations
Contract administration and oversight expertise
Ability to serve effectively as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR)
Leadership and team management skills
Understanding of quality management systems (e.g., AS9100)
Proficiency in systems acquisition management processes
Knowledge of fiscal law and financial compliance
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
Attention to detail and compliance monitoring
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Security Clearance: Secret clearance is required
About Us
Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified , Fortune Best Small Workplace , Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.
Benefits of Working with Canvas
To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:
Competitive Wages*
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
Discretionary performance-based bonuses
And many more!
*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.
Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.
Canvas is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Canvas can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to talent@canvas-inc.com (teamtalent@canvas-inc.com) .
Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis. Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you're unsure, please email talent@canvas-inc.com (teamtalent@canvas-inc.com) with questions.
For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.
If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check. Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.
