Acquisition Specialist

Acquisition Specialist

Work Location: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System-11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Job Summary: The Acquisition Specialist provides expert support in federal procurement and contract management activities for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This role is responsible for ensuring all acquisition processes comply with applicable laws, regulations, and VA policies, and for facilitating the timely and effective procurement of goods and services to support healthcare operations. The Acquisition Utilization Specialist serves as the primary liaison between program offices, contracting activities, and logistics.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements procurement procedures and policies to ensure compliance with FAR, VAAR, and federal regulations.
• Coordinates acquisition strategies with contracting, clinical, logistics, and administrative stakeholders.
• Conducts analyses to support clinical and administrative service requirements, including budgeting and manpower considerations.
• Provides training and guidance on federal procurement policies and processes.
• Manages and expedites procurement packages for unique and complex requirements.
• Leads development of performance work statements, cost-benefit analyses, market research, and other acquisition documentation.
• Reviews and ensures accuracy and completeness of procurement documents.
• Prepares sole source justifications for specialized health care resource needs.
• Implements updates to procurement processes as regulations change.
• Collaborates with clinical chiefs, affiliates, and external partners to address health resource needs and agreements.
• Prepares and presents recommendations and reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Leads facility-wide procurement actions and supports strategic acquisition planning.
• Negotiates requirements across multiple sites to standardize equipment, supplies, and services.
• Submits funding requisitions and maintains contract documentation in electronic systems.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in federal acquisition, procurement, or contract management.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, VAAR, and federal procurement processes.
• Experience preparing and managing federal contract documentation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Proficiency with procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Salary: Starts at $80.7K

Benefits: PTO, Government Holidays, Medical/Dental/Vision plan, Life and AD&D insurance, 401K

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify.