ACQUISITION SPECIALIST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Nov 7, 2024 – The Acquisition Specialist has experience managing and leading high-value service contracts, DoD, and technical environments, applying Agile methodologies effectively. This role requires expertise in Cloud, CSP Reseller, MSP, and complex multi-year technical acquisitions, focusing on outcomes and strategic planning. The specialist also holds professional certifications, including PMP and DAWIA Level 3, with a proven record in acquisition and project management at senior levels.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Acquisition Specialist Resume
- Data Analysis
- CRM Software Proficiency
- Market Research
- Lead Generation
- Negotiation Techniques
- Contract Management
- Sales Forecasting
- Digital Marketing
- SEO Knowledge
- Financial Analysis
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Negotiation
- Strategic Thinking
Summary of Acquisition Specialist Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Communication with 4 years of Experience
- Working experience in Acquisition Management
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly detail-focused with excellent organizational skills
- Experience working in a government contracting environment
- Prior work experience within DHS and/or TSA
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in acquisition program management
- Certified in Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) Level II and above
- Experience using the TSA contract writing system
- The ability to work independently
- Phenomenal teammate with a positive demeanor
2. BA in Finance with 3 years of Experience
- A solid understanding of new and existing company's product offerings as well as new products in the market, industry trends, and new developments
- Understand current competitive conditions within the marketplace
- Consistent track record in sales, or related experience
- Polished Sales Skills - sales pitch, negotiating/closing business, objection handling
- Successful experience in new customer acquisition
- Ability to make a cold call with a straightforward, positive, and persistent style
- Background in web-based advertising - SEO, SEM, web search, digital media, etc.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Customer service and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
3. BA in Business Administration with 7 years of Experience
- Experience in acquisitions/contracts with positions of increasing responsibility
- Experience leading acquisition and contract activities within technical teams
- Experience successfully leading acquisition development of service contracts valued at more than $10M
- Experience working with Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, Lean, DAD, etc.)
- Experience in Army, DoD, or IC at the Headquarters, Department of the Army, or major command level or in industry implementing similar solutions
- Experience with Cloud, CSP Reseller, MSP, and other multi-year technical service acquisitions
- Results-oriented with a strong work ethic and time organizational skills
- Outcome-oriented - not reactionary, articulate the desired outcome and work collaboratively to build a path to achieve it
- Hold Current DAU course certificates/certifications
- Project Management experience, with Project Management Professional (PMP), or DoD Project/Program Management (DAWIA Level 3) certification