Senior Acquisition Customer Liaison Consultant, Guidehouse

• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in acquisitions, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate acquisition processes
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Policy/Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Proven experience working in federal acquisitions
• Strong knowledge of the federal acquisition process
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to navigate complex business environments and manage multiple stakeholders and priorities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities
• Ability to write and edit reports, create briefings for senior executives, research and write articles, and customize content for various audiences
• Proficient use of the suite of Microsoft Office products
• An acquisition professional with direct experience supporting federal acquisitions. This position requires experience developing acquisition packages leading to contract awards and an understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation

Desirable

• In this role, you will act as a strategic advisor and facilitator responsible for managing a federal customer's acquisitions
• Your primary objective will be to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and alignment during the acquisition process
• You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and legal teams to support pre-award functions
• Serve as a primary point of contact and liaison between contracting and program office
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, and operations, to coordinate and streamline the acquisition process
• Coordinate and manage the exchange of information, documents, and data
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements throughout the acquisition process
• Assist in the development of acquisition strategies
• Support the integration of acquired entities by collaborating with internal teams to align processes, systems, and culture
• Monitor and track the progress of ongoing acquisitions, providing regular updates and reports to senior management
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging opportunities for potential acquisitions
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Communicate with all levels of an organization and prepare engaging and dynamic briefings for senior executives
• Perform quality assurance reviews on written work products
• Support the development and continuous improvement of Guidehouse acquisition methodologies and tools
• Assist with business development activities, such as proposals, capture, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership materials