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Government Contract Operations Specialist

@ HNI Corporation
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Muscatine, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:coordinating responses, analyzing competition, managing solicitations
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's degree in business/finance required, 3+ years contract management/finance experience, RFQ/RFI coordination, government solicitations knowledge, strong communication and analytical skills.
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HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others, upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.
 
Your Impact Starts the Day You Do! 
 
What We Need: 
We are looking for a Government Contract Operations Specialist to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings team. 
 
The Government Contract Operations Specialist (GCOS) role is responsible for providing diverse support for our government segment and dealer partners.  It is the responsibility of the GCOS to maintain detailed knowledge of government compliance policies and procedures, internal dealer support systems, and competition in the marketplace through ongoing training and education.   
 
What You Will Do: 
  • Responsible for coordinating and preparing responses to RFQ/RFI’s. 
  • Assist in execution of Government strategic sales plan by analyzing and researching competition to understand new market drivers.  
  • Serve as a conduit between the Government sales team, and Headquarters teams.  Provide guidance through communication to HNI stakeholders.   
  • Make recommendations on RFQ responses, products, and program enhancements to improve HNI’s competitive position in government solicitations.  
  • Manage and respond to Federal On-Line solicitations.  
  • Assist the Government team as required on projects and HNI BPA/ IDIQ contracts (contract mods, changes, discounts, etc.)  
  • Lead systematic support for Dealer set-up and maintenance.  
  • Direct process workflow for regional funding and other HNI programs.  
  • Manage multiple priorities, work within tight deadlines, and willing to assist the team with other special initiatives as needed.  
  • Actively participate in the contribution of strategic discussion related sales strategy and development of the proposal strategy.  
  • Participate in activities as appropriate to ensure the success of the organization.  
What You Have: 
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or related field required.   
  • At least 3 years of experience in contract management, finance, or related field required; 4 years of experience preferred.