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64PX

Contracting Officer

Description

In order for our Airmen to complete their missions successfully, they need dependable, high-quality equipment at the right place and the right time. Responsible for securing and skillfully negotiating the sale of these necessities, Contracting Officers help ensure command units are well stocked with everything they need. Whether it’s planning, evaluating or awarding, these experts manage contracts for commodities, services and construction to properly oversee the contracting process every step of the way.

Core Skills

  • contract negotiation and administration
  • federal acquisition regulations knowledge
  • vendor management
  • requirements analysis and documentation
  • cost and price analysis
  • risk management
  • procurement planning
  • stakeholder communication
  • proposal evaluation
  • data analysis and reporting
  • process improvement
  • ethics and compliance
  • project management
  • strategic sourcing
  • team leadership

Common Certifications

  • Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
  • Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
  • Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Civilian Career Paths

  • PROCUREMENT
  • SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
  • FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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Data sourced from official Air Force publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.