Space Force SFSC · Logistics

63A Acquisition Manager

Overview

An Acquisition Manager gets necessary equipment and supplies to the locations where they are needed. The manager oversees this support throughout the life cycle of an engagement.

Core Skills

  • IT procurement and sourcing
  • lifecycle management of systems
  • vendor management
  • contract management
  • requirements definition
  • risk management
  • budgeting and cost analysis
  • program and project management
  • compliance and policy interpretation
  • supply chain coordination

Civilian Career Paths

  • Procurement
  • Project Management
  • IT Management
  • Finance and Accounting

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • CPSM

Career Growth

  • APICS CSCP
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • CFCM

Also Common

  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
  • Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)

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