Acquisition Support Specialist

Role: Acquisition Support Specialist

Location: Raleigh, NC (Remote)

Duration: 12+ months

Job Description:

Skill Matrix:

Skill

Required / Desired

Years

Experience with public procurement processes and regulations.

7 years required

Experience with technology-related contracting, preferably in Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES).

7 years required

Experience supporting or managing the full acquisition lifecycle, including solicitation development, contract management, and vendor evaluation.

7 years required

Experience with contract management tools and procurement software.

7 years required

Experience in market research and cost analysis

7 years required

NCCM - North Carolina Contract Manager Certification

required

CPCM - Certified Professional Contracts Manager Certification

required

Interview Type: Webcam Interview Only

The Acquisition Support Specialist will play a critical role in supporting all phases of the acquisition lifecycle. Working within DHHS-HB, this role focuses on procurement and contract management for Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES) projects.

Job description: The Acquisition Support Specialist will play a critical role in supporting all phases of the acquisition lifecycle. Working within the client, Division of Health Benefits, this role focuses on procurement and contract management for Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES) projects. This role requires close collaboration with leadership, business leads, project managers, and other team members within the Contract Management and Procurement unit. The Specialist will contribute to the planning and execution of current and future MES module initiatives, providing technology-specific contracting subject matter expertise throughout all phases of acquisition management, from solicitation development to post-award monitoring activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Development:
  • Draft solicitation documents, contract amendments, and other procurement-related deliverables.
  • Lead the evaluation and award process for competitive solicitations, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Market Research & Analysis:
  • Conduct market research and project cost analysis to inform procurement strategies.
  • Evaluate vendor capabilities and market trends to support technology-specific acquisition strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with business leads, project managers, and leadership to manage MES technology contr

Additional Information:
This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the success of the Division of Health Benefits by ensuring the effective alignment of technology contracts with Medicaid program goals. The Acquisition Support Specialist will serve as a key resource in supporting the Division s mission to deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare solutions through innovative technology procurement.