We are looking for an experienced Sr. Buyer to support procurement operations for a university environment in Bowie, Maryland. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who can manage purchasing activities with strong judgment, accuracy, and a service-oriented approach. The ideal candidate will bring a solid background in regulated procurement, competitive sourcing, and contract oversight while partnering effectively with campus stakeholders and suppliers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead purchasing and sourcing activities for assigned categories, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.<br>• Develop, issue, and manage formal solicitations such as RFPs, IFBs, and RFQs in accordance with established procurement standards.<br>• Evaluate supplier responses, coordinate review processes, and support award recommendations based on pricing, compliance, and business needs.<br>• Administer contracts throughout the procurement lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, performance follow-up, and vendor communication.<br>• Maintain complete and accurate procurement records to support audit readiness, policy adherence, and transparent documentation practices.<br>• Serve as a resource to internal departments by clarifying procurement procedures, resolving purchasing questions, and guiding requestors through sourcing requirements.<br>• Monitor supplier performance and address service, delivery, or contract issues to help maintain dependable vendor relationships.<br>• Assist with procurement-related operational changes or process updates when needed, ensuring continuity of service and proper documentation.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to support a major government contracting closeout effort. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who understands the full lifecycle of federal agreements and can bring structure, accuracy, and momentum to complex closeout activities. The person in this role will work across contract files, stakeholders, and compliance requirements to help ensure obligations are resolved thoroughly and efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead end-to-end contract closeout activities for a high-volume portfolio of federal agreements, ensuring timely completion of required actions and documentation.</p><p>• Review contract records, funding status, modifications, deliverables, and administrative files to confirm each award is ready for final closure.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams, program contacts, finance partners, and external stakeholders to resolve open items that may delay closeout.</p><p>• Track milestones, risks, and dependencies across the closeout effort, providing clear status updates and helping maintain overall project momentum.</p><p>• Interpret government contracting terms and applicable regulations to support compliant closeout decisions and accurate file completion.</p><p>• Identify missing, inconsistent, or outdated contract information and drive corrective actions to improve documentation quality.</p><p>• Organize and maintain closeout records in a structured manner that supports audit readiness and internal reporting needs.</p><p>• Partner with operations and project leadership to prioritize workload, remove roadblocks, and support successful execution of the broader closeout initiative.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Contracts Administrator to support contract lifecycle activities for a Contract position based in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This role focuses on preparing, reviewing, and coordinating commercial agreements while helping ensure terms, pricing, and bid documentation are managed accurately. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in contract negotiations, and the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com]. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer contracts from initial intake through execution, renewal, and closeout while maintaining accurate documentation throughout the process.</p><p>• Review agreement terms and conditions, identify potential issues, and coordinate updates to align with business and compliance expectations.</p><p>• Support contract negotiations by preparing revisions, tracking discussion points, and helping drive timely resolution of outstanding items.</p><p>• Develop and organize bid and solicitation materials, ensuring calls for bids are issued clearly and responses are properly evaluated and documented.</p><p>• Analyze contract pricing details and assist with validating rates, commercial terms, and supporting calculations before final approval.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather required information, clarify contract requirements, and keep agreements moving on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain contract records, status updates, and reporting to provide visibility into active agreements and upcoming milestones.</p><p>• Assist with process improvements related to contract administration and document control when needed.</p>