ACARA Jobs
Pricing/ Proposal Specialist
Apply- ID: 558017
- Posted: 3/10/2026
- Location: Buffalo, NY
- Category: Pro - Professional
- Job Type: Direct Placement
- Duration: Direct Placement
Description
Acara Solutions is seeking a Pricing/ Proposal Specialist for our client in Buffalo, NY!
The Pricing/Proposal Specialist will be responsible for developing and managing pricing strategies and creating compelling proposals. This role involves supporting the development and submission of competitive pricing proposals in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other related solicitations, particularly within the government contracting environment.
Responsibilities:
- Review requirements and prepare compliant responses to RFPs and other related solicitations from government and commercial customers.
- Interface and coordinate with internal technical and contract team members to ensure proposals are submitted accurately and timely.
- Understand and analyze basis of estimates.
- Maintain detailed pricing documentation required for substantiation of cost estimates.
- Provide support for financial planning, beginning with pricing/proposal activities through contract performance.
- Follow applicable laws and regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Travel Regulations, 2 CFR 200 Regulations (Uniform Guidance), and internal practices and procedures.
- Responsible for Small Business Reporting with oversight.
- Provide support on special projects and ad hoc job duties/responsibilities, as assigned.
Position Type: Direct Placement
Salary: $55,000-$75,000K, DOE
Schedule: M-F Business Hours **100% Onsite
Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, Sick Time, 401K with company contribution, and more!
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Education and professional work experience in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Mathematics.
- Bachelor's degree and 3 years professional work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Associate's degree and 6 years professional work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with willingness to learn and strong work ethic acceptable.
- Strong PC skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to manipulate complex spreadsheets.
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- Proven experience in pricing, proposal development, or a similar role.
- Familiarity with FAR and DFARS, indirect rate structures, Deltek Costpoint, SharePoint, and/or experience in a government contracting environment.
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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.