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Government Market Analyst SEE THE PELICAN WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Market Analyst plays a key role in providing expertise and administrative support to Pelican\'s Direct Government Sales and Business Development Group. The incumbent uses access to government bidding systems to research opportunities for Pelican to continue existing business with the government and/or identify new opportunities to continue the growth of this critical business. Business opportunities include both direct sales to the government and opportunities to support other businesses as a subcontractor. The incumbent also implements and drives the necessary administrative programs and activities in support of the Company\'s government sales strategy and policy. JOB REQUIREMENTS Associates Degree in Business or related field preferred, or 2+ years\' experience in a fast-paced office or sales environment. Inside Sales Experience and Pre-qualification of prospective business opportunities required. Experience interacting and working with government and customer staff including contracting officers and specialists, subcontract administrators, program managers, buyers and auditors. Knowledge of and the ability to apply the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the ability to review, respond to and win bids via the Bid Boards and FedBizOps. Must have a general understanding of government contracts such as direct manufacturing contracts, GSA, ECAT, Fed Mall, etc. Detail-oriented and strong customer service, organizational and follow-up skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel. Proven experience with Salesforce.com or similar. Ability to read and understand Technical Product Documents, Specification Documents, and CAD drawings. Able and willing to travel occasionally on an as-needed basis. Work effectively in a fast-paced organization and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Actively supports and complies with Pelican\'s objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement. Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels. Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager. Must be flexible regarding working hours. Must be able to work evenings and weekends, with or without advanced notice. Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers). While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch). Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires repetitive hand/wrist activities.