Contracts Manager

• Jun 2023 - Present

Senior Contract Administrator

• Feb 2021 - Jun 2023

- Manage contracts from a wide-range of military and civilian government agencies, involving both commercial and non-commercial projects - Manage various contract types including, but not limited to CPAF, CPFF, T&M, FFP, and contracts awarded under Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) - Review and negotiate contract terms and conditions - Prepare RFQs, evaluate proposals, prepare contract and subcontract modifications, and other agreements in compliance with i3, FAR/DFARS & CPSR processes and procedures. - Analyze and evaluate potential problems with subcontractor commitments; assess the impact of subcontractor delays; assist in developing recovery plans and recommend solutions - Ensure all contract actions are in accordance with applicable requirements (FAR, DFARS, CPSR, CAS, etc.) - Advise Program Managers and others regarding contractual rights and obligations - provide interpretation of contract terms and conditions and applicable regulations - Assist in the preparation, transmission and monitoring of correspondence relating to contractual obligations; ensure completion and maintenance of contract files; and respond timely to all contractual reporting requirements. - Complete data entry into a contract management system for the purposes and execute contract closeout. Show less

Supply Chain Management Analyst

• Jun 2020 - Feb 2021

Procurement Agent

• Nov 2017 - Jun 2020

- Issued requests for quotes, conducted bidding process, and awarded subcontracts in support of civilian and military government prime contracts. Day-to-day activities supported major missile, space, and aircraft development and life cycle.- Performed contract management duties under the scope of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS).- Sourced a wide variety of commodities and raw materials, including build-to-print machined parts, sheet metal components, hydraulic hoses and build-to-print EEE components.- Performed continuous review and analysis of demand & supply in support of sourcing strategies and government contracting requirements.- Negotiated, finalized, monitored and documented supply base contracts with monetary value up to, and exceeding, $6 million.- Conducted face-to-face meetings with suppliers in support of negotiation efforts, contract performance, or supplier training requirements.- Drove synergy by coordinating efforts across multiple business functions, including engineering, supplier business management, accounting/finance, and quality assurance. Show less

Supply Chain Operations Supervisor

• May 2015 - Nov 2017

- Operations and Logistics Supervisor for Inbound Area of a Rapid Distribution Center servicing more than 150 retail locations. Supervises the unloading and receipt of more than one million dollars of freight per shift. - Responsible for interviewing, training, development, and disciplinary processes for 20-30 hourly associates in a fast-paced, metrics-oriented environment. - Enforced and maintained standardized operating procedures, while leveraging opportunities for improvement using lean operating concepts. - Maintained inventory accuracy and control through development and interpretation of various reports, utilizing Warehouse Management Software (WMS), Kronos, and Microsoft Office Suite. Show less

Training Administrator

• Jun 2012 - Jul 2014

- Managed, facilitated and tracked progress of medical specialists and veterinarian students pursuing advanced post-graduate degrees at training institutions and universities across the country. - Maintained records for all medical specialist and veterinarian students participating in post-graduate training for all the previous 5 annual and fiscal years. Inspected, and processed student documentation and university records for the purposes of tuition and stipend payments, individual personnel records, and human resources requirements. - Maintained and developed digital databases in order to record, analyze, and project graduation rates, fiscal requirements, and individual student progress. - Completed special projects as needed, including preparation of executive-level briefing material and presentations for dissemination up to and including the office of the Surgeon General. - Reported directly to the Long-term Health Education and Training (LTHET) Branch Manager for the Medical Specialist and Veterinarian Corps. Show less

Senior Logistics and Operations Manager

• Jun 2010 - Jun 2012

- Responsible for the productivity, training and administrative requirements of the supply and maintenance divisions for a 96-personnel infantry company - Responsible for serviceability and accountability of more than 23 million dollars of assigned equipment and facilities, including 20 heavy motorized vehicles and trailers, - Developed, implemented, and supervised a company maintenance program resulting in a consistent 90% or higher equipment operational rate - Program resulted in a first-time pass of a bi-annual 100% external review and inspection of all assigned equipment and facilities Show less

Operations Manager and Training Specialist

• May 2005 - Apr 2010

- Armor and Infantry platoon leader managing the training, development, and administrative requirements for 16 personnel. Conducted continuous training and skill sustainment while conducting full-spectrum operations- Developed and enforced accountability and maintenance systems for more than $4 million in equipment and communications systems- Developed performance metrics to design and improve training and emergency response readiness of 90-personnel Afghan National Police district. Increased police secured geographic area 300 percent past established end-of-mission goals- As a Contracting Officer Representative (COR), managed application of more than $60,000 of direct impact cash funds and initiated more than $500,000 in contracted community development projects Show less

Recruiting Manager

• May 2005 - Oct 2005

- Organized and implemented campus wide recruiting programs for the U. of Georgia Army ROTC program. Conducted recruiting presentations and initial interviews of incoming and potential cadets- Developed and supervised fitness training plan for incoming cadets, resulting in 80 percent of new cadets surpassing fitness standard before the end of their first academic term- Utilized Microsoft Office Suite to manage and maintain daily schedules, required reports and correspondence

Public Relations Manager

• Sep 1999 - May 2005

- Editor and administrative supervisor of four personnel producing articles, radio broadcast reports and photos for internal Army utilization and international release- Facilitated major international print and broadcast media organizations, to include coordination with company to corps-level commands for transportation, living arrangements and personal security in an austere and remote combat environment- Personal commendation received from the Vice Secretary of the Army for efforts as a media relations specialist, escort, and combat photojournalist. Personally captured photograph selected for use on the cover of TIME magazine, March 16, 2002- Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Publisher software Show less