Crystal McKnight
Procurement Specialist at Geeks and Nerds (GaN Corporation)- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Scrum Master
Scrum AllianceJun, 2014- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Geeks and Nerds (GaN Corporation)
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Procurement Specialist
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Dec 2021 - Present
Promoted to Procurement Specialist to provide prior service Automated Logistics Specialist Skills in order to establish and maintain a standard Procurement Process and Customer Service reputation in the purchase and delivery of both Government Funded Equipment (GFE) and standard purchasing services. * Establish a GFE Procurement Process. * Manage procurement requests from Project Managers/Project Leads via Customer initiated requests.* Ensure that Customer requested items adhere to D.O.D guidelines and expectations.* Collaborate with additional Sr. level IT board members and Cyber Security Advisors to further ensure that Customer requested items are additionally analyzed to meet compliance with D.O.D guidelines and expectations. * Coordinate and negotiate requests for Quotes (RFQs) via the D.O.D required Computer Hardware Enterprise Software Solutions (CHESS) commercial IT purchasing program.* Establish a respected and trusted relationship with multiple IT vendors.*Provide Quote details and cost commitments to Project Managers/Project Leads for final approval.* Coordinate with Finance department for Purchase of product(s.)* Communicate with vendors for final purchase steps and initiate delivery expectations. * Monitor purchased items for changes in Expected Ship Dates (ESDs) and Expected Delivery Dates (EDDs).* Verify delivery was completed by following up with the customer for signed hand receipts and ensuring Customer satisfaction was met. * Manage and track multiple GFE requests seamlessly in an organized manner.* Consistently available at any time to provide real time updates on quotes, purchased items, or history of purchases to Project Managers and Project Leads when needed.* Continues to look for ways to provide process improvement and company enhancement opportunities. Show less
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Project Administrator, CSM
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Apr 2021 - Dec 2021
* Manage multiple assignments and tasks for several Projects and Teams. * Ensure that Contract Deliverables are updated, drafted, and submitted in a timely and consistent manner. * Provide detailed and descriptive notes and actions captured in the form of meeting minutes. * Monitor calendar activities and schedule meetings as needed. * Organize Project Documentation and Information.* Providing project updates to management daily.
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CohesionForce, Inc.
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Scrum Master
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Sep 2019 - Mar 2020
Recruited to support the Lockheed Martin’s THAAD Missile Launcher (classified) Program, recruited by Cohesion Force to provide Agile training and support. • Trained and Supported Team new to Agile • Coordinated Project Requirements using Agile Methodology • Managed Program Project Management Calendars • Managed/Monitor/Remove Risks and Issues • Provided Earned Value Management Support to the Government Client • Established processes and process documentation where such was not already in place • On-boarded and Trained New Hires NOTE: Laid off from position due to COVID-19. Position was in support of a classified system and could not be supported from a remote/home location. (Separation Documentation available upon request) Show less
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Project Planning Manager
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Sep 2017 - Sep 2019
Promoted from within to provide support for the Logistics Data Analysis Center (LDAC) under the Army Material Command (AMC) for multiple teams reporting to multiple Program Clients. The Goal for this contract was to effectively converge two (IBM and AESIP Enterprise) Army entities performing similar objectives in order to reduce our data center footprint. • Managed and Reviewed of multiple Contract Deliverables• Coordinated Monthly/Quarterly Project Management Reports• Reported Daily/Weekly Development Analysis Metrics to Clients• Managed Program Key Events Calendars• Managed Program Critical Events Calendars• Managed Program Client Calendars• Managed Program Project Management Calendars• Monitored and react to Program Risks and Issues• Performed Agile Ceremonies• Provided Program Earned Value Metrics to Client Show less
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Document Liaison/Administrative Assistant III - Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
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Feb 2017 - Sep 2017
Hired to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Motion Object Kill Vehicle (MOKV) Program. • Maintained Program Director Calendar• Maintained Program Deputy Calendar• Managed DTS Travel for Program Director, Deputy, and Team Members• Organized and Present Documentation for Critical Meetings• Managed and Coordinate Classified and Un Classified E- Taskers (Electronic Tasks from as high up as the Pentagon or within MDA) • Facilitated Conference and Training Events as needed Show less
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Cyber Huntsville
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Deputy Director of Events
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May 2018 - May 2019
Nominated on behalf of Kim King, President of Cyber Huntsville and Bill Steiner, the Executive Vice President of Cyber Huntsville as the 2018-2019 Deputy Director of Events for the Cyber Huntsville Initiative. Assigned to facilitate, manage, and execute Cyber Huntsville Events for the 2018-2019 year in coordination with Deputy Director of Events Ms. Jamie Caro and other Cyber Huntsville Board Members. Nominated on behalf of Kim King, President of Cyber Huntsville and Bill Steiner, the Executive Vice President of Cyber Huntsville as the 2018-2019 Deputy Director of Events for the Cyber Huntsville Initiative. Assigned to facilitate, manage, and execute Cyber Huntsville Events for the 2018-2019 year in coordination with Deputy Director of Events Ms. Jamie Caro and other Cyber Huntsville Board Members.
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Frontier Technology
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Agile Coordinator and Associate Analyst
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Jan 2016 - Feb 2017
Recruited to provide Agile Training under a one-year contract for the Enterprise Product Lifecyle Management (ePLM) Program. This position was remote from the Huntsville, AL Satellite office. All other team members were located across the U.S. • Provided Agile Training to multiple teams • Managed Agile Meetings (Scrum, Planning, Retrospective) • Built and Managed custom MS Excel task boards in absence of off the shelf Agile Software • Provided Earned Value Metrics (EVM) Reports to Program Leads • Monitored and Removed Risks and Issues • Managed Multiple Program Lead Calendars • Managed Multiple Program Team Calendars • Provided Support as a Test Case Developer for Windchill Show less
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Tactical Edge, Inc.
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Agile Scrum Coordinator
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Mar 2014 - Dec 2016
Promoted from within to continue support for the United States Army Material Command – Logistics Support Agency (USAMC-LOGSA). • Managed Agile Meetings (Scrum, Planning, Retrospective) • Provided Agile Training to multiple teams • Maintained Multiple JIRA Boards for Multiple Teams • Monitored and Removed Risks and Issues • Managed Multiple Program Lead Calendars • Managed Multiple Program Team Calendars • Provided Earned Value Metrics (EVM) Reports to Clients Promoted from within to continue support for the United States Army Material Command – Logistics Support Agency (USAMC-LOGSA). • Managed Agile Meetings (Scrum, Planning, Retrospective) • Provided Agile Training to multiple teams • Maintained Multiple JIRA Boards for Multiple Teams • Monitored and Removed Risks and Issues • Managed Multiple Program Lead Calendars • Managed Multiple Program Team Calendars • Provided Earned Value Metrics (EVM) Reports to Clients
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United Statres Army Reserves
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United States
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Armed Forces
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1 - 100 Employee
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92A: Automated Logistical Specialist
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Oct 2008 - Oct 2016
Overview: Post high school graduation enlisted into the US Army Reserve as a 92A: Automated Logistical Specialist. Completed Mandatory Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) requirements. Assigned to the 326th Chemical Battalion in Huntsville, AL. Performed as a 92A supervising and maintaining equipment records for warehouse management. Assisted in field training exercises such as convoy training and Military vehicle driving training. Designated Sponsor for new and future soldiers assigned to the Unit. Responsible for transportation and welfare of Unit Commander during Annual Training Missions as a convoy Supply specialist and Lead Convoy driver. Provided support to maintenance platoon by performing minor maintenance needs to convoy and support vehicles. Provided support to administration (Non Commissioned Officers) NCO’s by in processing and issuing gear to new soldiers as well as out processing and collecting gear from departing soldiers. Show less
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Facility Support Admin III
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Oct 2013 - Mar 2014
Hired to support United States Army Material Command – Logistics Support Agency (USAMC-LOGSA). • Managed Multiple Program Lead Calendars • Managed Multiple Program Team Calendars • Managed DTS Travel for Program Director, Deputy, and Team Members • Organized and Present Documentation for Critical Meetings • Onboarded and Trained New Hires Hired to support United States Army Material Command – Logistics Support Agency (USAMC-LOGSA). • Managed Multiple Program Lead Calendars • Managed Multiple Program Team Calendars • Managed DTS Travel for Program Director, Deputy, and Team Members • Organized and Present Documentation for Critical Meetings • Onboarded and Trained New Hires
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Education
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Capella University
Bachelors, IT and Project Management -
2004 - 2007
Beattie Technical Institute
Commercial Artwork and Graphic Design, Commercial Artwork and Graphic Design -
2004 - 2007
North Hills Senior High School
Senior Graduate -
2008 - 2018
United States Army
Automated Logistics Specialist, Logistics/Government Procurement
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