Supply Chain & Procurement Manager

Certified Supply chain Professional, December 2016, APICS

Master of Business Administration, December 2013, Radford University, Radford, VA (3.3/4.0) 

Bachelor of Business Administration, December 2011, Roanoke College, Salem, VA

Minor:  Economics

Federal Procurement Manager, MSA Security, Winchester, VA., December, 2020 – Present

Support the mission of the Diplomatic Security Canine Training & Operations Center (DSCTOC) by managing all aspects of procurement and sub-contracts while adhering to FAR/DFARS and other government regulations. Coordinate with mission and corporate leadership to leverage strategic purchasing and sub-contracts with local, national, and international suppliers to reduce costs and drive value for internal stakeholders and the end customer.

Procurement Agent, Boeing Defense, Space and Security, Fairfax, VA., March, 2019 – December 2020

Support Boeing’s Defense and Space programs by managing the procurement processes from request and bid creation to contract execution, receipt of goods, and payment of invoices. Perform price analyses, source selection and lead formal negotiations on contracts. Review purchasing processes/documents for compliance and manage supplier performance to ensure proper adherence to terms and conditions. Provide procurement support for proposal efforts as required and ensure FAR/DFARS compliance.

Facilities and Corporate Asset Manager, IBTS – Institute for Building Technology and Safety, Ashburn, VA., May, 2017 – September, 2018

Manage IBTS facilities, fleet and operational assets by working with internal and external stakeholders to plan, procure and manage operations, projects and organizational initiatives. Manage the assets of eight divisions ($8.5 Million). Provide budget inputs and oversee approved budget ($2.5 Million). Select vendors, negotiate terms, and achieve cost reduction objectives. Communicate to executive officers the business need of procurements and the due diligence performed. Manage a fleet of 70+ vehicles and associated fuel card program. Support remote office sites totaling approximately 50, 000 square feet across the United States. Manage company electronic device agreements, purchasing, and maintenance.

Assistant Director of Operations, The College Board, Washington D.C., December, 2015 – May, 2017

Provide logistical, operational, and administrative support of the Washington Office and the Global Policy, Advocacy, and Communications division.  Be responsible for overall management of the office. This includes: facilities management, hardware and software provisioning, meeting and conference coordination, procurement, contracting, supply, and accounts payable procedures via Lawson and Novatus ERP’s. Facilitate solutions to daily logistical and operational issues that arise within the office and division. Fulfill role as main liaison and interface for vendors and customers. Interview and hire employees for the division. Constantly improve processes of the division. Manage and negotiate all contracts for the division and office ($3.1 million).

Procurement Specialist, The College Board, Reston VA, June, 2015 – December 2015

Facilitate the processing of requisitions and purchase orders of staff for services, and commodities. Create and participate in execution of sourcing strategies, industry and supplier research, bidding, and supplier selection. Ensure that material, goods, labor, equipment and supplies are delivered and maintained. Provide effective and economical support for service delivery activities and fulfillment of identified business requirements. Work with the Directors of Strategic Sourcing, Contracts Management, Accounts Payable and Receiving to improve logistical and operational processes. Manage the inventory system master files and maintained data integrity within the Procurement Information System (Lawson, Novatus).

Supply Chain Technician, Frontpoint Security, Vienna, VA, September, 2014 – June, 2015

Manage and fulfill customer orders during the order lifecycle to ensure efficient and correct order processing. Manage company inventory and warehouse, creating invoices and quality checks to ensure there are enough products to fulfill customer orders using demand projections. Interface with suppliers (Uline, ARC, Arnold’s, Edist, ADC) to receive, count and input company orders into the warehouse and inventory system and provide quality assurance.

General Manager, Cork and Fork Wine Merchants, Gainesville, VA, February, 2012- September 2014

Operate all functions of a retail wine shop including employee management, inventory management, marketing, ordering, procurement, logistics, contract management and negotiation, and customer/supplier relations. Manage social media outlets using Hootsuite program to drive sales and create business. Create and manage events, marketing strategies, and promotions to increase sales. Serve as liaison for negotiating and ordering with suppliers.

Warranty Supervisor, Toll Brothers, Aldie, VA, June 2011-August 2012

Inspect and address construction warranty claims to ensure compliance with policy and customer expectations. Solve customer service complaints and execute fulfillment of warranty claims.  Direct laborers in the execution of projects while managing progress reports and milestone expenses to ensure efficiency and quality. Ensure projects met with compliance codes and OSHA. Manage the supply needs and operational processes of two to five separate work crews, including purchasing and negotiation with suppliers.

Operations Manager, Roanoke College, August 2008 – December 2011

Direct employees in the preparation, execution, and cleanup of events to ensure execution and customer satisfaction. Manage operations and logistics of the Colket Center to ensure operational efficiency and ability to meet changing demand. Oversee and monitor events to provide quick response and troubleshooting. Conduct process evaluation and improvement across all departments and processes of operations. Serve as main liaison with outside suppliers and customers in purchasing furniture and other materials for use in the Colket Center.

• Process Improvement
• • Project Management
• • Procurement Operations
• • Microsoft Office Suite
• • Business Development
• • Supply Chain Management
• • Facilities Management
• • Warehouse Management
• • Operations Management
• • Vendor/Supplier Relations
• • Fleet Management
• • Contract Negotiation & Management
• • Collaboration
• • Budgeting

Communication with various shareholders, Contract Management, Facilities management, Process Creation, Project optimization, System Implementation

Communication with various shareholders, Contract Management, Facilities management, Process Creation, Project optimization, System Implementation

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