Marlon D. Cooper, FAC-C Level 3 Contracting, DML (CSM (R))

Experience

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  US Army

  Jul 1991 - Sept 2008

  Served as Contingency Contracting Officer/Plans & Operations NCOIC for the 606rd Senior Contingency Contracting Team (SCCT); responsible for providing expeditionary contracting support for military operations and exercises conducted by USARPAC and PACOM; provided contracting support in garrison for the Army military communities, advised Team Leader and Brigade level mission Commanders on availability, location and condition of commercial supplies in support of the Warfighters mission; solicited, evaluated, awarded and administered contracts adhering to applicable laws, statutes and the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Warranted Contingency Contracting Officer (CCO).• Led contract support planning and coordination and developed command standard operating procedures, plans, orders, and contract-related policies • Saved the US Government over $250K by conducting insightful market research and practices • Provided pre-award and post award contract administration support in a fast-paced multi-task environment • Established, expedited, and reviewed procurement packages including unique, emergent and complex requirements to meet timely and technical needs of the acquisitions; analyzed the effectiveness of logistics and vendor support services • Advised on pre-negotiation positions, determined the types of contracts and negotiation authority to be used, prepared applicable justification and adhered to negotiation plans to facilitate savings for DoD Show less Served as the Logistics Manager for the Joint Logistics Command (JLC) Combined Task Force forward deployed to Afghanistan; managed 5 Supply Support Activities (SSA) warehouses, 6882 lines of Authorized Stockage List (ASL) valued at over $51M+.• Collaborated with leadership in developing supply chain management strategies; expedited and coordinated the movement of critical supplies and equipment to and from theater• Expertly managed 5 Supply Support Activities (SSAs) warehouses with 6882 lines of ASL valued at $51M; ensured that over $30M in referrals were efficiently processed • Coordinated air movement and single-handedly provided logistics support for a 12 personnel Mobile Maintenance Team (MMT) that conducted over 30 missions across Afghanistan • Maintained 100% accountability of over $29M worth of mission essential parts and equipment expedited to and from Afghanistan • Performed over 15 sling load missions pushing critical parts equipment to numerous Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) and Provincial Reconstruction Teams (PRTs) throughout Afghanistan • Managed a $1.2M DHL account that was theater’s primary source for expediting parts and equipment • Key player in the establishment of the “Channel Flight” that delivered 18 AF pallets of CL IX weekly from Kuwait to Afghanistan Show less

  • Contingency Contracting Officer

    Dec 2006 - Sept 2008

  • Logistics Manager/92A Logistics Specialist (PVT - MSG)

    Jul 1991 - Nov 2006
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  USCENTCOM

  Sept 2008 - Sept 2009

  Contingency Contracting Noncommissioned Officer In-Charge

  Served as the Senior Contracts Manager/NCOIC of the Victory Regional Contracting Center (VRCC), Baghdad, Iraq in support of OPERATION IRAQI FREDDOM; supervised and provided life-support to 29 Soldiers, Airman, Marines, and DA Civilians that executed over 4000 contract actions valued over $450M; managed and provided training for over 750 Field Ordering Officers; provided contracting support for over 90,000 Coalition forces conducting combat and stability support operations in Iraq; responsible for contract support planning, solicitations, evaluating offers and administration of contracts up to $1M warrant level; ensured contracts are in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation.• Directed and provided training for 750+ Field Ordering Officers (FOO) and Contracting Officer Representatives (COR) on procurement policies, processes, and procedures; provided contracting support for over 90,000 personnel • Monitored quality assurance surveillance plans to ensure that contracted services met the expectations and needs of the Stakeholders • Maintained accountability for contract support planning, solicitations, evaluating offers and administration of contracts up to $1M warrant level; ensured all contracts followed Federal Acquisition Regulations • Provided meticulous oversight of over $450M in transactions for supply and services in support of military operations in Iraq Show less

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  US Army

  Sept 2009 - Jul 2011

  Acting Brigade Command Sergeant Major

  Served as the Senior Contracting Advisor/Brigade Sergeant Major to the Principle Assistant Responsible for Contracting(PARC)/Brigade Commander; committed to USARPAC area of operations; advised the Commander on all matters related to policy, planning, strategy, guidance, equal opportunity, assigning, counseling, training, resources, retention, health, welfare, readiness, discipline and professional development of 23 Military and 77 Civilians assigned. Led the command in the management and execution of over 6000 contract actions worth in excess of $600M annually; ensured contracts are in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Level III DAWIA Contracting Certified.• Led the area organization in the management and execution of 6K+ contract actions, valued more than $600M annually; ensured contracts are in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) • Assisted the management of the annual obligation of $400M in contract funding that ensured fiscal year obligation goals were met • Expertly assisted with the management of the annual obligation of over $600M in contract funding ensuring fiscal year obligation goals were met • Created a multi-component developmental program to enhance the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the total workforce; identified changes to governing regulations and conflicting directives • Detailed manager who simplified processes, reduced unnecessary expenses while accomplishing organizational goals Show less

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  US Army

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2017

  Responsible for the Leader Development and training of 145 military personnel and 279 civilian personnel that were geographically dispersed across nine strategically–placed Military Installations. • Provided contracting solutions and Life Support to areas of operations that supported 250,000 soldiers, civilians, and families.• Maintained critical oversight and management of all area organization’s executions of 55K+ contracting actions, valued in excess of $1.1B annually • Displayed a strong business acumen by obligating over $500M in taxpayer’s funds that were spent on contracting supplies and services for Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) • Frequently selected to lead challenging projects and develop innovative solutions, while managing top performing teams that deliver impressive performance Show less Advised senior leadership on all matters related to policy, planning, strategy, guidance, equal opportunity, assigning, counseling, training, resources, retention, health, welfare, readiness, discipline and professional development for 23 Military and 77 Civilians assigned.• Led the area organization in the management and execution of 6K+ contract actions, valued in excess of $600M annually; ensured contracts are in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation• Assisted the management of the annual obligation of $400M in contract funding that ensured fiscal year obligation goals were met Show less

  • Brigade Command Sergeant Major

    Sept 2013 - Aug 2017

  • Battalion Command Sergeant Major

    Jun 2012 - Sept 2013
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  USCENTCOM

  Feb 2015 - Sept 2015

  Command Sergeant Major

  Selected to serve as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commanding General of the Central Command Joint Theater Support Contracting Command; conducted strategic analysis and recommended courses of action aligned with the vision of the Commanding General • Provided contracting support to over 55,000 personnel, as well as oversight for over 2.5K+ contract actions, valued at over $1.1B+ • Provided meticulous oversight of over $1.1B+ in transactions for supply and services in support of military operations in Afghanistan • Established a strategic base-line and acquisition forum amongst all required activities and installation leaders to streamline processes • Maintained a flawless safety and security record with zero reportable accidents or incidents during the deployment; safely redeployed the Brigade back to home station Show less

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  Parsons Brinckerhoff in the USA (now WSP USA)

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2017

  FEMA Residential Inspector - Disaster Recovery

  Supported FEMA as a nationwide housing inspection services contractor by inspecting homes damaged as a result of a presidentially declared emergency or natural disaster (Hurricane Harvey). Conducted over 100 home inspections across the Houston area.• Independent contractor responsible for all aspects regarding contacting FEMA Applicants, coordinating schedules and performing disaster related home inspections for properties damaged by Hurricane Harvey. • Authenticated damages to the interior and exterior, documented losses and compiled photographic evidence utilizing Automated Construction Estimator software to catalog applicant’s information, itemize all losses and categorize specific damages to property. Show less

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  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  Apr 2018 - Apr 2019

  Contract Specialist

  Provides cradle-to-grave contracting support utilizing the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Veterans Administration Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) as the basis for contract guidance. Performs acquisition strategy planning, requirements reviews, PWS/SOW development, and market research analysis. Prepares solicitations, handles contract file documentation, contract research, analysis and policy review, guidance, and regulations to make sound contracting recommendations to the Contracting Officer. Utilizes Electronic Contract Method System (eCMS), Invoice Presentment and Payment System (IPPS) and Integrated Funds Distribution and Control Point Activity Accounting and Procurement (IFCAP) to research and execute a myriad of contract actions. Processes contract modifications to exercise options, correct contract language, de-obligate excess funds, and perform contract close-out procedures. Issues Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), Sources Sought notices, etc. via the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) web posting site. Conducted public bid openings, reviews bids and determined responsiveness and responsibility of low bidder in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements when using sealed bidding. Coordinated with the appropriate Agency, Service Area Office (SAO), Network Contract Office (NCO), or Small Business Administration (SBA) Small Business Liaison on matters relevant to all aspects of socio-economic goal requirements. Coordinates with business partners, offerors and team members to prepare, issue, evaluate, and execute contracts in support of the Veterans Administration’s mission. FAC-C Level III Certified in Contracting. Show less