Experience

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  Saic

  Apr 2007 - Sept 2011

  Buyer / procurement / consultant purchasing analyst/contract closeout specialist

  Buyer / Procurement / Consultant Purchasing AnalystDelivered procurement advice and service guidance to subject matter experts in support of NASA and FAA directors, scientists, and financial analysts in execution of prime contracts with US government agencies. Fulfilled purchasing functions using Costpoint for timely and effective acquisitions in compliance with requisition terms and conditions, verify regulatory and contractual FAR/DFAR compliance. Liaised with external consultants and internal program managers to oversee contractual communications and conflict resolutions. • Fulfilled all corporate requirements and achieved 100% accuracy in compliant files subject to DCAA audit.• Managed projects professionally while overseeing high volume of 200+ active consultants.Contract Close-out SpecialistDelivered complex contract and subcontract close-out support, assisting leaders in analyzing close-out information of highly complex government contracts. Collaborated across business units with colleagues from contract, procurement, accounts receivable, property, and security teams. Delivered strong analysis, problem solving, interpersonal communication, and meticulous organization; maintained positive subcontractor relationships to drive timely close-out documentation and invoice generation. Utilized multiple software applications, systems, and tools to obtain information and originate final documentation. • Handled projects efficiently and effectively under strict time constraints to deliver results by critical deadlines.• Maintained contracts with zero overages on organizational MOCAS listing.• Delivered quick turnaround procurement of IT and network components to fulfill prime Air Force contract. Show less

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  Science applications international corp

  Nov 2013 - Feb 2017

  Associate subcontract administrator

  Completed strategic purchasing and procurement projects to fill high-volume orders and execute subcontracts to align with business goals and objectives. Oversaw acquisition of tools, office supplies, technical equipment, raw materials, and other goods and services to support technology solutions, supply chain, and logistics operations.Created P-Card purchase orders and negotiated subcontract agreements. Served on proposal process team and oversaw requests for proposals (RFPs). Analyzed proposals to verify regulatory and contractual FAR/DFAR compliance. Forged and sustained supplier relationships and liaised with managers to learn acquisition requirements and creatively solve problems. Entered all subcontract details into purchasing system (Costpoint, SAP) to create purchase orders, change orders, invoice processing, and close-out procedures. Employed deep experience and keen business acumen to reach sound decisions and negotiate effectively with suppliers and subcontractors. Completed tasks independently with minimal training and oversight.• Leveraged strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with diverse customers, peers, and senior leaders.• Fulfilled all corporate requirements and achieved 100% accuracy in compliant files subject to DCAA audit. Show less

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  University of phoenix

  Sept 2017 - now

  Graduate student

  Sabbatical to complete Bachelor of Science in Business. Refined existing skillset including meticulous organization, multitasking, written communication, negotiation, consensus building, diplomacy, sound decision making, and creative problem-solving.