Elijah Gifford

Experience

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  Marine Corps Recruiting

  Sept 1998 - Jul 2003

  Electronic Technician

  - Set up communications using fiber optics as well as UHF, VHF, HF, and Satelite radios- Repaired and maintained UHF radios down to component level - Maintained and ordered bench stock repair parts and components- Kept detailed record logs on maintenance performed along with total man hours

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  US Army

  Jun 2004 - Oct 2015

  Supply Sergeant

  -Maintained accountability of government property-Maintained and filed records-Responsible for unit budget-Trained others on supply procedures-Advised superiors on supply related regulations

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  Sentel Corporation

  Jan 2017 - Mar 2017

  Asset Visibility Technician

  Worked as an Asset Visibility Technician for Theater Provided Equipment (TPE) for all Department of Defense equipment in Afghanistan where I was responsible for analyzing data for trends and accuracy and creating reports to be briefed up to higher. Created and maintained databases to more accurately track historical trends.

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  AECOM/AGS

  Mar 2017 - May 2018

  Led a team of 5 logistic analysis in the Theater Provided Equipment (TPE) Asset Visibility section in Afghanistan. Analyzed logistical data from multiple organizations for trends and accuracy and created databases using MS Access and MS Excel that saved time and effort on behalf of my team. Performed quality assurance and quality control checks on all reports generated by my team resulting in a more accurate snapshot of logistic data in the region that was valued at over $1.8 billion in equipment. Determined the need for, requested, and assigned UIC's, and DoDAACs to incoming units. Show less Performed logistical analysis operations in supply accountability and asset visibility procedures, and the resolution of issues. Worked within the framework of established supply regulations, policies, and procedures, or other governing supply management guidelines. Monitored and tracked Theater Provided Equipment (TPE) to Organizational property transfers, Class VII nonexpendable by Rolling Stock (RS) and Non-rolling Stock (NRS), and Class VII by Source of Supply (SOS). Tracked the Army R3 Top 20 Prioritization for assets across the CJOA. Performed property transfers data analysis, prepared detailed in depth analysis depicting the findings in power point charts. Performed serial number searches using LIW, PBUSE, conducting historical serial number queries matching items to a Financial Liability property Loss database. Performed analysis of equipment on hand requirements (Class IX, VIII, VII, IV and II), identifying potential shortages. Conducted monthly data base purges associated with the TPE Planner. Monitored and tracked key performance measures such as the number of documents processed, found on installations (FOI) completed, and overall property team performance in CJOA-Afghanistan. Tracked 401st Primary Hand Receipt Holder's UICs, monitoring on-hand quantities for RS Total, RS nominates, and RS not nominated. Ensured compliance with all properly authenticated directives within established guidelines to ensure accurate property accountability. Performed other duties as assigned to meet organizational/operational objectives. Show less

  • Master Supply Technician

    Jun 2017 - May 2018

  • Logistics Analyst

    Mar 2017 - Jun 2017
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  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  May 2018 - now

  Performs as the subject matter expert in the acquisition process for the Activations Department of the Orlando VA Medical Center by determining the right type of procurement vehicle to utilize that ensures that new facilities and major renovations are able to open on time and within budget. Essential in the planning and implementing of acquisition plans that ensure that items bought fit within the designated space according to building codes and meet the specifications to fulfill the staffs requirements to fulfill their job. Responsible for submitting and tracking of all procurement contracts for the Activations section to ensure the product fits the needs of the customer, is the correct amount, acceptable quality and is delivered on time. Performs as the Contracting Officer Representative for all contracts related to the Activations Department which involves oversight of contracts ensuring that they perform as per the contract and to ensure that all administrative tasks related to the contract are carried out as per the FAR, VAAR, and local regulations. Show less Subject matter expert in the acquisition process by determining the right type of federal procurement vehicle to utilize that ensures the customer receives the equipment and services in a timely and cost-effective manner. Essential in the planning and implementing of acquisition plans over multiple years to maintain current and future budgets ensuring that all aspects of the procurement have been considered including construction, maintenance costs, supporting manpower and other factors. Manages Customer relations, both internal and external, to ensure that the products procured meet all customer requirements and ensure that all contracting packets follow the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and supplemental VA regulations before submission. Perform gap analysis, cost benefit analysis, creates statements of work, create limited source justification if needed,and independent government cost estimates in the creation of contracting packets. Created an MS Access database with integrated features to better track multiple types of contract information for more accurate and timely reports. The database tracked contract suspense dates, overall expenditures,Contracting Officer Representative (COR) information, responsible Contracting Officer (CO), and the type of contract. Created additional databases that made it easier to determine what equipment and services are needed for the opening of new areas and departments along with what documentation is required for each and allowed for easy tracking as to the status of each procurement. Developed guidelines and procedures that streamlined reporting and tracking procedures to ensure that the contracts was meeting requirements. Show less Provides cradle to grave logistic support for all non-expendable equipment within the Hospital. Responsible for the onboarding and offboarding of personnel within the Supply Chain Management service line as the Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC) for email, VISTA, and MAXIMO. Eliminated the backlog of turned in equipment that was awaiting final disposition by organizing and then selling it through GSA Excess. Responsible for the purchase of equipment under $10,000 by the use of a Government Purchase card and anything between $10,001 and$250,000 through Medical Electronic Catalog (ECAT) and assisted by performing market research on all contracting actions above the $10,000 threshold. Coordinated and assisted in the annual inventories of over 36 Equipment Inventory Listings (EIL) by providing knowledge of best practice for maintaining property accountability that reduced the number of lost equipment reported. Assisted the Service Lines in procuring cost effective high-quality equipment by assisting in performing market research and negotiation with vendors to achieve the best savings. Show less

  • Aquisition Utilization Specialist

    May 2021 - now

  • Acquisition Utilization Specialist

    Oct 2019 - May 2021

  • Inventory Management Specialist

    May 2018 - Oct 2019