Senior Principal Material Analyst / Contracts Manager

Managed material control accounts for Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and Air Defense Reconfigurable Trainer (ART) awards under the IBCS contract, overseeing costs and receipts for 140+ builds for the US Army. Conducted monthly variance, ETC, and EAC reporting to business management, enhancing financial transparency and decision-making. Collaborated with Global Supply Chain team to develop tracking sheets for awarded delivery orders, improving material readiness and control. Developed risk mitigation plans for global supply chain (GSC) requirements under awarded work and monitored these risks monthly for burn down and issues.

Reviewed all cost proposals from subcontractors for compliance to requirements matrix. Administered subcontracts for international suppliers and high-dollar US vendors, ensuring compliance with FAR, TINA, and CAS, achieving cost savings of $1.8M or 11% of department total. Led a high-visibility termination for convenience, negotiating extensively and involving all levels of both companies, enhancing contract risk management. Mentored new hires through targeted training and communication, contributing to team cohesion and efficiency.

Provided detailed financial documentation for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy, resulting in improved financial transparency. Managed all financial tracking, including ETC/EAC management, monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets, and forecasting, enhancing decision-making processes. Developed and implemented risk assessments and mitigation plans, improving risk management and control for supported programs.

Sat on proposal teams to determine subcontractor needs, issued RFPs, reviewed cost proposals, and negotiated terms. Acted as the primary point of contact for awarded subcontractors, ensuring compliance with FAR, TINA, and CAS, and resolving issues promptly. Enhanced operational efficiency through effective subcontractor management and streamlined processes.

Served as the sole contracts manager for a small women-owned joint venture, interfacing with government contract staff and potential subcontractors, ensuring compliance with FAR, TINA, and CAS. Processed termination notifications for support staff on a $2M support services contract, enhancing contract risk management and operational efficiency. Reviewed all government contracts for new awards, notifying program managers of specifics, and contributing to informed decision-making and strategic procurement processes.

Issued Non-disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring compliance with requirements matrices and enhancing contract management efficiency. Reviewed and evaluated responses to RFPs, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic procurement processes. Negotiated terms and conditions with subcontractors, achieving cost savings and improving overall contract performance.

Managed all aspects of business operations, including writing business policies and procedures, enhancing operational efficiency by 85%. Negotiated with subcontractors for printing, merchandise, and sublimation, achieving cost savings of 47%. Purchased all supplies, ensuring timely availability and reducing procurement costs by 26% through purchasing agreements with local businesses.