Dawn Jewell # Senior Principal Material Analyst / Contracts Manager Location United StatesDesired Salary UnspecifiedWork preference Full TimeLinksNot setStatus Actively looking Field / Industry Finance & Accounting * SharePreferences:Relocation: NoNotice Period: ImmediateSkill Assessments:This user has not passed any tests yet Languages: English - Report [Overview](#overview) ## About Me I am a seasoned negotiator with over 30 years of experience in financial analysis and full life-cycle management of contracts for Federal government and commercial entities. I am proactive and results-oriented, with extensive knowledge of FAR, TINA, and CAS regulations. I specialize in working independently as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals. I enjoy mentoring colleagues and fostering a team atmosphere that drives collective success. Throughout my career, I have managed complex contracts and material control accounts, including overseeing costs and receipts for large-scale production projects such as the Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and Air Defense Reconfigurable Trainer (ART) awards for the US Army. I have developed and implemented risk mitigation plans for global supply chains and have consistently enhanced financial transparency through detailed variance and forecasting reports. My experience includes reviewing and administering subcontracts for both international suppliers and high-dollar US vendors, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and achieving significant cost savings. I have led high-visibility contract negotiations and terminations, demonstrating strong contract risk management skills. Additionally, I have contributed to proposal teams, issued RFPs, and negotiated terms to improve contract performance and operational efficiency. I have held leadership roles where I mentored new hires and provided targeted training to improve team cohesion and efficiency. My background also includes managing business operations, writing policies and procedures, and negotiating with subcontractors to reduce procurement costs and improve operational workflows. I hold a Master’s degree in Management & Leadership and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Western Governors University. I am committed to continuous improvement and delivering value through effective contract and supply chain management. ## Skills ### [Vendor Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/vendor-management.md)[Contract Negotiation](https://jobicy.com/talent/contract-negotiation.md)[Supply Chain Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/supply-chain-management.md) ## Education Western Governors University 2021 Master of Management & Leadership Western Governors University 2020 Bachelor of Business Management ## Experience Senior Principal Material Analyst @ Northrop Grumman Mar 2024 - Present 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. Senior Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist @ Northrop Grumman Mar 2021 - Mar 2024 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. Principal Project Controls Specialist @ Parsons Corporation Mar 2019 - Mar 2021 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. Senior Subcontract Administrator @ ManTech Mar 2018 - Mar 2019 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. Contracts Manager @ CoSolutions, Inc. Nov 2016 - Feb 2018 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. Contracts Administrator @ Pragmatics, Inc. Jun 2016 - Nov 2016 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. Business Process Manager/Owner @ UnRuly Sports Aug 2014 - Jan 2016 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.