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Warminster, Pa

Lancaster, Pennsylvania Area

Supply Chain and SubcontractsResponsible for the procurement and on-time delivery of specialized components and services. Oversee scheduling and logistics of four multi-year contracts for the production of major munitions systems manufactured and assembled by three domestic and one European subcontractors. Managed and directed a materials team consisting of six professionals. Insured stabilized pricing by negotiating long term (five year) purchasing agreements with key subcontractors. Maintained sensitive information and documentation compliance for interacting with foreign subcontractors by developing working knowledge of Import/Export ITAR regulations. Realized average total materials cost reductions of 12% over anticipated projected savings for all contracts throughout the five year contract period.

Full department oversight including budgeting, staffing, compliance, strategic and tactical planning. Specifically responsible for procurement production scheduling, receipt and warehousing, inventory control and logistics of specialized components for seven fuse productions lines. Managed materials team of twelve professionals. Realized a 20% reduction in incoming Quality Assurance inspection costs, reduced staff and required inspection time by transitioning specific inspection responsibility to select "A List" suppliers. Coached and mentored staff fostering their career growth and facilitating the promotion of several members of the department to advanced positions within the department and to allied departments. Attained/retained Government DCMA Purchasing Process Certification by developing, implementing and documenting processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP'S) resulting in achieving consistent satisfactory ratings from government audits. Negotiated cost reductions of 10% "on average" above expectations year over year in total materials costs utilizing "win-win" negotiating strategies. Improved department visibility and overall performance, reduced staff, decreased costs, complaints and production down time by upgrading talent, focusing on strategic goals, introducing process improvements and upgrading management reporting tools.

Sociology, Social Work

Education record

Continuing Education Program