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Responsible for NELOGIS Global procurement, subcontracts and logistics department at OCONUS / CONUS projects in Africa, Middle East, Central and South America; led or participated in cross-functional team projects related to Procurement activities or in support of company initiatives, also handled the electing suppliers, developing strategic supplier relationships, leveraging total spend, placing orders and provide guidance on sourcing and procurement processes; Follow the procurement process from start to finish (RFQ, RFP, RFI, award, administration, closure). Ensure compliance with all purchasing documentation (compliant with internal policies, FAR, DFAR, public law, ITAR, etc.); Evaluate competitive bids on a lowest-price-technically-acceptable (LPTA) and best-value basis and award subcontracts/purchase orders to successful bidders under limited supervision. Develops and reviews specifications, statements of work, performance terms and accept/reject criteria. Negotiate with suppliers (price, schedules and terms and conditions); Develop a contract/agreement compliance process and ensure suppliers and Nelogis remain in compliance with contracts/agreements as required; evaluate customer RFPs / RFQs and ability to work with the management team to develop Supplier RFPs / RFQ’s to include Statements of Work, Technical/Quality Specifications, Deliverable Requirements and Schedules, Performance Assessment Requirements, Terms and Conditions, and proposal research and pricing requirements; Evaluate vendor proposals, conduct cost/price analyses, negotiate deviations from SOW’s, schedule, and terms and conditions, while working closely with Nelogis Proposal team; Develop Supplier proposal milestones and goals regarding submissions and ensure vendors comply with the schedule; Perform appropriate post-proposal submission duties to prepare the Supplier proposal files to ensure efficient and effective transition to awards.

• Maintain a working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and standard commercial procurement practices• Review purchase requisitions for clarity, compliance, detail, and completeness, and obtain additional information considered necessary.• Develop sourcing lists for various commodities to support the development of requests for information (RFIs), quotations (RFQs), proposals (RFPs) and invitations to bid and interview potential suppliers.• Review solicitation responses and perform relevant analyses to include price and cost, ensure conformity to Statement of Work, delivery terms, payment terms, and other terms and conditions of the procurement.• Part of the AFRICAP /ACOTA Task Orders proposal team.• Negotiate all aspects of the procurement including price, payment and delivery terms, quality requirements, and other factors with suppliers to achieve the best value procurement possible.• Generate Purchase Orders in final form for approval and signature.• Prepare and maintain complete Purchase Order files in accordance with Federal Acquisition policies, Corporate Procurement guidance, and other applicable references to ensure compliance throughout the procurement cycle.• Procure using streamlined acquisition methods such as purchase card transactions• Actively manage the procurement process from order placement through receipt of products and subsequent payment of invoices.• Actively manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions• Participate in the invoice approval process to ensure that supplier invoices are in accordance with purchase order terms and conditions, and resolve issues as necessary.• Plan, organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks to perform job functions in an orderly, efficient manner.

Support the Colombian Peace Process with FARC conducting all the procurement related to the activities, ensuring compliance with USAID/OTI and MSI Policies and procedures, sources and monitoring subcontractors’ and vendors’ contractual compliance, and coordinating procurement actions as outlined in MSI’s Procurement Field Guide. Assists with budget development for new activities and coordinates with the field teams on the delivery of procured goods and services.• Initiate Solicitations for Activity Level Procurements.• Coordinate with PDOs and Grants Specialists on item specifications/SOWs and budget.• Perform market research to find item specifications and appropriate vendors.• Initiate activity procurements as outlined in the Activity Manual Addendum, the Activity Cycle Flowchart and the Field Procurement Guide.• Track goods procured in the project inventory, documenting acquisition and distribution of all goods/services according to USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) and MSI policies.• Coordinate the implementation of contracts/procurement procedures; participate in bid-openings and technical and cost evaluations; and perform due diligence for awarded procurements.

Prepares solicitation documentation for complex acquisitions to include statements of work, terms and conditions, flow-down terms and conditions, bid or performance evaluation factors, and other measures incorporated into the Requests for Proposal as may be appropriate for the procurement. Interprets Subcontract requirements for the Proposal Management Team.Support proposal activities to include soliciting and negotiating quotes consistent with the capture strategy. Serves as the focal point when bids are received, and reviews both the technical and cost proposals.Negotiate Teaming Agreements (TA) and Non-disclosure Agreements (NDA) with selected teammates, vendors and consultantsConsults with PAE technical staff, and resolves matters of disagreement between PAE and the potential subcontractor.Consults with company staff representing the legal, technical, financial, and managerial interests of the subcontract award and technical performance.Ensures the receipt, accuracy and timeliness of subcontractor-submitted documents relating to the subcontract deliverables as well as monitoring performance relative to timeliness, cost considerations, and technical objectives.Prepares price and/or cost analyses using techniques other than adequate price competition.Prepares written reports, letters, and memorandum required for internal and external distribution.Provides formal procurement training to Procurement and Program personnelMentors the Buyers assigned to the team to include file review, on-the-job training, and overall program responsibilities.Serves as the primary point of contact for program personnel for GSCM.Responsible for day-to-day assignments and prioritization of team tasks.Coordinates subcontracting activities with various internal and external sources.

Support the effective operation of the GOAL Syria Logistics Department by managing all local, national and international procurement in Turkey and ensuring that all procurement is conducted in accordance with GOAL Logistics policies and procedures, relevant donor requirements, and in the spirit of obtaining the best Value for Money (VFM).Ensure that all procurement procedures in GOAL Syria offices are effectively followed in compliance with the GOAL Logistics Manual and relevant donor requirements;Closely manage all high-valued procurements; and national/international tenders ensuring a timely turn-a-round timeManage procurement staff, distributing tasks between them according to specialist areas, monitoring performance and providing ongoing training in roles and procedures;Monitor the progress of all orders, in particular following up orders awaiting approvals to ensure they do not get delayed in the system;Check and approve procurement paperwork prepared by relevant procurement staff;Manage the setup and maintenance of all procurement filing, electronic and hardcopy, and ensure that files are complete, correct, and include all relevant documentation to meet audit requirements;Ensure that the Anti-Terrorist Checks (ATC) file is complete and kept up to date, and ATCs for suppliers are renewed bi-annually;Organize regular local market surveys and ensure the Vendor Roster and other supplier information are kept up-to-date and referenced during the procurement process;Maintain costing data to enable budget holders to have easy access to prices for budget formulation;Implement improved systems and procedures for procurement as directed by the Logistics Manager and/or Logistics Coordinator;Assist the Logistics Manager to address issues related to procurement procedures that arise from internal audits and reviews.

Support the Colombian Peace Process by conducting all the procurement related to the activities, ensuring compliance with USAID/OTI and MSI Policies and procedures, sourcing and monitoring subcontractors’ and vendors’ contractual compliance, and coordinating procurement actions as outlined in MSI’s Procurement Field Guide. Assists with budget development for new activities and coordinates with the field teams on the delivery of procured goods and services.• Initiate Solicitations for Activity Level Procurements.• Coordinate with PDOs and Grants Specialists on item specifications/SOWs and budget.• Perform market research to find item specifications and appropriate vendors.• Initiate activity procurements as outlined in the Activity Manual Addendum, the Activity Cycle Flowchart, and the Field Procurement Guide.• Track goods procured in the project inventory, documenting acquisition and distribution of all goods/services according to USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) and MSI policies.• Coordinate the implementation of contracts/procurement procedures; participate in bid-openings and technical and cost evaluations; and perform due diligence for awarded procurements.

Responsible for cradle to grave Procurement / Subcontracts support including contributing to the development of the management strategies with the USAID - US Army and establishing sources of supply, negotiating price, delivery date, and other necessary commitments based upon authorized requisition that maintains consistency with the Program/Requisitioning Unit requirement and compliance with company policies and federal regulations for a USD $84M contract worth.• Implement all the procurement and Subcontract plans to support the Ebola must-go program.• Supported the Import process for more than 74 ambulances to support the program in the country.• help in the construction of 10 Ebola treatment units (ETU´s) around Liberia.• Generate price estimates for formal and informal proposal activities within the company.• Prepare the solicitation document for complex acquisitions to include statements of work, terms and conditions, flow-down terms and conditions, bid or performance evaluation factors, and other measures incorporated into the Requests for Proposal as may be appropriate for the procurement. Interprets Subcontract requirements for the Proposal Management Team.• Serve as the focal point when bids are received, and review both the technical and cost proposals.• Negotiate Teaming Agreements (TA) and Non-disclosure Agreements (NDA) with selected teammates, vendors and consultants.• Ensure the receipt, accuracy and timeliness of subcontractor-submitted documents relating to the subcontract deliverables as well as monitor performance relative to timeliness, cost considerations, and technical objectives.• Prepare price and/or cost analyses using techniques other than adequate price competition.distribution.• Provide formal procurement training to Procurement and Program personnel.• Coordinate subcontracting activities with various internal and external sources.• Provide leadership to less experienced Subcontract Administrators and Buyers.

Leads supply chain optimization, continuous improvement, implementation of best practices and change management. Plans and implements activities related to the timely, cost-effective procurement, movement, warehousing, inventory control, planning and quality control of supplies and materials. Oversees and provides strategic input regarding procurement operations. Develops policies and procedures to reduce costs, streamline processes and implement solutions. Performs a variety of routine training, supervising, and consulting duties for procurement of materials, equipment, parts and services for DynCorp International, LLC for the Afghanistan Civilian Support Service (ACAS) program.• Review purchase requisitions and place orders with approved suppliers for routine purchases.• Review of documents and selection of the most suitable supplier for the stated purchase.• Establish strong, visible and effective input for optimizing all of supply; negotiate price, delivery date, and other necessary commitments based upon authorized requisition that maintain consistency with the Program/Requisitioning Unit requirement and compliance with Company policies and Federal Regulations.• Provide guidance and information to requesters that includes communication of procurement actions and assist with special or complex requirements.• Maintain systems to ensure follow-up and administration of purchase orders and subcontract files consistent with the priorities of the requester.• Maintain good supplier relationships, working to meet socio-economic goals, and at all times acting with complete integrity.• Maintain procurement records and recommend procedural changes to improve procurement results.• Provide direction to other organizations on cost proposals to address different requests: RFP, RFI & RFQ).• Review procurement records to ensure compliance with the FAR, DI Directives and ACAS procedures.

• Directs, monitors and assists programs with the day-to-day procurement control operations to include compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and PAE Procurement Policies and Procedures• Provides advice, guidance, or liaison services to assigned location(s) with implementation, interpretation and compliance of the Property Management and Control Plan for PAE to include general direction to the offsite Program Managers.• Reviews and approves procurement control reports required by the government.• Leads in the resolution of significant procurement control disputes and claim issues.• Establishes procurement staffing requirements for both the immediate department and all program assignments• Develops training criteria and performs training for staff and program procurement control personnel• Assures all new employees receive instructions on procurement control procedures during the new employee orientation process.• Coordinates with Business Development all procurement requirements for new program proposals.• Coordinates with the Contracts department to ensure all procurement transactions are properly documented/disbursed during contract closure.• Supervise, schedule, and instruct warehouse personnel to perform proper work techniques and procedures to support Statement of Work requirements.• Coordinate with Warehouse Managers and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations• Supervise the preparation of material control and accounting input for data processing and review output documents • Inspect and evaluate inventory management activities • Manage distribution and filing of receipt, issue, turn-in, and salvage records• Implement and manage an effective customer service program

•Responsible for oversight of the various functional areas of Government Property, Acquisition, Receiving, Identification, Records, Movement, Storage, Physical Inventories, Reporting, Consumption, Utilization, Maintenance, Sub-Contracts, Disposition, and Property Close-Outs.•Identify, eliminate and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage using safety standards, best management practices and analytical techniques.•Implement preventive measures and recommend improvement on the unsafe conditions/materials/equipment.•Define or recognize the dimension of the problems, collect the necessary data, establish the facts, and take or recommend action based on the application or interpretation of established guidelines. • Part of the Des-cope team working on the PRP (property relocation plan) around the DynCorp Logcap IV project. • Effectively implement the appropriate life cycle functions of LOGCAP IV and Property Management.• Perform oversight and monitoring of any assigned functional area within the Property, i.e. acquisition, identification, maintenance, records, etc. for the control, care, and accountability of DI-owned and Government property. • Research of catalog, manufacturer manual, or similar documents and validate the proper item or price.• Gather and track Loss, Damage, Destruction, or Theft (LDDT) reports from our subcontractors making sure information is reviewed, screened, and processed in a timely manner to the Property Manager, • Liaison with Subcontractors, Site Manager, and other logistics management personnel to ensure property processes and procedures are followed. • Perform physical inventories, and periodic spot checks; maintain and reconcile discrepancies within equipment account(s)• Manage and track the property database accuracy for the contract and oversight of equipment. • Supervise the receiving department and incoming new equipment tag process onsite and register the equipment into the base system.

• Manage the Inventory of Fuels & Fuel Commodities, Food, purchasing, procurement, household, stationery, IT and vehicle spare parts in all UNSOA projects.• Container Inbound Tracking for all businesses within Supreme Logistics from Port of Shipment to all outbound distribution centers within Somalia and control that data integrity and accurateness of the Container Status Report is guaranteed.• Participate in the daily Ops Meeting during the absence of the Supply Chain Manager. Answering pertaining questions in relation to the Inbound Supply Chain.• Hazard identification and Risk assessment. • Liaising daily with the carriers and their subcontractors on the ground to ensure the above tasks are achieved.• Develop. Coordinate and conduct safety and health training on-site.• To coordinate with operations facilitating the container inbound receiving and ensuring the containers were offloaded and released timely.• To ensure the daily, weekly and monthly reports are accurate and distributed to the relevant parties as required. • Managing a team of 10 professional buyers. • Control of all the RFI / RFP / RFQ process.• Responsible for Order Placement Timing, Supply / Demand Alignment, Material Replenishment and Supplier Performance. • Continuously monitoring, evaluating and improving supplier performance. • Sourcing the most affordable materials for the company’s manufacturing process. • Review purchase requisitions and place orders with approved suppliers for routine purchases.• Review of documents and selection of the most suitable supplier for the stated purchase.• Establish strong, visible and effective input for optimizing all of supply; negotiate price• Maintain and order supplies, checking deliveries of material orders and coordinating distribution of delivered supplies• Projecting stock levels. • Reviewing tenders and bids. • Controlling the purchasing budget. • Developing sourcing strategies.

• Responsible for coordinating motor pool, Prokey Fuel control, Transportation Operations, dispatch and wash rack control and operations on a daily basis.• Experienced in HSE, maintenance, logistics. • Knowledge of all DRMO, LDD and procedures that apply to TMP cars. • Updated all vehicle dispatch logs and daily/weekly utilization records prior to dispatch of vehicles. • Maintained vehicle dispatching database utilizing the MAXIMO system. • Experienced in leading day-to-day activities of multiple departmental and functional activities.• Worked in conjunction with production control to ensure that all the maintenance and parts were working properly to keep the mission available at all times. • Ensured all forms were closed out at the end of the month and new forms were prepared for all vehicles.• Experienced in providing leadership to cause the creation of organizational structure and processes required to fully implement the requirements of services, and responsible for the execution of activities, and quality assurance.• Maintained data required for reports, such as mileage, passengers transported, and accidents. • Directed vehicle operations as necessary to accomplish any valid requirement. • Coordinated maintenance of vehicles with TMP customers and the Maintenance Department ensuring all documentation was complete.• Oversee the wash rack operations including all the BSVE cleanliness, safety, and all hazardous material controls. • Assisted the Transportation Supervisor in planning, directing, and coordinating transportation operations.

• Supervise the Buying Team in providing an efficient procurement service to the business • Effectively manage nominated key suppliers - castings, tubing, sheet metal, fabrications, etc. • Lead the activities of the Buying Team. Support the Purchasing Manager in developing procurement strategies and supplier agreements.• Sourcing, selecting and negotiating new suppliers (USA, Colombia and Low-Cost Countries).• Lead cost reduction projects.• Represent the Purchasing Department in NPI (New Product Introduction) initiatives.• Set up and maintain Supplier Agreements for existing and new suppliers.• Manage the Vendor Rating system. • Develop supplier relationships by holding regular meetings and annualized visits for key suppliers.• Carry out advance supply planning with suppliers.• Communicate forecasted demand information with suppliers.• Inventory management of suppliers.• Lead research and benchmarking activities for commodity areas.• Lead supplier rationalization programs and manage supplier re-sourcing Apply and control all the transactions under the FAR.• Assigns duties; instructs and supervises fielding team in proper procedures and work techniques.• Plans and analyzes operational data and reports to ascertain the degree of conformity with established policies, work standards and procedural directives.• Supervises preparation of material control and accounting input for data processing and reviews output documents.• Inspects and evaluates inventory management activities.• Directs personnel in the performance of warehousing, inventory, supply, and daily workflow instructions.• Manages distribution and filing of records for established accounts.• Implements and manages an effective customer service program.• Prepares reports on materials, supplies and equipment availability, storage space, and relocation of material.• Experience in dealing with asset management, warehouse processes, and distribution administration is required.