Providing Business, Program & Supply Chain Management Consulting services to the Government, Government Contractors (including Subcontractors) and the Research & Development industries.Consulting services include: • Program/Project Management• Supply Chain Management & Integration• Training and Development • Business Process Creation• Strategic Sourcing• Risk & Opportunity Management• Negotiation Strategy & Execution• Contract & Subcontract Management• Lean Six Sigma• Executive-Level Presentations• Business• Cost and Financial Analysis• Managing Human Capital• Continuous Improvement• Entrepreneurship & Innovation• Leadership• FAR/DFAR• Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR)• Proposal Development & Analysis

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Selected as a 2021 & 2022 Awards Night honoree for contributions to Affordability through support to a critical Emerging Technology Program Selected as the Lead Subcontract Program Manager for the LM Space Centers of Excellence rapid prototyping organization Responsible for the Cost, Technical, and Schedule performance of the Subcontract Non-Labor & Labor of the LM400 Space Vehicle Technical Demonstration 2022 & 2024 missions Collaborated with the LM Space Supply Chain Compliance organization to reduce the cycle time of awarding subcontracts in support of Indirect & Commercial spend Lockheed Martin Fellow Nominee which is corporate-wide recognition of world-class engineers and technologists Authored an Emerging Technology Program Subcontract Management Plan, setting the Supply Management strategy for the entire Program Commissioned and led an integrated, multi-disciplinary team empowered to take full responsibility for product development and subcontract management Authored multiple technical and programmatic requirements documents including Statements of Work, task descriptions, and performance specifications Reduced a subcontractor’s proposal by $330M through negotiation and personal integration into all aspects of the subcontractor’s program management, business, and proposal processes Control Account Manager (CAM) and Program Manager responsible for all aspects of major subcontract execution (cost, schedule, technical, quality) and full integration of the subcontract work scope within the program Responsible for the seamless integration of Supply Chain, Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Business organizationsParticipated in multiple transformation and process improvement initiatives as a Supply Chain Subject Matter Expert including Digital Transformation, Model Based Acceleration Initiative, and OneLM Common Design - Procurement & AP Analytics

Lead a team of 14 Subcontracts Administrators and Managers in support of SNC’s space business which includes space vehicles, space mechanisms and small satellites, as well as emerging advanced programs.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Ownership of all subcontracting activities (> $1 Billion in spend) inside Space Systems GroupStrengthen the contracting acumen among of the staff, identify and reduce risk relative to major subcontracts, and to lead the team through challenging change order management activityManage the team of subcontracts professionals through coaching and leadershipCoordinate and align with site leadership, program management and supplier program managementStructure subcontracts to meet SNCs objectives including profit targets, risk reduction and compliance with all applicable internal procedures, laws and regulationsGoal setting for the subcontracts team including metrics rolling up to Corporate goalsLead proposal activities in support of subcontract pricing, scope definition, contract structure and internal gate reviewsDetermine, establish and maintain periodic reporting requirements for relevant performance metricsEnsure Audit Readiness, and maintain US Govt CPSR approvalEvaluate and negotiate complex terms and conditions and issue FFP, T&M and Cost Plus type subcontractsWork with Program Managers to establish Non-Disclosure Agreement's, develop qualified sources, request pricing and delivery, competitively select suppliers, document procurement action and place purchase orders/subcontractsDevelop alternate sources, ensuring continuity of supply, consistency of quality, and competitive pricingMeet with key suppliers to understand their capabilities, and to ensure SNC is contracting in an effective way

Responsible for the procurement operations of the Space Group which includes 20 + product lines and three locationsImplemented a category/commodity management sourcing approach to effectively execute and leverage opportunities in an exponential growth environment Led the successful growth of the procurement team from four to eleven personnel through recurring structured training and deliberate personnel developmentLed the procurement systems and process integration of a subsidiary with unique products and processes into the Space GroupRationalized the supply base of the Fabricated Parts, Complex Assemblies, Services, and Equipment & Tooling categories through requirements evaluation, objective identification and performance analyticsEstablished a recurring review of team key performance indicators to establish a culture of high performance and accountabilityEstablished and implemented sourcing and supplier management tactics and process to meets cost, quality, schedule and technical requirementsImplemented integrated (requestor, operator and stakeholder) sourcing strategy and execution meetings to ensure effective communication and informed sourcing decisionsExecuted multiple long term agreements to ensure supply, maximize economic order quantity and optimize procurement transaction efficiencyImplemented near and long term team concepts of operations in line with business area & corporate goals & objectives and industry best practices

Program lead for development and execution of sourcing strategies liable for >$300M in annual spendResponsible for management, staffing and performance of strategic sourcing teams and evaluation of proposed strategies Responsible for Engagement and alignment of customers and organizational stakeholders Acts as a market intelligence provider regarding sources of supply and strategic opportunitiesDeveloped and executed appropriate internal and sourcing service level requirementsEstablished Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track & monitor performance and to develop sourcing strategies Established project management processes to support a Category Management Supply Chain Management Strategy; Categories achieved a >30% cost & cycle time reduction

Manage a team of 10+ personnel with the Supply Chain Management responsibilities for over 14,000 line items, 100+ vendors, and an annual spend of over $50MResponsible for end-to-end Supply Chain strategy & execution including: Operations & Forecasting, Quality & Process Control, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Performance Management and LogisticsResponsible for: Selecting, orienting, and training personnel; Communicating job expectations; Planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; Coaching, counseling, and developing personnelResponsible for: Developing, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, procedures, and productivity standards; Formulating department objectives and strategies; Strategic sourcingEntry level hiring manager for the Supply Chain organizationRecognized as a subject matter expert as a member of the Procurement Operations Council which is responsible for the optimization of the procurement process Recognized as a model leader and selected to participate in the Management Operating System WorkshopsMentor personnel through accompanying, sowing, catalyzing, showing and harvesting techniques

Managed subcontracts totaling well over $750 Million. Selected as an elite Subcontract Manager for the largest subcontractor to United Launch Alliance. Employ project management techniques in the management of multi-million dollar subcontracts, resulting in award for 25% cycle time improvementDevelop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized EELV Avionics, Engines and Motors materials, equipment, and servicesExperience with executing and managing a multitude of contract types including FFP, FPIF, T&M Labor Hour, CPIF, CPAF Participate on multiple continuous improvement teams, resulting in an award for achieving savings of over $80 thousand per mission by optimizing supply chain strategiesNegotiate pricing, requirements, terms and conditions of subcontracts, resulting in tens of millions of dollars in savings and consistent successful project completion Provide technical guidance and mentoring as an SAP Super User Prepare bid packages, conduct bidders' conferences, analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, tender responses, and administer resulting subcontracts Manage complex foreign subcontracts that included Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA) and coordination with the United States Department of State and the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) Proficient knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) with an emphasis in part 15, and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Honorably served as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom in the European Union, Kuwait, Qatar, and Iraq.As a Non-Commissioned Officer, directly responsible for material planning, inventory control and managing human capital.Supervised, trained, and evaluated 10 personnel, supporting over 100,000 troops in two countries, managing an inventory list of over 5,000 line items, and material assets valued at $100M (including complex equipment and sensitive items).Managed the value stream to ensure product and personnel support for mission requirements.Implemented a supply chain management program to reduce risk of operating in a remote environment, which documented new purchasing processes regarding piece part and complex equipment that specified the approach to react to critical shortages.Created procurement relationships with local vendors to act as a supplement to existing supply lines.Conducted Make-or-Buy analyses on non-complex equipment and piece parts, which determined the internal capability of machine and fabrication shops would be able to support the requirements of an isolated outpost in a more efficient manner than the available limited supply chain.Authored statements of works that were included within the related contracts defining the scope of a vehicle maintenance program, sanitation service, transportation service, security service, construction service and multiple material requirements.Conducted the resultant source selection using evaluation criteria consisting of professional references, technical capability, and performance risk. Demonstrated knowledge of the Military/Government organization and culture.Routinely successfully navigated the complex government funding approval process and obtained funding for multiple procurement efforts.