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Orlando, Florida, United States

Orlando, Florida, United States

Manager of Contracts for the development/facilitating of contracting process training across the organization for both contracts and project team members. Responsible for contract administration oversight of hotel construction projects. Manage direct reports (Contract Administrators and Representatives) providing day-to-day support, guidance, yearly performance efforts, career development and recognition. - Developed, instituted and facilitated contracts training curriculum on life cycle contracting process (RFP through Closeout);- Revised contract life cycle training content in accordance with newly implemented policies and procedures and facilitated in-country training for 500+ members of Universal Studios Japan Team;- Developed process improvements to minimize turn-around time of contractual documents.

Orlando, Florida

Simultaneously managed sourcing of products and services for both Marketing and Design and Engineering (D&E) departments. Developed and executed on procurement strategies for general contractor services, Architectural and Engineering (A&E) services and marketing services (to include SaaS, print and varying agency buys). - Generated $1M in supply chain savings through renegotiating of existing marketing and D&E contracts.- Assisted area Director with the development of a project tracker aimed at keeping Category Managers organized as well as providing senior leadership with the pertinent information required to make strategic financial decisions with ongoing procurements.

Walt Disney World Parks And Resort

Program Manager and strategist for Cast Member focused initiatives on company benefits, perquisites and recognition aimed at increasing retention and understanding of company offerings. - Managed all elements of large multiple projects (budget, schedule, deliverables) ranging in scope, complexity and geography. - Rejuvenated two (2) Cast Member family events with new entertainment offerings resulting in increased attendance (approx. 15%) and Cast Member satisfaction.- Led the rebranding initiative for company onsite daycare to refresh facility look and feel as well as all daycare communications across the company.

Orlando, Fl

Managed a portfolio of contracts ranging in contract type (FFP, Cost Plus, T&M), value and complexity for both commercial and government projects. Day-to-day contract administration efforts consisted of reviewing contract awards and change modifications, written communications to customers, liaising with cross-functional departments and ensuring contractual compliance with on-going programs. Considerable time was spent supporting the Business Development/Sales group with new business initiatives, bid strategies, RFP evaluations and teaming arrangements. Served as a mentor to new hires and junior contract administrators.- Re-energized a $9M/year contract from a formerly dissatisfied client;- Maintained a 95% award fee for one of the largest programs at the site.- On the winning team for TSC II IDIQ

Orlando, Florida Area

Managed direct and indirect Information Technology procurements for the Manassas, VA business unit through the Southeast Material Acquisition Center (SEMAC). Negotiated fair and reasonable prices, schedules and terms and conditions in accordance with Lockheed Martin Acquisition Policies (LMAP) as well as created and maintained end-user and supplier relationships ensuring future success on follow on procurements.

Greater Atlanta Area

Contracts lead for both the commercial Royal Air Force (RAF) C-130J Aircraft and Post Design Services (PDS) contract as well as the US Government United States Air Force (USAF) C-130J Maintenance Aircrew and Training Systems contract. - Proposed and negotiated a FFP extension contract completing the United States Air Force (USAF) training schoolhouse estimated at $350M.- Successfully implemented the first Electronic Contracting System (ECS) for departmental use.- Administered both international and domestic agreements, managed customer relationships as the primary communications interface and offered contractual guidance and advisement to program managers and other department leadership on issues as well as during negotiations.

Melbourne, Fl

Mba, Management & Marketing

Aviation Business Adminstration, International Air Transporation Management

Activities and Societies: Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) Honor Society, Student Advisory Board, Resident Adviser, Orientation Team, Intramural.