Nicole Lawrence, Mba Email & Phone Number

Richmond, Va, Us

Richmond, Virginia, United States

-Reports to Division Chief, keeping them informed of initiatives and issues affecting the team's performance such as workload volume, training, systems access, etc.; supplier relationship management or internal/external customers-Oversees the work of specialists and support personnel responsible for accomplishing a wide range of enterprise acquisition and logistics management functions, which involve contracting, supply planning, technical, and quality assurance… Show more -Reports to Division Chief, keeping them informed of initiatives and issues affecting the team's performance such as workload volume, training, systems access, etc.; supplier relationship management or internal/external customers-Oversees the work of specialists and support personnel responsible for accomplishing a wide range of enterprise acquisition and logistics management functions, which involve contracting, supply planning, technical, and quality assurance processes-Develops strategies to support, achieve, and exceed Directorate initiatives-Monitors the collection, consolidation and analysis of metrics and data used to inform operating officials on the viability, effectiveness and efficiency of Team programs-Ensures that policies and procedures reflect proper consideration of initiatives and management control systems, and presents and promulgates recommendations for changes in/enhancements to programs to improve customer service and satisfaction.-Leads negotiations for major problem transactions, arbitrating and resolving differences, and negotiating counter offers or rebuttals where subordinates cannot reach agreement.-Oversees acquisition functions relating to complex, higher dollar value procurements that are unique, difficult to accomplish, including acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluation and cost and price analysis, negotiations and contract award-Mentor direct employees and establish performance standards and review of continuous improvement methods Show less

Richmond, Virginia, United States

-Develops complex long-term contracts to support DLA and other DoD services -Main POC for contract administrator and negotiation with assigned OEM/Supplier -Administered and maintained contracts in excess of $1.4 billion-Executes opportunities to grow DLA's Strategic Relationship with assigned OEM/Supplier -Manage strategic sourcing requirements, procurements, and negotiations -Serve as main POC for all stakeholders -Fulfills all the functions of… Show more -Develops complex long-term contracts to support DLA and other DoD services -Main POC for contract administrator and negotiation with assigned OEM/Supplier -Administered and maintained contracts in excess of $1.4 billion-Executes opportunities to grow DLA's Strategic Relationship with assigned OEM/Supplier -Manage strategic sourcing requirements, procurements, and negotiations -Serve as main POC for all stakeholders -Fulfills all the functions of a GS-12 Corporate Contract Specialist Show less

-Serves as On-The-Job Trainer for the IST and within the Division-Coordinates and schedules training as needed for the team -Serves as POC for all training needs on the IST-Prepares and develops training materials and classes for new acquisition specialist -Developed process mapping and improvement techniques / policies -Provided detailed knowledge to leadership or risk and compliance for contracts -Fulfills all the functions of a GS-1102-12… Show more -Serves as On-The-Job Trainer for the IST and within the Division-Coordinates and schedules training as needed for the team -Serves as POC for all training needs on the IST-Prepares and develops training materials and classes for new acquisition specialist -Developed process mapping and improvement techniques / policies -Provided detailed knowledge to leadership or risk and compliance for contracts -Fulfills all the functions of a GS-1102-12 Contract Specialist as needed to support the division.-Training with Industry Rotation Program Candidate | June 2019 -Dec 2019 -Assigned to work with UPS Inc. for a 6-month period, where I was able to spend time learning from the contract pricing groups in both freight forwarding and packages, revenue management team. -Acquired skills in data management using Power Pivot/ Power BI -Acquired skills in Agile Process Management -Leadership development Show less

Richmond, Virginia, United States

-Served as the Contract Administrator for both Commercial and Non-Commercial contracts valued in excess of $400 Million-Performs acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluation, negotiations, contract award, contract administration, and contract management functions for highly specialized procurements of significant importance to an Agency mission-Exercises prudent judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness to assure quality decisions and actions during all phases of the… Show more -Served as the Contract Administrator for both Commercial and Non-Commercial contracts valued in excess of $400 Million-Performs acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluation, negotiations, contract award, contract administration, and contract management functions for highly specialized procurements of significant importance to an Agency mission-Exercises prudent judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness to assure quality decisions and actions during all phases of the acquisition process including contract performance and administration for life cycle of the corporate and long-term contracts-Performs a wide range of contracting methods and contract types to plan and carry out long-term pre-award and/or post-award procurement actions.-Completed all task of Contract Specialist Show less

Richmond, Virginia, United States

-Serves as negotiator for issues on contracts/delivery orders to ensure pricing, production lead time, and procedures are in compliance with solicitation and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations, and other applicable regulations. -Develop effective procurement plans by reviewing history, specifications, policies, technical data packages and procedures, acquisition sourcing strategies, and conduct market research to identify potential limited… Show more -Serves as negotiator for issues on contracts/delivery orders to ensure pricing, production lead time, and procedures are in compliance with solicitation and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations, and other applicable regulations. -Develop effective procurement plans by reviewing history, specifications, policies, technical data packages and procedures, acquisition sourcing strategies, and conduct market research to identify potential limited source availability -Performs full range of pre-award actions including: acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluations, cost and price analyses, negotiations, and contract award-Reviews and approves contracts and delivery orders in conjunction with special characteristics Determines methods of acquisition for purchase requests or contracts in accordance with DLA procedures and the Federal Acquisition Regulation-Obtains price data, audit/cost/analysis reports and develops negotiation objectives-Due to the complexity of the procurement process, conducts pre-solicitation and/or pre-proposal conferences as required to address concerns relating to requirements and to offer suggestions -Checks for adequacy of item description, previous contracts, requirement for option, and appropriate mailing list-Conduct meetings with Supply Planner and/or Tech/Quality personnel as needed -Works with team members to identify and correct deficiencies, pursue programs for continuous process improvement, assist or participate in the resolution of supply planning issues, and support the forging of consensus between parties of differing interests and orientation -Maintain positive relationships with customers and contractors resolving issues using critical thinking methods Show less

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, International Business

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts Management

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration And Management, General

Concentration: International Management