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Vienna, Virginia, United States

Position Overview:As the Strategic Procurement Manager for IT at Navy Federal Credit Union, I will develop and implement procurement strategies that align with our company's IT and business objectives. My role includes analyzing market trends for cost savings and efficiency improvements, building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, and evaluating and managing supplier performance and risks.Key Responsibilities:1. **Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies:** - Align procurement strategies with company IT and business objectives. - Analyze market trends for cost savings and efficiency.2. **Supplier Relationship Management:** - Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. - Evaluate and manage supplier performance and risks.3. **Contract Negotiation and Management:** - Lead contract negotiations for favorable terms. - Oversee contract lifecycle management and compliance.4. **Cost Management and Optimization:** - Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality. - Monitor IT procurement expenditures and budget adherence.5. **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** - Coordinate with IT, finance, legal, and other departments. - Streamline procurement processes with stakeholders.6. **Risk Management:** - Develop strategies to mitigate supply chain risks. - Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.7. **Technology and Innovation:** - Stay informed on IT market trends and emerging technologies. - Promote innovative procurement solutions.8. **Information Technology:** - Strong understanding of IT products, services, and market dynamics.9. **Procurement:** - Excellent negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. - Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle).

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Global Risk Management, Incident Management, Protocols Development, Crisis Management, and Business Risk Assessment.✔️ Revitalize and execute global risk management initiatives, streamlining procurement and corporate functions on a global scale.✔️ Oversee incident management during crises, ensuring compliance across risk categories and maintaining a robust response framework.✔️ Create innovative protocols to enhance operational competence and guarantee business continuity, contributing to increased efficiency.✔️ Identify and resolve compliance issues during the Russia-Ukraine conflict, preventing potential fines exceeding $15M and safeguarding the company from legal repercussions.✔️ Improve adaptability and sustained regulatory compliance by refining risk and compliance strategies, fostering a proactive approach to dynamic market changes

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Supplier Lifecycle Management, Data Management, Cost Savings Optimization, Vendor Security Enhancement.✔️ Spearheaded a globally distributed team, ensuring regulatory compliance and reducing risks by overseeing the entire supplier lifecycle.✔️ Streamlined workflow and decision-making processes by managing contractual, spend ($200M), and risk data for over 2,000 learning vendors through advanced technology.✔️ Enhanced vendor security by eliminating 500 high-risk vendors and bolstering efficacy with an interdisciplinary risk management team.✔️ Innovated an agile vendor marketplace platform, contributing to $10M in annual contractual savings.

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Online Learning Experience Design, Mental Health Awareness Program Management.✔️ Co-created an award-winning suicide prevention course, demonstrating advanced mental health awareness and intervention skills, and significantly enhancing organizational credibility and impact on veterans' mental health advocacy.✔️ Introduced innovative solutions that integrated product creation and delivery, championing innovation and resulting in enhanced productivity and a streamlined development process.✔️ Successfully managed the roll-out of 15+ strategic learning experiences, contributing to a remarkable 25% cost savings and faster project completion.✔️ Elevated client completion rates by 15% through the design and development of captivating online learning experiences, fostering heightened engagement and knowledge retention.✔️ Revolutionized the learning landscape by applying design thinking techniques, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, and delivering tailored learning solutions.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Workflow Optimization, Contract Management, Client Satisfaction, Contract Management, Financial Optimization.✔️ Realized $15M in annual savings for 4 consecutive years by optimizing workflows for key clients.✔️ Implemented an effective process for managing expiring contracts, resulting in outstanding achievements with over $6M in annual savings for clients.✔ Steered the management of 4K client contracts, contributing to improved compliance, risk reduction, and impressive yearly savings of 6.5% for clients.✔️ Identified and leveraged cost-saving opportunities to drive financial optimization across the organization through in-depth analysis of company-wide spending data.✔️ Aligned contract management strategies with organizational goals, fostering enhanced processes by actively engaging with internal departments.

Baltimore, Md

Relationship Management, Resource Reallocation, Regulatory Compliance, Project Scope, and Project Management.✔ Cultivated trust and ensured renewals with government clients, showcasing a notable 4.5% annual net savings on contract expenditures. This underscores a dedicated commitment to client satisfaction and fiscal responsibility.✔ Drove an impressive 17% boost in revenue by strategically reallocating resources, maximizing workforce availability, and catalyzing accelerated company growth.✔ Maintained a flawless 100% regulatory compliance record with both EPA and OSHA regulations, minimizing operational risk and exemplifying a commitment to environmental and workplace safety standards.✔ Maximized project outcomes by meticulously defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overarching organizational goals.✔ Facilitated regular status meetings, fostering a collaborative environment for thorough project progress reviews, ensuring proactive communication within the team.

Germany, Italy, Isreal, Korea, Republic Of Georgia, North Africa And The Us

Vicenza Area, Italy

Simultaneously holding both roles, I provided visionary leadership in force structure planning, orchestrating the development and execution of strategic initiatives and plans that optimized resources, yielding a significant 15% increase in operational efficiency. A trusted advisor to the Commanding General, I directed personnel management initiatives and HR Operations, I achieved a noteworthy 20% improvement in aligning military personnel with mission requirements, contributing to a $5 million reduction in training costs. My effective resource allocation strategies led to a 10% reduction in operational costs, resulting in annual savings of $7 million while maintaining rigorous training standards. As a crisis management expert, I led initiatives resulting in a 25% enhancement in overall operational readiness, measured through successful mission completions. My extensive role encompassed fostering interdepartmental collaboration, achieving a 20% improvement in coordination with military branches and agencies, and saving an additional $3 million through streamlined processes.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

In the midst of managing dual wars on two continents, I assumed a pivotal role as Chief of Force Modernization. I spearheaded a comprehensive force modernization strategy, managing an unprecedented $129 billion in acquisition funding for the Army National Guard and Army Reserve. My strategic collaboration with the Under Secretary of the Army for Acquisition's Office resulted in a notable 15% improvement in procurement efficiency, facilitating timely equipment delivery. Overseeing end-to-end contract lifecycle management, I introduced efficiencies, reducing procurement timelines by 20% and ensuring combat readiness. My leadership achieved a 20% increase in technological readiness through the integration of cutting-edge technology into military operations, contributing to a $10 million reduction in maintenance costs.

Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Army Fellow at RAND: I supported Army senior leaders sponsor research, which I conducted in Strategy Doctrine & Resources Programs. I worked closely with the sponsor and their staff to ensure it focused on major policy concerns and that its tasks were carefully scoped to allow objective, analytic research promptly.The Army Deputy Chiefs of Staff, G-2, G-3/5/7, G-8; U.S. Army European Command; U.S. Army Pacific Command; U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command; U.S. Army Futures Command; and the U.S. Army Special Operations Command are among the most frequent sponsors of SD&R studies. The Strategy, Doctrine, and Resources Program (SD&R) researches to help the Army understand the emerging strategic context, identify and adjust external demands, and optimize the use of its resources. Employing objective, high-quality expertise developed over many years of focused, sustained research, the program provides both long-term and quick-response support on issues of critical importance to the Army.I worked AAR feedback for Command and Control Operations in Bosnia, Interoperability issues in Command Control, and Communications for military support to civilian authorities during crisis operations and Non-Lethal Operations during peacekeeping operations post-armed conflict in Bosnia..This was a role where participants were selected by a board of General Officers. The selection rate is 1 in 5000 applicants

Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

A Force Management Officer is a critical role within the Army, responsible for managing and optimizing Personnel, Equipment Stationing and Readiness of Army units in Europe. The primary responsibilities of a Force Management Officer may include: Equipment Management. Stationing Management, Personnel Management, Force Structure Planning, Manpower Analysis, Training and Readiness, Force Management Policies, Personnel Administration, Budgeting and Resource Allocation.I was responsible for over 250 Combat Arms Units, wartime readiness stocks and the force modernization and return of forces to the US in Europe.Overall, the Force Management Officer plays a crucial role in optimizing equipment and human capital of a military unit, ensuring that it is organized, trained, and equipped to successfully accomplish its missions. This role requires a combination of leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills.

Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Tx

As the Training Assessment and Analysis lead, orchestrated meticulous scheduling of TAAUAL training activities for over 2000 client units in a vast region west of the Mississippi, excluding Hawaii. Spearheaded a comprehensive initiative for 8 high-priority combat brigades, ensuring strict adherence to mission-critical objectives and compliance standards. Facilitated seamless operational coordination and logistical support, achieving a 10% reduction in resource wastage. Fostered collaborative relationships with brigade leaders and external agencies to synchronize training efforts and enhance regional readiness. Led Assessment Team Certification Training and Testing, ensuring proficiency in evaluating training programs. Drove a 15% increase in training effectiveness through continuous improvement initiatives. Maintained strict compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting audits, and contributing to leadership development programs. Supported drafting the Army Regulation for “Military Support to Civilian Authorities”. Trained as Defense Coordinating Officer (DCO) by FEMA. A DCO is a Title 10 Active Duty officer, is assigned to each FEMA region and may work at the Regional Response Coordination Center (RRCC), at the FEMA regional office, or may pre-deploy to an incident command site. A DCO will generally be involved in DoD's response to DSCA. If Federal military forces deploy, the DCO will normally deploy to the Joint Field Office (JFO) location. The DCO coordinates DoD support to the Primary Agency (PA).

Fort Benning, Georgia, United States

As the Lead ORSA, I spearhead a multifaceted role blending operational research and system analysis expertise with leadership responsibilities. Conducting analysis and mathematical modeling, I identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency gains, and cost reduction. My role involves gathering relevant data, applying statistical methods, and providing evidence-based insights to inform decision-making. Additionally, I assess existing systems, collaborate on requirements analysis, and contribute to system design, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. I provide strategic guidance to the organization, contribute to policy development, and deliver actionable recommendations to stakeholders. Driving continuous improvement, I identify process optimization opportunities and explore technology integration for enhanced capabilities. Effective communication is a key aspect, involving reporting research findings, analyses, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, I ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach to operational research and system analysis, ultimately contributing to organizational efficiency, informed decision-making, and continuous improvement.Designed, developed, and implemented the operational tests for Digitized Soldier (Prototypes) Own the Night, the Night Fighting Training facilities and the digitized MOUT Operations Center on Fort Benning. Gathered the test data and conducted the analysis. Assigned the following programs: Own the Night Assist Project Officer, Line of Sight (LOSAT) Project Officer. Assigned as the Non-Line of Sight video and communications package for tactical units project officer. Lastly assigned as the Non-Lethal Project Officer, became the Army’s SME for this capability. Conducted contingency training and planning for the Balkans Operations for NATO.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology, General

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