Responsible for supporting purchasing activities including acquisition planning, solicitation preparation, source selection, contract award and administration, ordering and close out. Prepares solicitations, amendments, awards and modifications for assigned requirements; reviews-and evaluates contractor submissions and performance. Places orders against existing Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and basic purchasing agreements. The incumbent in this class works under the direct supervision of a Client contract manager.

Manage and coordinate the fulfillment of the organization’s contract requirements. Review, interpret and analyze contract and service agreements to ensure the terms comply with legal, guidelines, contracting principles, cost constraints as well as with corporate and client procedures. Respond to customer inquiries pertaining to modifications of existing contracts and to facilitate all phases of contract management. Prepare and evaluate proposals for new or continuation of existing contracts and makes award recommendations. Negotiate and interpret contracts and monitor fulfillment of contractual obligations. Analyze amendments to existing contracts or requests for extensions. Provide recommendations of approval or alternation solutions to senior management. Interface with the Accounting Department on invoicing and insurance issues. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with the University's values. Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, University policies, and best practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Other duties may be assigned.

Craft, evaluate, negotiate, and execute a wide variety of different contracts covering a range of transactions. Create and maintain relationships with suppliers and serve as a point of contact for matters concerning contracts. Maintain records for correspondence and documentation in relation to established contacts and those in progress. Communicate and present information to stakeholders about all contract-related matters. Monitor contracts and move forward with close- out, extension or renewal according to what’s best for the company. Solve any contract-related problems that may arise with other parties and internally with the company itself.

Responsible for procurement planning, including setting schedules, developing formal procurement plans, and reviewing and analyzing technical documentation in support of potential requirements for acquisitions. Examined contract proposal budgets and demonstrated a sound understanding of cost analysis and cost realism. Conducted various research and analysis to ensure inclusion of applicable regulations and policies in contract documents. Performed various assistance and contract administration functions in the form of modifications, administration approvals and additional work. Proactively conduct independent research to expand contracting knowledge base. Advise senior management on Government procurement and contracting regulations, including interpretation of contractual provisions. Performed the same responsibilities for assistance actions (grants, cooperative agreements). FAC-C Level II.

Review requests for procurements. Analyze requirements, recommend revisions to statements of work and determine the correct type of contract, milestone and procurement plans. Conduct research and analysis of technical and cost data. Prepare routine solicitations, both Invitation for Bids and Request for Proposals. Coordinate the development of pricing proposals with financial staff and management. Review solicitations and ensure proposals are prepared in accordance with RFPs/RFQs and corporate policies. Prepare recommendations on decisions for recommending bidders and rejecting unacceptable proposals. Negotiate complex contracts. Ensure contract review, approval, and execution in accordance with the FAR and internal regulations. Conduct post-award and contractual terminations by initiating briefings with contractors to ensure understanding of terms, handling of modifications, and resolution of issues related to non-compliance and performance problems, and ensuring compliance with contractual terms. Work directly and proactively with program management to facilitate the resolution of any contract issues. Serve as a consultant to both internal and external customers and provide guidance to lower level acquisition personnel. Monitor funding, budgets, and period of performance. Prepare required reports for the Government and for company management. Modify contracts to new and existing programs. Advise senior management on Government procurement and contracting regulations, including interpretation of contractual provisions.

Perform tasks supporting trial attorneys in three Staff Counsel Offices by drafting initial answers, performing legal research, preparing documents for trial or other adjudication, drafting discovery requests and responses, preparing motions, and other tasks as directed by the Central Processing Unit Lead Counsel and Regional Managing Attorney.

Coordinated the contracts and lease approval process and represented the Maryland Port Administration at all meetings related to contracts and leases at Maryland Port commission and/or Board of Public Works. Wrote, reviewed and submitted grant agreements for approval by Senior Maryland Port Administration management. Ensured that the Maryland Port Administration executed its responsibilities in accordance with approved agreements. Coordinated, organized, and implemented the Small Business Reserve Program and Procurement Review Group, addressing minority business participation in Maryland Port Administration contracts.

International Trade Specialist. Promoted, managed and recruited financial firms for the Export Finance Matchmaker, a web-based database that assists exporters in finding firms that provide funding for their international business transactions. Implemented marketing plan for all government finance programs created to promote product exporting from the United States. Presented Creative Export Finance seminars to customers regarding trends and issues that affect finance and credit in exporting.NAFTA/Africa Specialist. Advised small and medium businesses involved in exporting American goods and services. Coached small and medium business entities concerning regulations, documentation and financing and provided special counseling on the North American Free Trade Agreement and Sub-Saharan Africa Regions. Introduced and promoted the Trade Information Center to state and local governments and associations. Maintained the Trade Finance and Trade Leads databases.

• Conducted research and developed presentations while assisting with research projects involving national defense and business humanitarianism.• Delivered administrative support by scheduling meetings, preparing correspondence, assisting the agency president at meeting and briefing the president on operational and research activities.• Assisted various departments with in the center with the research of smaller operational projects, provided operational support at various conferences within the center, and assisted with the fundraising activities of the center.

Engaged and maintained accounts in the distribution and services industry.Maintained account accuracy, discovered and developed sales opportunities.Improved customer relationships and their satisfaction with the company and our products.Provided information to my customers and teammates through consulting and research. Achieved a $10 Million quota in 1997.