M ARLA BURCHA M

*** **** ******, *****, ******** 24333

276-***-****

SKILLS SUMMARY

Business, contracting, purchasing and management administration in the manufacturing

environment for the Department of Defense, Air Force, to include engineering research and

development, equipment, technical services, IT hardware and softwa re and various other items

for 17 years. Experience developing internal policies, support proposals, bids, protest, market

research, SAR packages and day to day office administ ration with attention to detail and the

ability to interact effectively. Experience with supervising and managing staff. Strong

verbal/written communications skills and people skills .

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND AREAS OF E XPERTISE

P urchasing

Inventory Management

Supply Management

Accounts receivable and payable

Cost reduction

Filing and data archiving

CAD and Assembly drawing

Milling

Drilling

P roduction quality and control

Marketing

Sales

Researched and expanded network of vendors for product selection

Researched and resolved discrepancies on deliveries and billing problems

Administered approved department budgets

Drafting

P repare polycast plastic fabrication drawings

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

B usiness / Contract Manager

Supreme Edgelight Devices, Inc.

August 1996 – Current

Responsibilities included preparation of solicitation, analysis of pricing and capabilities of

competitive bids, prepared closeout of delivery orders/contracts (reports, invoicing, DD250s,

WAWF, accounting), drafted subcontracts and purchase orders, prepared SAR packages for

future requirements. Maintained approved contract records, files documenting performance,

invoicing and compliance. Negotiated and maintained customer communication for contract

activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company

policies, FAR, DFAR, and customer specifications. P repared and administered subcontracts and

task orders. Examined solicitations, estimates of material, equipment se rvices, production costs,

performance requirements, and delivery schedules. Monitored subcontractor performance,

including management of deliverables and payment of invoices. Represented the organization as

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M ARLA BURCHA M

123 Vine Street, Galax, Virginia 24333

276-***-****

a prime contact on contracts. Managed the shipping and receiving along with the required

markings of containers per contract. Responsible for research and development of product using

CAD and Assembly drawings. Experience in polycast plastic fabrication drawings.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Mastercam

Future Business Leader of America

Southside High School – Fort Smith, AR, USA

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