Management Manager

Eddie L. Howard

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Spotsylvania, VA, 22553

Contact: 540-***-****

E-mail: ************@*******.***

Mark Center (WHS) Washington Headquarter Services (DOD Security Clearance)

2012

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Procurement Manager

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Accomplished Contract and Procurement professional with 12+ years of

experience in providing support across all facets of the procurement life

cycle including pre-award, contract administration and close-out. Adept at

identifying and evaluating potential vendors. Formulate and implement

strategies for sourcing and pricing negotiations. Excellent negotiator with

demonstrated strengths in driving compliance with contract specifications

and resolution of outstanding issues. Key competencies in tendering

process, bid evaluations and contract finalization. Sound understanding of

Federal Acquisition laws and regulations including FAR and agency specific

regulations.

Provide counsel to stakeholders on risks & mitigation strategies,

commercial best practices and proprietary matters among others. Use Six

Sigma and Lean methodologies to assess and drive improvements in

procurement processes and systems. Judicious in implementing cost saving

measures. Unique blend of business, functional & analytical skills. Analyze

reports and gain excellent understanding of technical evaluations, audit

reports, contractual covenants and settlement claims. Deft at implementing

Standard Operating Procedures that meet customer needs. Excellent problem

solving, liaising, communication and training skills.

AREAS OF PROFICIENCY

Performance Management Troubleshooting

Documentation

Sourcing / Administration Vendor Identifications & Development

Government Regulation / Policies

Tendering / Negotiations Cost Reduction / Optimization

Contract Administration

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KEY CONTRIBUTIONS ACROSS CORE FUNCTIONS

Pre-Award Responsibilities

Take end-to-end ownership for Pre-Award processes including processing

planning, purchase request solicitations, evaluation, cost and price

analyses, negotiations, preparing purchase orders and related contract

documentation, exercising options and awarding contracts.

. Gained invaluable experience while working on diverse

contracts such as those involving cost reimbursement.

. Successfully administered federal tools to implement

the contracting process from pre-award to post award.

. Maintained a constant vigil on market dynamics to

identify cost effective suppliers/vendors and attuned

procurement strategies accordingly.

. Implemented compliant practices and remediation of

purchasing files and contracts.

. Reviewed Government Solicitations with an emphasis on

those issued by U.S. DoD and other Government

Agencies.

. Actively involved in contract negotiations,

formulation and finalization, coordinating inter-

agency agreements and interfacing with customers /

internal stakeholders to ensure timely execution in

accordance with FAR policies and customer

requirements.

. Evaluated tenders/bids including terms and

conditions, and other requirements in line with the

contract flow and provisions for DOD clients.

. Reviewed contracts to make sure they are in CPSR

compliance.

. Determined frequency of internal controls related to

company current procurement systems.

. Monitored federal budget system to ensure fair and

reasonable contract pricing. Arranged and conducted

pre-bid meetings with prospective bidders to provide

clarifications and freeze tender specifications.

. Administers all subcontracts and purchase order

processes including: monitoring performance, prices,

and certifications; exercising of options, conducting

market analysis and negotiating prices; maintaining

subcontract and purchase order files; issuing

modifications as necessary; assisting management in

resolving vendor issues; and resolving invoicing

issues with Finance and Accounting.

. Evaluated cost / price proposals. Negotiated prices.

Reviewed SOW, Statement of Objectives (SOO) and PWS

to ensure deliverables are clearly defined. Make sure

pre-award activities comply with Federal Acquisition

Regulations.

. Mentored the team in monitoring contract

negotiations, analyzing supplier proposals,

identifying and implementing process improvements,

developing pricing models and cost strategies and

examining current status of assigned contracts.

Reviewed, developed and prepared contractual

documentation, both general and specialized.

. Effectively used Six Sigma and Lean methodologies to

analyze and validate contractual requirements,

special provisions, and terms to ensure adherence

with regulations, policies and procedures.

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Post-Award Responsibilities

. Ensured delivery in line with negotiated terms and

conditions. Successfully identified, escalated and

resolved issues relating to quality, inspection and

differing conditions / performance.

. Mentored the team to ensure all post-award actions

comply with all applicable laws, regulations and

Executive orders.

. Extended, modified, re-negotiated and terminated

contracts as required for Commercial and Government

entities.

RESPONSIBILITIES HANDLED ACROSS CAREER SPAN

Service Source Inc (Mark Center) BRAC 133 (BOS) Base Operations Support

Procurement Manager (Jun 1998 - Present) Contract Period of Performance

Ended

. Acted as the primary point of contact for all

procurement actions for Service Source at Mark

Center.

. Purchased goods and services for two subcontractors

(CW Resources and MC DEAN) using TRIRIGA Procurement

System.

. Defined and documented existing processes to align

with the government's criteria for a well-managed

process.

. Leveraged process improvement methodology (BPM,

Lean, Six Sigma) to analyze problems and recommend

and implement solutions to complex business problems

. Made recommendations for key process metrics and

assisted with implementation of new projects.

. Received and reviewed purchase requisitions for

clarity, compliance, detail and completeness.

Obtained additional information as necessary.

. Compiled lists of sources of procurement. Developed

requests for information, quotations and proposals.

Sent invitations to bid and interviewed potential

suppliers.

. Reviewed and analyzed responses to solicitations.

Evaluated price, conformity to Statement of Work,

delivery terms, payment terms, and other terms and

conditions.

. Provided requestor with comparable product

substitutions consistent with requirements to achieve

cost savings.

. Negotiated with suppliers to achieve the best total

value procurement. Extracted and compiled data

contained in quotations/proposals/bids to determine

the supplier delivering the best possible terms for

the organization while maintaining quality, delivery

time, prompt payment and other discounts, shipping

costs and other factors.

. Prepared and maintained a complete Purchase Order

file in accordance with written guidelines and

defined processes to support the complete procurement

cycle.

. Effectively understand, apply and enforce FAR

requirements throughout the procurement process.

. Maintained contacts with vendors/suppliers to ensure

proper adherence to the terms and conditions outlined

in the Purchase Order and associated terms and

conditions.

. Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and

receipt documents and invoices. Reviewed and approved

invoices to be forwarded to the Accounting department

for payment.

. Prepared and maintained Purchase Order Files,

Purchase Order logs and multiple reports directly

related to the procurement status.

. Responded to supplier inquiries, maintained open line

of communication with requestor, and provided status

to Management on all assigned procurement activity.

. Reviewed, proof-read, and verified forms and

financial documents for accuracy in calculation,

coding, and adherence to policies and procedures.

. Experience in implementing, operating and maintaining

a CPSR compliant.

. Familiarity operating Oracle based purchasing

systems, communications via Lotus Notes and internal

company web applications

Senior Procurement Manager/Acquisition Specialist, (FEMA) Federal Emergency

Management Agency

Industrial Consultants Maintenance Management (ICMM) (Jun 2010 - Feb 2011)

. Designed and restructured business policies. Ensured

contract actions and file documentation comply with

applicable regulations, policies and reporting

requirements. Acted as the primary point of contact

for program officials and contractors. Provided

advice / assistance on contract matters.

. Designed acquisition planning for team that exposed

possible contractual kickbacks along with over-priced

bids that resulted in savings of more than $28

million.

. Led & guided team in creating and establishing new

accounts for small to medium-size businesses.

. Strategized brand management and development

resulting in savings on contractual backlog.

Purchasing Manager, Global Linguist Solutions (GLS) Nov 2009 - June 2010

(Contractor) through Industrial Consultants Maintenance Management (ICMM)

. Assessed consistency between both practices and written policies and

procedures and make adjustments as required.

. Determined adequacy of internal controls related to procurement system.

. Assist with implementation of compliant practices and remediation of

purchase files.

. Develop compliant policies and procedures and provide training.

. Ensures the evaluation of potential subcontractors including cost/price

analysis, CAS, Labor Law, EEO, audit, environmental, reporting and

technical compliance.

. Participates in the Small Business Program including identifying and

assisting sources, networking and reporting as well as directing the

compilation of reports.

. Coordinates the development of procurement and materials management

policies and procedures.

. Maintains current knowledge of pricing, delivery trends, FAR, DFAR and

public law requirements for acquisition.

. Administers all subcontracts and purchase order processes including:

monitoring performance, prices, and certifications; exercising of options,

conducting market analysis and negotiating prices; maintaining subcontract

and purchase order files; issuing modifications as necessary; assisting

management in resolving vendor issues; and resolving invoicing issues with

Finance and Accounting.

. Manages and directs the accountability process of Government Property in

accordance with contract requirements.

. Participates in the development of strategic and tactical plans and

goals associated with Purchasing/Subcontracting and Supply Chain

Management.

. Coordinates fact finding, proposal preparation, justification,

documentation and conducts negotiations of contract modifications.

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Contracts Administrator (I.T. Division), Industrial Consultants Maintenance

Management International (Corporate Offices) Jan 1999 - Nov 2002

. Designed & developed a procurement project with DOD

in Kuwait as the Project Lead.

. Processed more than $250 millions of Purchase

Orders/Task Orders for Sub-contractors and equipment

purchase without any error.

. Successfully toured the client's facilities and met

with management to learn the business. Worked with

the client's senior management to gather key

information for analysis.

. Developed an international Purchase Order procedure

that saved more than $75 million by maintaining

accurate accounts and details of unauthorized

payments.

. Utilized Six Sigma and Lean to shorten the

documentation process thus creating a more effective

and measurable practice.

PROFESSIONAL WORK HISTORY

. Service Source Inc (Mark Center) BRAC 133 (BOS) Base

Operations Support, Jun 2011 - September 1, 2012

. Contract Specialist (FEMA/DHS), Consultants

Management Corp., Jun 2010 - Feb 2011.

. Purchasing Manager, Global Linguist Solutions, Nov

2009 - June 2010.

. Senior Purchasing/Acquisition Specialist, VSE

International, Alexandria VA, Nov 2008 - Jun 2009.

. Procurement Specialist, Global Recruiters Network,

Inc., Washington DC, Jul 2007 - Oct 2008.

. Purchasing & Supply Management Specialist, USPS

Headquarters, Washington DC, Dec 2002 - Jun 2007.

. Contracts Administrator (I.T. Division), Industrial

Consultants Maintenance Management International

(Corporate Offices), Jan 1999 - Nov 2002.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/COURSES

. Business Administration (Public Administration)

Liberty University, 2011.

. University Management Technology (Acquisition

Management) Masters Certificate 2012 Current

. Acquisition Management, Strayer University, 2009.

. The George Washington University School of Business

(Workflow Modeling in Contracting), 2006.

. Benchmarking Skills, American Productivity & Quality

Center, 2004.

. Acquisitions, NOVA Community College, 2002.

CREDITS/CERTIFICATION

. Aveta Solutions: Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification,

2007.

. Management Concepts, I.T. ACQUISITION (CERT), 2005.

. Management Concepts, CONTRACT FORMATION I (CERT),

2005.

. Project Management Certificate, 2004.

. Leading and Managing Supply Relationships (CERT),

Institute for Supply Management, 2004.

. Business Process Reengineering Management (CERT),

2003.

. I.T. Systems Analysis Management (CERT), 2003.

. Data Communications Management (CERT), 2003.[pic]

References and verifying documentation furnished upon request

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