Manager Management

Gordon Rowe

303-***-**** *******@*****.***

Qualifications Profile

Analytical and results-focused Procurement Manager with solid history of supporting large-scale operations and projects through cost-efficient purchasing and adept coordination of logistic needs.

1. Offer adept administration and management of high-priority purchasing and supply projects in support of multibillion-dollar contacts; obtained exhaustive Acquisition Specialist Group training and certification.

2. Expertise in FAR, price analysis, socio-economics, ISO, Six Sigma processes, and capital equipment processing including Requests for Approval (RFA).

3. Exceptionally organized multitasker with outstanding communication and networking skills; proven supervisor able to achieve organizational goals under high stress and deadline-driven conditions.

4. Professional skill and achievements consistently recognized by senior management through receipt of numerous awards, medals and citations.

Professional Experience

SIERRA NEVADA CORPORATION 10/2012 – 4/2013

Procurement Supervisor

Responsible for the supervision of nine buyers for cradle to grave procurement of over 30 aviation integration programs. Ensured all procurements assigned were completed in a timely and efficient manner and complied with all company and customer processes required to support a government approved procurement system. Focal point for all procurement activities from initial identification of requirements to award of purchase order. Possesses an in-depth knowledge and understanding of government contracting regulations including source selection, SOW review and price/cost analysis. Reviewed and approved procurement packages to ensure compliance with all internal procedures, laws and regulations and ensured all procurement files were government compliant and in audit ready condition. Supervised the performance and development of the procurement staff through performance appraisals, coaching and feedback, goal setting, mentoring, and other team and employee development activities. Reviewed expediting reports, monitored delivery status, and assisted in identifying systemic problems. Followed best practices to support UCC, FAR, DFAR, CFR, CAS and TINA statutes. Consistently improved procurement operations, including increased personnel capabilities and skills through training. Analyzed received requisitions for quantity, specification, drawings and delivery requirements. Followed up with subcontractors to ensure delivery schedules and key milestones were achieved. Addressed invoice issues and progress or milestone payments quickly for resolution. Evaluated suppliers through supplier visitations and objective performance measurements. Served as liaison between program managers and subcontractors. Consolidated requirements and utilized the most suitable method of purchasing, such as purchase order, subcontract, blanket purchase order or supplier stocking arrangement.

Dyncorp International, LLC, Baghdad, Iraq 8/2011 – 9/2012

Lead Buyer

Procured for the Department of State, Airwing Mission, Baghdad, Iraq. As Lead Buyer, was responsible for the procurement of materials, aircraft components, service contracts and leading a procurement team for the main operating base and three forward operating locations. Through the dedicated professionalism of the procurement team in executing simple to complex procurement requirements, the Airwing achieved the highest ever recorded aircraft mission capability rating of 97.6 percent. Released requests for quotation, evaluated bids, negotiated best value, and selected most suitable supplier for purchase order award. Qualified and evaluated suppliers performance.

Kellogg, Brown & Root, Inc., Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia 3/2008 – 7/2008

Procurement Manager/Subcontract Administrator

Managed the Procurement Department for the Krtsanisi National Training Center, Republic of Georgia. Directly supervised six personnel responsible for executing the purchasing functions for a $63 million dollar Department of Defense contract. Responsibilities directly impacted cost containment, efficiency and profitability of operations and contributed directly to value creation. Performed the full range of procurement in the administration of subcontracts responsibilities. Qualified suppliers, issued requests for proposals, performed proposal evaluations, and maintained subcontract files in accordance with established procedures.

Kellogg, Brown & Root, Inc., Baghdad, Iraq 2/2006 – 3/2008 & 10/2008 – 7/2011

Senior Buyer/Field Buyer

Oversee the development, award and administration of large-scale purchase orders for the Logistics Civilian Augmentation Program (LOGCAP III) as an experienced SAP International Senior Buyer. Utilize SAP procurement software to generate order documentation, track and manage vendor payments, and prepare weekly SOX reports for senior review. Delivered training and technical guidance to junior buyers.

1. Leveraged in-depth commodity and product knowledge, well-developed negotiation talents, and solid interpersonal skills to drive complex procurement projects to successful completion with a high degree of timeliness and accuracy.

2. Worked closely with international vendors to obtain a wide variety of crucial materials and services while ensuring operations remain in compliance with established company policies, procedures, and specific project requirements

Raytheon Polar Services Company, Centennial, CO 4/2000 10/2005

Acquisition Specialist II

Facilitated the requisitioning and purchase of all material needs for this government contractor’s Facilities, Engineering, Maintenance and Construction (FEMC) Division tasked with supporting the United States National Science Foundation’s Antarctic Program.

1. Achieved Six Sigma Green Belt rating by authoring and implementing efficient procedures in conjunction with internal IT teams; efforts helped drive the success of the company’s first late cargo justification program and generated an estimated annual savings of $270K.

2. Acted as Release Buyer for the $585K McMurdo Plumbing Resupply Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA); careful oversight ensured contract was completed on schedule and on budget.

3. Guaranteed material requisitioning for the International Monitoring Station at Palmer Station Antarctica remained on target despite changes in structural design and project management staff.

4. Completed more than 1,100 flawless food requirement requisitions during annual McMurdo and South Pole resupply efforts.

Antarctic Support Associates, Englewood, CO and Port Hueneme, CA 3/1993 – 3/2000

Buyer / Material Control Specialist

Headlined purchasing, requisitioning and resupply efforts in support of Facilities, Engineering, Maintenance and Construction, activities during the establishment and build-out of three Antarctic Research Stations including a new Science Support Center, Joint Space Operations Center and Waste Water Treatment Plant.

1. Successfully completed requisitioning and procurement assignments for South Pole Station’s first Tele-Medicine development project; efforts played key role in creating a network to relay on-site imagery, X-rays, and patient diagnosis to the Swedish Medical Center in Denver, Colorado.

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Excellent additional training, team leadership, and air operations management experience in positions of increasing responsibility in the United States Air Force

Education and Training

General Education Program

Oxnard Community College – Oxnard, CA

Dean’s List

Professional Development

Acquisition Specialist Group Training and Certificate

Advanced Leadership and Management Development School

Basic Leadership & Management Development School

Air Traffic Control Training

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