Kathy Elzie, C.P.M.

**** ********** ***** ******** *******, Colorado 80920

Home: 719-***-**** ac94kg@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 719-***-****

SENIOR PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL

Accomplished ISM-CPM Certified Senior Subcontracts/Procurement Manager. Extensive strategic sourcing expertise employed in the development and lean implementation of diversified and complex global supply chains; within the defense industry. In compliance with Public Law, a demonstrated “win-win” track record of contract / subcontract development, negotiation and execution. Recognized leader of collaborative cross-functional Integrated Product Teams, to achieve successful new product introduction, identify and implement significant cost reduction, and attain cost-effective continuous improvement results utilizing “Six-Sigma” methodologies. Highly skilled and respected communicator at all organizational levels, with an exemplary history of achieving individual, team and business success.

ISM CPM Certified

Domestic/International Sourcing

Product Team Leadership

MS in Government Procurement Management

Executive Relationship Management

FAR/DFARS Expert

Commodity Management

Professional Communicator

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Northrop Grumman Corporation – Colorado Springs, CO 2016 – 2019

Manager of Subcontracts

Responsible for providing support to the Technical BU’s and senior management team on best practice approaches to subcontract management. Collaborating with the Program Manager in managing Subcontract partner performance. Contractual advisor for the development of Subcontractor Statement of Work and other Cross Business Team subcontract activities. Work closely with the Strategic Procurement Team to support supply chain strategies and Category Management. Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, Terms & Conditions) Analyze quotations/proposals to perform price/cost analysis techniques. Maintain strong business relationships with first tier subcontractors Preparation and issuance of solicitations (RFQs, RFPs and RFIs); Performing cost and price analysis, developing negotiation strategies, and leading negotiations. Strategic supplier relationship management and agreement management.

Also responsible for providing training, coaching and mentoring to direct staff of four (4) subcontract administrators. Reviews, subcontract files, Non-disclosure agreements, and Teaming Agreements for approval.

Northrop Grumman Corporation – Colorado Springs, CO

2010-2016

Senior Subcontracts Manager, Information Sector, Defense Systems Division

Responsible for Federal/Defense Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) Subcontracts function, for the Ground Forces Information Systems Operating Unit. Provide responsible advice and counsel and business risk analysis on a on a wide range of subcontracting issues, process and procedures, as well as leadership of junior/mid-level subcontract staff. Develop multiple subcontract types (FFP/Cost/T&M) and negotiate all aspects of the subcontract, to include cost and pricing data, and terms and conditions. Monitor supplier performance and implement necessary corrective action.

Developed, negotiated and definitized a complex, high-dollar FFP U.S. Army Korean subcontract

Significantly helped to improve working relationship between Subcontract Administration (SCA), Business Development and Program Management Offices, within first two months in position

Provided major contributions toward the improvement of SCA processes and procedures

Awarded Institute for Supply Management prestigious CPM Professional credential

Science Application Incorporation 4/2006 – 8/2010

Senior Manager Subcontracts

First line manager responsible to recruit, hire, train, motivate and manage subcontracts/procurement staff. Provide oversight of the Subcontracts Administration function supporting multiple major Programs at the business unit level. Ensure regulatory compliance in the negotiation of all standard and non-standard subcontracts support of the Space and Geospatial Intelligence BU. Direct work assignments and provide daily supervision. Serve as management interface between Subcontracts/Purchasing department, program managers and executive management. Provide regular performance reporting to Business Unit Procurement Director, including status reports, staffing projections, performance metrics, Subcontractor’s status and sales and cash objectives. Perform annual employee performance evaluations.

Works on highly complex problems and exercises a high degree of independent judgment and ensures that budget, schedules, compliance and performance requirements are met. Also

responsible for placing, managing and auditing orders up to $1 Million.

Ensures the Procurement Department maintains compliant “Approved Purchasing System” in accordance with Government required CPSR Standards.

Assisted the Capture Manager in managing and directing proposal efforts on the following the major proposals efforts, UASOCS, CLASS, & N2A2S, all of the values in excess of $50M. I have assisted in analyzing the RFP/bid requirements against proposal outline to ensure both compliance and responsiveness to the customer’s needs and issues. I have participated in the development and review of proposal strategies and themes. I have also participated in regular proposal progress status meetings.

As part of my overall duties as the Subcontracts Manager: I assured overall program implementation and maintains program performance data for periodic review by Project/Program Management, Senior Management and Government Reps. Develop /author subcontract plans including percentages and dollar goals for participation in SB concerns for Federal Contracts. Provided procedural guidance to ensure effective consideration of and participation by SB concerns in the award of subcontracts and purchase orders.

Lockheed Martin IS&S 8/2004 – 4/2006

Senior Subcontracts Administrator

Supported Program Management, in negotiating multi-million dollar Cost type contracts in support of DOD prime contracts. Solicited and analyzed competitive proposals, prepared specifications, work statements and terms & conditions. Oversaw subcontractor performance. Resolved technical and contractual issues by coordinating between subcontracts and internal technical teams. Authorized

payment to subcontractors.

Lockheed Martin IS&S 2002 – 2004

Team Lead Subcontracts and Purchasing

Provided leadership and training to the IPIC Subcontract Staff. Managed major subcontracts and Intra-Lockheed Martin work Transfer Agreements (Iota’s) in support of the IPIC Program. Responsibilities included: solicitation, analyzing bid requirements, conducting risks analysis, and implementing strategic mitigation risk, evaluating and negotiation subcontractor’s proposals with emphasis on meeting all gram goals. Held accountable for awarding subcontracts and purchase orders as needed in support of primary DOD contracts and corporate support undertakings. Responsible for the management and control of contract cost and schedule baselines and support to the development of performance strategies. Established milestones and monitored adherence to master schedule. Identified program problems and obtain solutions, such as allocating resources and changing contract specifications.

Lockheed Martin Mission Systems 2000 – 2002

Senior Subcontract Administrator/Buyer

Supported Program Management and Purchasing Departmental Staffing. Developed and maintained metrics, proposal preparation, coordinated action items, fact-finding meetings, should cost analysis, and pricing review with internal management and customer representatives. Participated in negotiations, feasibility studies, review of make/buy recommendations, and price negotiations. Developed bid strategies, drafted supplier agreements. Managed and negotiated CPAF, FFPLOE and T&M contracts. Managed all invoicing, and billing issues associated with suppliers’ and subcontractors.

Lockheed Martin Mission Systems 1995 – 2000

Senior Buyer/Subcontract Administrator

Coordinated all procurement activity and interfaced with PMO on procurement issues and procurement personnel. Interfaced with project management on technical, schedule and cost on major program. Reviewed statement of work. Provided expertise on government regulations and policies. Negotiated intellectual property contracts for software products.

Developed, implemented and coordinated purchasing program projects, from inception to completion for power suppliers, test equipment, microwave devices, and other commodities. Coordinated management level weekly and monthly reports and briefings.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science, Government Procurement Management

Webster University – Colorado Springs, CO

Bachelor of Science, Management

Golden Gate University – San Francisco, CA

Professional Memberships / Certification

Institute for Supply Management / CPM

NCMA – Membership

NDIA - Membership

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Project Publisher Visio SAP

Clearance

Top Secret SSBI

References provided upon request.

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