LEO P. MATZEDER, JR.
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Home Phone: 316-***-****
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Seasoned professional with a unique combination of practical, hands on experience in contract
management and compliance, process improvement, and program management. Strong and proven
leadership skills. Customer service oriented. Proven success in negotiations, cost avoidance, risk
mitigation, opportunity identification, multitasking, process improvement, market analysis,
preparing and using metrics, proposal preparation, problem resolution, financial management,
budgeting, root cause analysis and improving profit margins. Advanced computer skills. Team
player. Mentor. Dependable. Excellent attendance. Strong Finance and Business Acumen.
Bachelor of Science in Management and Marketing. Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Master of
Business Administration. Master of Science in Acquisition and Contract Management.
WORK HISTORY:
Primerica Financial Services (June 2013 – Current) District Leader
Licensed by the State of Kansas and the Financial Industry Regulatory Agency. I work part time to
teach people how to get out of debt, budget their money, save money, help send their children to
college, obtain proper protection against sudden income loss, prepare for retirement and become
financially independent. Performed multiple Human Resource tasks such as recruiting, screening
candidates, hiring, training and development.
Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. (July 2007 to May 2013) Contract Administrator
As the Contract Administrator, it was my responsibility to evaluate the terms and conditions of the
contract, identify risks and opportunities, and make recommendations for acceptance, rejection or
modifications. In addition, I worked closely with Program Management, Quality, Sales and
Marketing, Engineering, Legal and Supply Chain to analyze and prepare new proposals by
reviewing the statement of work, the technical requirements and the quality requirements to ensure
compliance with contractual obligations. I worked closely with program management, staff and
union members to avoid unnecessary disruptions to the delivery schedules, teamed with
manufacturing to organize the shop flow using Kaizen techniques to improve the flow of parts
through and ensure part availability saving almost 2 hours in production time per unit, participated
in cost reduction efforts for a Contracts ultimately saving the company as much as $2 million
dollars and identified potential risks of $15 million dollars. Assisted in ensuring delivery
requirement were achieved and if not met, worked to develop solutions to rectify the current
situation and prevent future delivery concerns. Developed and presented material to Program
Management and senior leaders. Maintained a positive business relationship with both internal and
external customers. Managed multiple international, commercial and government contracts at the
same time.
The Boeing Company (March 1982 to July 2007) Technical Support/Contract
Administrator
Developed or improved procedures, processes and policies for Contracts, Engineering, Finance and
Supply Chain. Trained using the Capability Maturity Model Integration system for improving
processes, ensure vendor capability, and position the company to be successful in acquiring
contracts. Ensured compliance with contractual requirements, company policies and procedures.
Provided contract management support as needed for contractual changes and modifications.
Reviewed and evaluated contract terms and conditions.
LICENSE(S):
Private Pilot Single Engine + Kansas Life Producer + FINRA Series 6 Securities + FINRA Series
63 State Law
EDUCATION:
B.S., Business Management and Marketing, Kansas State University
B.A., Economics, Washburn University
Master in Business Administration, Saint Leo University
Master of Science Acquisition and Contract Management, Florida Institute of Technology
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS:
144 Hour Management Development Program, Boeing
Certificate in Management, Wichita State University
Boeing Basics of Leadership Development, Boeing
Certificate in Mastering Project Management –Villanova University
Certificate in Six Sigma – Green Belt –Villanova University
Certificate in Lean Six Sigma –Villanova University
Masters Certificate in Commercial Contracting – Villanova University
Masters Certificate in Government Contracting – Villanova University
Masters Certificate in Program Management – Villanova University