MARIA HARNEY

Senior Contracts Administrator / Contracts Management

540-***-**** ad1dub@r.postjobfree.com

EXPERIENCED CONTRACTS PROFESSIONAL ready to leverage extensive experience providing direction and Contract solutions in a wide array of organizations, including DoD, military and private.

Adept at driving organizational change and maximizing resources. Hands-on leader with strong planning and communication skills; able to communicate with all levels of staff.

CONTRACTS EXPERT adept at contract management, negotiations, evaluations, and enforcement to ensure the organization achieves the best deal possible, and that all obligations are fulfilled.

TEAM PLAYER experienced in motivating and directing interdisciplinary teams to achieve peak performance through a hands-on, collaborative approach.

RESULTS-FOCUSED EXECUTIVE with the ability to develop internal and external pricing models and manipulate data for forecasting purposes; demonstrated ability in providing accurate interpretations and forecasts

B.A., Acquisition & Contracts Management, Strayer University BA Acquisition and Contracts Management – currently working A.A.S, Marketing, Monroe Community College, Henrietta, NY 1996

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Contract Manager 3/2021 – 11/2022

Fenix Group, Inc. Chantilly, VA

Reviews cost proposals and pricing information.

Risk Mitigation - Review terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification, Organizational Conflict of Interest, and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategies.

Write, review, update and negotiate with various entities a wide variety of customer and partner agreements to include licensing, licensing SaaS, professional services, and support, NDAs, amendments, and other agreements with the support of our Legal Dept.

PAR and CPAR coordination

NDA and TA creation and issuance, to include reviewing requested changes and accept or reject.

Compares bids from vendors and determines, or assists with determination, to whom contracts will be awarded.

Evaluates vendor proposals to ensure that all requirements are met.

Maintains database regarding vendors performance and quality of product(s).

Establish positive customer relationships and leverage to provide critical strategic intelligence to program team to expand business and influence customer requirements, program/contract terms and contract structure.

Integrate with Business Development to optimize contract structure and business terms, and coordinate strategic agreements, when appropriate (e.g., partnering and teaming agreements)

Recommend changes, additions, and deletions to the contract structure to ensure accurate reflection of customer requirements and alignment with company's program strategy and risk mitigation approach.

Identify business risks associated with contract in partnership with mission assurance.

Ensure that the contract and statement of work are consistent with pricing assumptions to effectively manage financial risk related to contract terms and conditions, and that the underlying cost estimate is consistent with and appropriately addresses performance risk.

Implement the change management process and coordinate with Program Management to ensure compliance.

Monitor contract cost performance in concert with Program Management and Finance.

Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters.

FEDERAL BUYER 5/2019 – 6/2020

ECS Federal Fairfax, VA

Purchasing Buyer that interface with numerous business units within a 2,500 person, $600M environment

Create and implement best practice purchasing vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve business performance.

Ensure that purchasing strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality and delivery targets, which enables the company to function and compete effectively in the market to include: Terms and conditions, supplier selection/de-selection, evaluation and rationalization of supply chain solutions including vendor managed inventory, supplier consignments and safety stock.

Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities.

Act as a point of contact between the company and suppliers.

Identify potential suppliers based on project requirements.

Evaluate vendor quotations and utilizes appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery, and service.

Recruits and maintains suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a better price while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct.

Instrumental in preparing for the CPSR audit. Provided training to buyers, reviewed purchase order documentation to ensure it was complete, reviewed past purchase orders and updated with any missing documents

SENIOR CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR 10/2018 – 4/2019

BAE Systems Radford, VA

Review complex solicitations specialized and/or non-routine response for proposals, bids, and contract modifications. Completes compliance guideline.

Analyses significant, and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and corporate policies and business unit procedure.

Provides contractual guidance to business team members for appropriate Statement of Work. Manages contract change control process.

Develops negotiation strategy and supports, and may lead, negotiation team on complex contractual issues.

Analyzes new laws, regulations, and contract trends for potential impact on business unit goals and objectives.

Provides authoritative guidance to internal business teams on corporate goals and objectives relating to contract activity.

Focal point for all communication with law, finance, and business team disciplines for resolution of contract issues and disputes.

Assists in identification, development and implementation of new contract policy and processes.

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CONTRACTS MANAGER 7/2009 – 10/2018

Raytheon Springfield, VA

Provides Contract Management support to multiple Contracts across the country to include: Development of Statement of Work, Market Research, Price Estimates, Schedules, Financial Analysis.

Perform risk assessment, identify potential risks and impacts, and develop mitigation plans

Cradle to Grave Contract Support, to include: Liaison between employees or customer personnel and vendors Negotiations with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes. Prepare and Issue any Contract Modifications, Monitoring of Contractor for delivery and performance.

Experienced in the FAR & DFAR acquisition processes/compliance.

Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) versed

Creation of Teaming Agreements Experience

Familiar with Security Requirements for classified sites involving contractors.

Participate in the source selection process and development of cost proposals during new business pursuits, working collaboratively with the Material Program Manager and proposal management personnel

Negotiates price, delivery, quality, and service. Negotiate enterprise agreements, software licenses and Raytheon terms & conditions with best value suppliers

Ensure the protection of Raytheon Proprietary information during discussions with subcontractors and prospective subcontractors by providing guidance to internal stakeholders and initiating, where required, Proprietary Information Agreements

Perform or support evaluations leading to the selection of qualified subcontractors, and recommend subcontractors with respect to cost, delivery, contractual compliance, and socio-economic status

Manage the financial and administrative tasks of assigned Subcontracts to ensure subcontractors are meeting their contractual obligations, including but not limited to ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and public laws

Verify funding availability, handle invoice approval and processing; identify and resolve billing issues

Human Resources Assistant 2/2007 – 8/2008

Bai, Inc. Crystal City, VA

Provided direct human resources support to Program Office Captain, Technical Director, Deputy Program Manager, managers, supervisors, and employees working on a Naval program. Recruited and hired all new employees, including reviewing resumes, checking candidate security clearance, summarizing candidate qualifications for departmental personnel, scheduling interviews, and serving as point-of-contact for all hiring and on-boarding.

Training officer for the program, which encompassed tracking funds for availability, monitoring each individual’s training plan, including long-term, mandatory, developmental, and other Navy requirements. Maintained training records on each employee and conduct yearly Sexual Harassment and Ethics training to Program Office

Oversaw the yearly budget, tracking all training spending, program spending, monitoring other expenditures and ensuring that the proper documentation for each

Supported Management/HR Manager in meetings/briefings by preparing presentations, agendas, and following up with meeting minutes

Assisted in the development, preparation, and production of any necessary specialized HR metric reports and the tools necessary to gather that data.

Worked with employees and managers to ensure a smooth transition to DCIPS, including training and answering a high volume of questions

Assist with counseling, training, and recommendations to Program Management and managers on Human Resources related policies, procedures, laws, and best practices, including employee discipline, grievances, hearings, and other employee relations matters

Updated job descriptions for transition to DCIPS in response to the DAU adding several new career fields for training; updated affected employees about the change in status

Served on Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Team, which crafted Operations and Emergency Action Plans

Procurement Representative 1998-2007

Lockheed Martin Springfield, VA

Establish and manage relationships with vendors worldwide for services and products that include communications hardware/software, installation and maintenance services, and specialized site projects.

Review purchase requisitions for quality and source of supply to expedite the procurement process.

Prepare Request for Quotes, maintain quotes, and purchase orders in accordance with defense priorities and allocation system for goods and services over $25,000.

Thoroughly analyze quotes, conduct price analysis, negotiate fees and services, and make appropriate awards for the judicious selections of goods and services.

Purchase Orders had to meet government standard

Help internal and external customers on the proper utilization of SAP functions and protocols.

Work directly with Facilities Team to configure new office space – to include furniture placement, computer connectivity availability, phone systems, and Work Requests necessary to complete the project.

Facilitate SAP Procurement Module trainings for entry level through senior management site users.

Coordinated with Facilities Team, using the SAP System to ensure that monthly, yearly, and quarterly maintenance was completed on time and ahead of schedule.

Utilize a strong knowledge for Supply Chain Management concepts including analyzing procurement related problems, coordinating solutions with end users, suppliers, logistics personnel and following through with appropriate action.

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