REGINA J ARMSTRONG

Montgomery, TX ***** 443-***-**** admd25@r.postjobfree.com

PROJECT MANAGER

Highly proficient Sourcing Manager with over 10+ years of experience project-managing procurement workflow processes, process improvements, and contract compliance audits. Proven record of success influencing key business decisions to drive business value and promote cost effective strategies across multiple lines of business. Effectively cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and mentor procurement colleagues with contract administration and optimization of global sourcing opportunities aligned with business objectives.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Contract Negotiations ● Data Analysis ● Project Management

Strategic Planning ● Client Relationship Management ● Internal Audits ● Competitive Bids ● Process Improvements ● Technical Evaluations ● Global Sourcing ● Cost Mitigation ● Contract Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

KITCHEN TUNE-UP, Montgomery, TX

Project Manager, October 2019 – Present

Oversee strategic planning, scheduling and cost management of kitchen and bath remodeling projects. Develop cost proposals, scopes of work, 3-D design layouts and execute service agreements with residential customers. Negotiate insertion orders with vendors for custom cabinetry. Request competitive bids for outsourced contract labor and job materials. Assess contractor performance and identify opportunities for process improvements to reduce project cycle time. Forecast project milestones and secure cost mitigation plans to minimize scope creep and cost overruns.

Key Accomplishments:

Leverage existing partnerships with local suppliers and franchisees; reduced materials costs by 20%

Recognized as award winning franchise in July 2020 for cabinet painting services

EXXONMOBIL GLOBAL SERVICES COMPANY, Spring, TX

Regional Sourcing Manager (Americas), November 2018 – October 2019

Stewarded global sourcing initiatives in support of competitive bids to optimize costs savings across downstream operations throughout Americas. Researched supplier market intelligence to develop qualified source lists for request for proposals. Leveraged global agreements and cross-functional relationships to improve strategic planning engagement between key stakeholders. Project managed major capital projects and recommended procurement strategies for sourcing long lead equipment and bulk materials. Interfaced directly with business units to identify critical paths and resolve logistic issues impacting project cycle time and delivery for turnarounds.

Sr. Contracts Manager (Retail & Marketing), March 2014- November 2018

Administered Retail & Marketing portfolio in support of downstream and corporate business operations. Negotiated and executed service contracts for loyalty programs and advertising campaigns. Engaged with marketing advisors to establish multiple year contracts in support of global initiatives across North America, Asia and Europe. Steered complex negotiations on behalf of business units to finalize pricing and contract provisions with suppliers. Formulated non-standard contractual provisions with law and interpreted liability exposure to key stakeholders. Implemented global sourcing strategies and competitive bids to capture costs savings and minimize business risk. Developed scopes of work and technical evaluation plans for new contracts $20M-$2B. Led supplier debriefs and presented contract awards to Senior Management for endorsement.

Key Accomplishments:

Aggressively pursued opportunities to maximize value for regional loyalty programs in the US and Canada; generated $6M in cost savings for the PC Optimum and EM+ Rewards programs

Fast-tracked procurement workflow for time sensitive projects, sustained credit reviews and finalized strategic procurement plan within 30 days to kick-off single source negotiations between Esso and Loblaw.

Restructured agency compensation model between EM and BBDO; yielded $3.2M in annual costs savings

Project-managed source selection for EM+ Rewards; established bid evaluation plan, finalized source lists, and integrated with business units to expedite technical evaluations within 60 days.

Fostered global relationship with site inspection suppliers; seamlessly negotiated 6 month no cost contract extensions to support ongoing business needs across North America, Europe, and Asia.

DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, Fort Sam Houston, TX

Procurement Analyst (Oversight & Assessment), October 2012-March 2014

Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations and army policies. Performed risk assessments and root cause analysis to identify contract non-compliance. Presented final compliance inspection reports to senior executives with a recommended course of action. Analyzed audit findings for workforce training and development. Identified quality control discrepancies and practices inconsistent with federal regulations. Implemented best practices and process improvement strategies to increase efficiency across Army Contracting Command.

Key Accomplishments:

Discovered over 100+ compliance and quality control issues with cost type contracts $5K-$20M; performed root cause analysis; increased operational efficiency by 40% within 6 months.

Streamlined internal audit process; decreased inspection and validation completion by 50%.

Established best practices and process improvements across the Army Contracting Command; collaborated with senior management to implement quality control guidelines; resolved 30% of outstanding corrective action plans in 10 months; received Certificate of Appreciation in August 2013.

DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, Fort Sam, Houston, TX

Procurement Analyst, June 2010-October 2012

Analyzed request for proposals, procurement strategies, sourcing plans and price analysis for construction and professional services over $5MM. Advised Contracting Officers and Program Managers with defining contract type, risk and technical evaluations in accordance with army policies. Performed quality assurance reviews on contracts between $5MM to $200MM. Tracked and monitored contractor past performance and reporting discrepancies. Generated past performance reports to assist with compliance inspections and proposal evaluations.

Key Accomplishments:

Managed and tracked past performance reporting procedures at 40+ Army contracting locations; contributed to an 80% reduction in non-compliance reporting during 2012.

Identified up to 10 compliance issues with past performance evaluations on an open bid; corrective action was taken to revise past performance criteria in the request for proposal in less than 5 days.

Identified over 50+ compliance and quality issues on over 25 contracting actions; reduced legal protest on new contracts issued from 2010 to 2011 by 75%.

Served as a Contracting Officer with $10MM signing authority; issued 10+ contracts from $150K to $1MM during the 4th quarter of 2010; received a Certificate of Appreciation and Monetary Award.

Conducted annual internal contract audits; reviewed 35 contracts and identified up to 200 compliance and quality control issues; provided on the job training to correct all compliance issues within 6 months.

DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD

Contracting Officer, June 2002-June 2010

Executed and administered complex and specialized contracts for Research & Developmental systems and services ranging from $650K to $2MM in support of the Iraq War. Advised Project Managers developing project scope, risks, project milestones and procurement strategies for fixed, costs, and time & material contracts. Developed requests for proposals and evaluated pricing. Negotiated and administered multi-year contracts. Processed Engineering Change Proposals, cost extensions and exercised options years for contract renewals. Documented contractor performance, executed contract close-outs, requested final audit reports, resolved payment discrepancies, and prepared cure notices for non-performance.

Key Accomplishments:

Prepared cost/price analysis for contracts exceeding $50MM; conducted price negotiations; generated $1MM in savings on multiple contracts awarded to large businesses.

Executed 40+ contract modifications and 15+ contracts from $150K-$1MM within 18 months; Military Officials serving in Iraq received all goods and services 10-15 days prior to the requested need date.

Trained and mentored interns; reviewed and approved contracts; contributed to a 40% increase in Army training initiatives from 2009-2010; received incentive award in September 2009.

EDUCATION

University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD, Master of Science, Project Management

Lincoln University, Lincoln University, PA, Bachelor of Art, Accounting

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