Contract Administrator

Shameka Harris

********@***.*** Seeking career opportunity in the U.S. or Abroad 678-***-****

Strategic Buyer Purchasing Professional Contract Administrator Logistics

Accomplished Procurement Professional with international experience in complex, full lifecycle federal contracting,

achieving quality, quantity, cost, and delivery specifications for FAR and DFAR procurement.

Exceptional ability to source, qualify, and optimize performance of global suppliers. Accomplished in issuing RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and evaluating proposals.

Engagingcommunicatoreffectiveininterfacingwithend-users,managers,engineers,projectmanagers, accounting and finance, and cross-functional purchasing team members to gather requirements.

Process-oriented and methodical, able to identify, improve, and implement business processes and best practices. Proactive problem solver who anticipates, investigates, and resolves purchasing discrepancies.

Valued as a versatile, organized, industrious purchasing professional with a positive customer service communication style. Quick study dedicated to professional development and excellence in all assignments.

KBR KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT $18 billion Federal Prime Contractor / Construction / Energy Promoted multiple times during tenure with KBR. Highlights:

Field Buyer Procurement Dept. All Iraq- Sites - Baghdad, Iraq

Senior Field Buyer Lead Buyer, Procurement Dept. H-Sites Qayyarah - Mosul, Iraq

Field Buyer, Procurement Dept. H- Sites - Mosul, Iraq

2006 to 2011

Experience

L-3 COMMUNICATIONS DISPLAY SYSTEMS, Alpharetta, GA 2012 to Present

Contract Administrator

Provide leadership in contract proposal preparation, administration and closeout of military and commercial contracts with key accounts in defense contracting, such as Boeing, DynCorp, Lockheed Martin, Honeywell and Alenia. Report to Director of Contracts.

Review incoming purchase orders for pricing and availability. Enter orders into SAP and Concom BMS. Utilize worldwide area workflow federal database for tracking of shipments.

Assure accuracy and completeness of files in accordance with company procedures, including proper authorizing signatures.

Review and draft contracts in compliance to company standards. Evaluate contract terms for compliance to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Provide training for new Contract Administrators in key processes and procedures (contract evaluation, preparation of shipping documents).

Orchestratedprocurementofdiversematerialsacrossmultiplecommoditycategories,fromcapitalequipment, electronics and construction materials to basic housekeeping supplies, with annual spend of $3-4 million, to supply military operations. Reported to Purchasing Manager.

Provided training and leadership for new Field Buyers in FAR / DFAR procurement, as well as SAP, PSR+, RFX. As Sr. Field Buyer, delivered training, attended management meetings, and provided management reports.

UtilizedSAPtodevelop,administerandawardpurchaseordersrequiringproductknowledgeinaccordancewith established policies, procedures and specific project requirements.

Led fast-track procurement of all materials needed to construct a military base for up to 5000 troops.

Ensured fair, diligent market research prior to soliciting bids in accordance with federal acquisition regulations.

Maintained accurate and complete purchasing documentation including requisitions, purchase orders, change orders, technical evaluations, proposals, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance reporting.

Performed close out of purchase orders. Continued Page 2

KBR KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT $18 billion Federal Prime Contractor / Construction / Energy 2006 to 2011

Administrative Specialist, Procurement Dept. H Sites Marez- Mosul, Iraq

Reported to Site Manager, supporting a Procurement team of 45: Buyers, Subcontract Administrators, Expeditors, and

Document Control staff.

Updated Master Log with Work Releases from the subcontract administrators (SCAs).

Efficiently distributed procurement workload between SCAs, Finance & Accounting, and Materials team.

Investigated,documented,andresolvedsubcontractorissues.

Coordinated Passport checks on a monthly basis.

Prepared weekly reports including master contracts log, subcontracts work releases, passport and badge verification, personnel reports and organizational charts, and supply chain logistics reports.

Promoted from Administrative Specialist, O&M Service Desk H-2 Diamondback - Mosul, Iraq

NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION - Vienna, VA 2005 to 2006

Call Center Account Specialist

Analyzed, researched, and interpreted account information to resolve a wide range of customer issues. Made adjustments to credit card, loan accounts, and monetary transfers per company policy. Earned multiple recognitions and bonuses for exceptional performance.

UNITED PARCEL SERVICES - Maspeth, NY 2000 to 2005

Supervisor, Management Logistics

Supervised and dispatched a team of 85+ drivers. Trained Office Management Specialist on DIAD System (dispatch and scanning system), tracking databases, and stress-free, professional handling of customer complaints. Served as liaison between customers and drivers; resolved complaints and inquiries. Earned special recognition and spot award from executive team for “Excellent Customer Service” following a customer appreciation letter.

Affiliations Technical Skills

KBR UNIVERSITY Backcharge Agreement and Claims Dispute Subcontract Types & Options Procurement Review Board (PRB) Price Analysis Fundamentals Lease vs. Purchase Analysis Supplier Representations & Certifications Solicitation Federal Procurement Regulations System Single Sole Source Technical Evaluation for Buyers Technical Evaluation for SCAs

Next Level Purchasing, Inc. - CPM certification from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM)

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio), SAP, RFX, PSR (Quick Base) Mac/PC/IBM, Internet research, Skype, SharePoint, Able to attain any level of Security Clearance

AWRDS (Army War Reserve Deployment System) supported the daily activities of forward-deployed maintenance activities and APS Depots alike to store, maintain, issue, and track equipment. Modules exist for inventory management, work orders, finance, administrative tools, and report generation.

Skills: Ensure all inventory is consolidated and controlled. Maintains inventory records with complete accuracy both electronic and hard copy (i.e.; record all inventory transactions). Oversee regular inventory counts. Management of all Inventory Control and Shipping & Receiving processes materials, and personnel. Ensure the accuracy of physical inventory, the inventory record, and all material transactions.

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