Contract Specialist Supply Chain

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JESSICA MARTIN

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Contract Specialist, Procurement Analyst and Business Resource Specialist with over 11 years of expertise in federal acquisition and procurement processes, specializing in vendor management and compliance. Demonstrates proficiency in supply chain and budget management, consistently achieving cost savings and operational efficiency improvements. Committed to leveraging analytical skills and strategic insights to enhance service delivery and optimize resource allocation in future roles. U.S. Navy Veteran of 8 years active duty of supply and Logistics experience.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

CONTRACT SPECIALIST/BUSINESS RESOURCE SPECIALISTApr 2024 - Jul 2025

U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (Performance Management Division)Fredericksburg, VA

Advised the AIS Director on acquisition strategies supporting a multi-billion-dollar VA acquisition portfolio, driving informed decision-making across complex, pre-award procurement activities.

Led strategic acquisition planning efforts for high-value, long-term procurements, collaborating with senior-level Contracting Officers, SMEs, and cross-agency stakeholders to align outcomes with organizational objectives.

Developed and executed pre-award acquisition packages, including SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, Market Research Reports, Acquisition Plans, and Source Selection Plans to ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely delivery.

Oversaw the full contract lifecycle from planning to final delivery, ensuring adherence to FAR, VAAR, and internal policies, while maintaining strict control over timelines, scope, and budget.

Facilitated negotiation and resolution of contract modifications, change orders, and disputes; evaluated pricing and contractual impact to protect the agency’s interests.

Conducted thorough cost/price analyses for complex procurements, leveraging audit findings and market research to ensure fair and reasonable pricing.

Provided technical direction and subject matter expertise to program managers and acquisition teams to ensure clear, complete, and legally sound contracting documents.

Utilized eCMS and other federal systems (e.g., FPDS-NG, CPARS, eCOR) to maintain contract records, input performance data, and support agency compliance and reporting requirements.

Supported internal and external audits (e.g., OIG, GAO, congressional inquiries), producing documentation and correcting deficiencies in collaboration with executive leadership.

Guided implementation of acquisition policy and process improvements, leveraging performance data and business intelligence to enhance efficiency and foster enterprise-wide acquisition excellence.

Monitored funding and expenditures on labor-hour and other contracts to ensure compliance with financial controls and prevent over-obligation of funds.

Led cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals, using lifecycle management principles to balance cost, schedule, and performance constraints.

Designed and maintained systems to capture and share best practices and lessons learned across VA acquisition teams, promoting consistent, high-quality acquisition outcomes.

CONTRACT SPECIALIST/CONTRACTING OFFICERSep 2022 - Mar 2024

United States Coast Guard (Short Range Recovery Division)Elizabeth City, NC

Procured aviation-related supplies and services to ensure continuous availability of aircraft parts and support services, directly contributing to mission readiness and target achievement.

Executed full lifecycle contract management, from pre-solicitation planning through post-award administration and final contract closeout.

Conducted market research and vendor engagement, prepared solicitations, evaluated offers, and negotiated terms including pricing, schedules, and performance incentives.

Performed detailed cost/price analysis, reviewed SOWs/specifications, and recommended procurement strategies and contract types (e.g., fixed-price, best value, requirements).

Drafted and processed justifications for other-than-full-and-open competition; ensured compliance with acquisition regulations and documentation requirements.

Led contract modifications, interpreted contract provisions for internal and external stakeholders, and resolved performance, delivery, and schedule issues.

Served as liaison with ALC and USCG HQ Small Business POC, strengthening vendor relationships and increasing engagement opportunities.

Spearheaded the planning and execution of a department-wide procurement training event; identified training needs and delivered at least 4 procurement-focused sessions annually.

Supported internal and external audits (OIG, GAO, etc.); prepared audit documentation and collaborated with leadership to resolve findings and strengthen internal controls.

Acted as backup team lead and training representative; mentored junior team members, delegated assignments, and led process improvement initiatives to enhance division efficiency.

Applied regulatory knowledge including the Buy American Act, socioeconomic programs, limited competition rules, and multi-year contract planning to ensure compliant and strategic acquisitions.

SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALISTOct 2020 - Aug 2022

Department of Defense (Defense Logistics Agency Maritime Norfolk)Norfolk Naval Shipyard/Portsmouth, VA

Directed operations of the Contracting Branch, overseeing the planning, execution, and compliance of complex acquisitions to support DLA Maritime and Navy customer requirements.

Supervised, coached, and evaluated a team of contracting professionals; delegated assignments based on priorities and staff capabilities, ensuring timely and accurate procurement actions.

Led the full acquisition lifecycle for highly technical and high-value contracts; provided oversight for solicitation development, proposal evaluation, negotiations, and contract award.

Exercised warrant authority for pre- and post-award contracting actions, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance with FAR, DFARS, and DLA policies.

Collaborated with legal counsel on sole source and complex procurement actions, reducing protest risk and ensuring defensible justifications and clearances.

Managed over $2.5M in contract obligations during FY20 with minimal discrepancies, contributing to mission success and meeting fiscal accountability standards.

Represented the command in high-level meetings and negotiations; resolved disputes, settled claims, and served as the lead government negotiator on sensitive or contested procurements.

Drove internal policy development and branch-wide adjustments to align with evolving DLA-wide strategic priorities and customer needs.

Partnered with Customer Service and Business Analysis teams to ensure accurate contract planning, item requirements, and resolution of customer order issues.

Oversaw development of performance plans and ratings, maintained performance equity across subordinate teams, and ensured employee development aligned with mission needs.

Led hiring efforts and interviewed candidates to maintain a high-performing team supporting the Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) and other DoD entities.

Reviewed and approved contract documentation, protest responses, and claims; ensured quality, compliance, and defensibility of contract decisions and communications.

CONTRACT SPECIALIST/CONTRACTING OFFICERJul 2015 - Jul 2022

Department of Defense (Defense Logistics Agency Maritime Norfolk)Norfolk Naval Shipyard/Portsmouth, VA

Served as Lead Contracting Officer responsible for cradle-to-grave acquisition of industrial, IT, and technical services in support of the U.S. Navy at Norfolk Naval Shipyard.

Led the development, solicitation, negotiation, and award of complex contracts, including fixed-price and cost-reimbursement types, phased procurements, and unsolicited proposals.

Conducted advanced market research and requirement analysis; crafted procurement strategies, contract types, milestones, and acquisition plans in compliance with FAR/DFARS.

Prepared solicitations with tailored clauses including cost accounting standards, technical evaluation weighting, escalation factors, and socioeconomic provisions.

Managed the evaluation of contractor proposals, including technical acceptability, cost/price reasonableness, and risk assessment; coordinated technical evaluation panels and pre-award surveys.

Exercised warrant authority to negotiate and award contracts; led post-award administration, monitored contractor performance, verified deliveries, and executed modifications or terminations.

Interpreted contract provisions for contractors and DoD stakeholders, providing authoritative guidance on procurement policy, contract rights, and performance expectations.

Trained and mentored junior contracting staff and purchasing agents; provided acquisition strategy guidance and served as advisor to the Acting Branch Chief.

Represented the Contracting Branch at customer meetings with NNSY and external stakeholders, addressing acquisition planning, performance issues, and contractor engagement.

Resolved complex procurement issues involving proprietary data, extensive subcontracting, and sensitive technical requirements; developed strategies to prevent or defend against protests.

Analyzed production records, contractor performance, and industry standards to develop solutions to procedural or compliance challenges.

Played a key leadership role in ensuring the successful acquisition and delivery of major equipment and services critical to mission readiness and naval operations.

PROCUREMENT ANALYST (ROTATIONAL ASSIGNMENT)Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

Defense Logistics Agency (Office of Small Business Programs Headquarters)Fort Belvoir, VA

Spearheaded implementation of enterprise-wide Small Business Program initiatives, identifying and addressing systemic impediments to small business participation in DLA acquisitions.

Contributed to policy development and strategic process improvements enhancing agency-wide small business utilization.

Represented DLA OSBP in high-level engagements with external stakeholders, including the Small Business Administration (SBA), Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), and major defense contractors.

Delivered training workshops, industry seminars, and conference sessions, fostering awareness and compliance with small business policy across internal and public forums.

Led agency implementation of federal small business socioeconomic programs (SDB, WOSB, VOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), advising field offices and supporting policy enforcement.

Provided expert guidance to large prime contractors and subcontractors on maximizing small business participation in subcontracting plans.

Conducted legislative and regulatory analysis, translating policy requirements into actionable DLA processes and guidance.

Directed development and oversight of DLA Small Business Program website, ensuring up-to-date content and accessibility.

Performed budget oversight and reporting functions for OSBP, maintaining fiscal integrity and compliance.

Temporarily assumed duties of a Grants Officer during rotational assignment vacancy, maintaining continuity in PTAP operations and oversight.

Served as DLA’s technical expert on the DoD Procurement Technical Assistance Program (PTAP), overseeing cooperative agreements and ensuring alignment with 2 CFR 200 and DoD Grant Regulations.

Evaluated PTAC cooperative agreement applications, budgets, and post-award performance, supporting program compliance and effectiveness.

Developed and published annual solicitations for PTAC cooperative agreements, working closely with Administrative Grants Officers to manage awards.

Authored reports analyzing socioeconomic program performance metrics and field office effectiveness, informing executive-level decisions.

Participated in DoD and interagency working groups, contributing to national small business policy discussions and federal acquisition reform efforts.

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR/PURCHASING AGENTOct 2014 - Jul 2015

Defense Logistics Agency (Defense Logistics Agency Maritime Norfolk)Norfolk Naval Shipyard/Portsmouth, VA

Managed full acquisition life cycle, from pre-award through post-award, for purchase orders supporting ship overhauls, repairs, and Shipyard Industrial Yard operations.

Conducted comprehensive market research to identify potential vendors, creating solicitation packages and evaluating offers for technical compliance and cost reasonableness.

Performed price analysis and recommended contract awards to Contracting Officers, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARS, DLAD, and other applicable regulations.

Delivered accurate, timely purchasing actions for a wide range of commercial and technical materials and services, averaging 20 awards per month.

Processed both administrative and complex contract modifications, ensuring timely execution within required timeframes (administrative modifications within one week, complex within 30 days).

Ensured customer satisfaction by providing expert guidance on regulatory requirements and maintaining proactive communication regarding project status.

Maintained high standards of customer service, addressing inquiries and requests promptly while balancing procurement priorities and maintaining cycle times using the Standard Procurement System (SPS).

Ensured procurement actions were executed in accordance with all applicable regulations, policies, and past practices, consistently meeting organizational goals and objectives.

Managed procurements with contracts up to $25,000, achieving award completion within an average of 35 days from requisition receipt.

Collaborated effectively with internal and external stakeholders to support seamless logistics operations, contributing to successful mission execution and resource management.

LOGISTICS SPECIALIST/CORRECTION OFFICERAug 2006 - Sep 2014

U.S. Navy (Active Duty)USS Harry S Truman/NAVCONBRIG Chesapeake

Managed receipt, processing, storage, and inventory of 18,000+ aviation stock items valued over $19K, supporting shipboard logistic operations.

Processed 820 mission-critical requisition requests, ensuring timely delivery of aviation parts/materials to USS Harry S. Truman’s strike group.

Served as Supply Response Section (SRS) point of contact for squadron requisitions, liaising with material control centers and O-Level/I-Level maintenance.

Oversaw repairable material turn-ins and total system carcass tracking, ensuring compliance with I-Level and D-Level repair procedures.

Conducted monthly location audits and inventories for 20,000+ aviation stock items, valued at $3M, achieving zero discrepancies in R-Supply subsystem.

Supervised four junior sailors, ensuring efficient and accurate processing, tracking, and expedition of requisitions for 90 work centers.

Managed and executed cradle-to-grave logistics support for R-Supply, NALCOMIS, and OMMS-NG systems, integrating supply, maintenance, procurement, and quality assurance.

Ensured 100% financial accountability for long-term contracts, managing purchase orders via Relational Supply (R-Supply) and STARS FL.

Expedited over 250 mission-essential requisitions valued at $375K, achieving $75K in cost savings.

Tracked and reconciled 15,000 purchase card transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance, earning an "Excellent" in Supply Management Inspection.

Developed and conducted training for junior sailors and work center supply representatives, reducing processing/reconciliation time by 42%.

Managed Department of Defense Government Purchase Card Program with a budget of $1.1M, ensuring compliance with DoD procurement regulations.

Processed and tracked Casualty Reports (CASREPs) and Anticipated Not-Operationally-Ready Supply (ANORS) to meet mission deadlines.

Led logistics support operations for NAVCONBRIG Chesapeake, managing supply/inventory, logistics, and funds for mission readiness.

Supervised warehouse operations for 523 line items valued at $250K, conducting periodic inventory and ensuring serviceability of assets.

Appointed as Material Obligation Validation Supervisor, validating 1,092 reports and saving over $300K.

Established procedures for mail distribution and contraband inspection, ensuring compliance with federal and military laws.

Managed property accountability and inventory using Defense Property Accountability System (DPAS), ensuring the status of key mission items.

Trained and supervised 25 supply representatives, improving processing efficiency by 42%.

Served as a key member of the Command Emergency Response Team, receiving advanced training in riot control and tactical defense.

EDUCATION

TECHNICAL/OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATE2013 - 2024

Defense Acquisition UniversityFort Belvoir, VA

FAC-Contracting, FAC-Contracting Office Representative III Certifications

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION2013 - 2017

Saint Leo UniversitySaint Leo, FL

CERTIFIED RETAIL TRADE MANAGER2014

U.S. Department of LaborVirginia Beach, VA

Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship for the occupation Manager, Retail Store (Retail Trade) Registration No. N93063-481448

SKILLS

Contract Management (Experienced), Procurement (Expert), Supply Chain (Skillful), Logistics (Skillful), Federal Acquisition (Experienced), Vendor Management (Experienced), Budget Management (Experienced), Documentation (Expert), Compliance (Expert), Analysis (Skillful), Leadership (Skillful), Contract Drafting (Experienced).

REFERENCES

Theodore Nigro 757-***-****); Amanda Spenn 614-***-****); Ginger Beasley 757-***-****);

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