Anthony Beason
Chesterfield
Summary
Highly skilled Contracting Professional with extensive experience in government contracting, procurement, and acquisition planning. Proven ability to manage cradle-to-grave contract processes, negotiate pricing, and ensure compliance with regulations. Adept at collaborating with teams, analyzing vendor performance, and delivering high-quality results. Strong background in supply chain management and logistics, with a focus on cost efficiency and operational excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Specialist
Defense Commissary Agency (DECA)
03.2024 - Current
- Manage full lifecycle contracting processes, including acquisition planning, market research, and price/cost analysis.
- Procure equipment, supplies, and services through formal advertising and negotiation techniques.
- Review purchase requests for accuracy and compliance with specifications.
- Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to performance work statements (PWS).
- Administer contract modifications and prepare award packages.
- Oversee invoice inspections to ensure timely contractor payments.
Contracting Officer
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
03.2020 - Current
- Award and administer Indefinite Delivery Purchase Orders (IDPOs), including base and option years.
- Conduct pre-award planning, solicitation, evaluation, and negotiation for military supply contracts.
- Utilize FAR, DFARS, and DLAD guidelines to ensure compliance in procurement actions.
- Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Requests for Quotes (RFQ), selecting appropriate clauses and terms.
- Negotiate pricing with vendors to secure best-value contracts.
- Manage multiple projects, prioritizing tasks and communicating updates to stakeholders.
- Award contracts under various set-aside programs (e.g., small business, veteran-owned).
Aerospace Maintenance & Logistics Supervisor
U.S. Air Force
10.2017 - 08.2019
- Supervised maintenance operations for 23 F-35A aircraft valued at $2.4 billion.
- Coordinated pre-flight and post-flight inspections, routine servicing, and parts procurement.
- Managed inventory and maintenance documentation using Autonomic Logistic Information System (ALIS).
- Led a team of 15 technicians, providing training and career guidance.
- Troubleshot and repaired airframe and engine components, ensuring mission readiness.
Aerospace Propulsion Technician
U.S. Air Force
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Inspected, repaired, and maintained aircraft engines (F100-PW-229, TF-33) worth over $3 billion.
- Authored quality deficiency reports to improve product standards and address supply discrepancies.
- Developed training procedures and managed teams of up to 10 technicians.
- Performed engine module changes and preventative maintenance using borescope inspections.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Trident University International
01.2021
Master of Science in Leadership - undefined
Trident University International
01.2023
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - undefined
Trident University International
01.2017
Associate Degree in Aviation Maintenance - undefined
Community College of the Air Force
01.2016
Skills
- Contract Negotiation & Administration
- Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Performance Evaluation
- Cost/Price Analysis
- Market Research & Solicitation
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Procurement Systems (PD2, WAWF, EBS, SPRS)
Certification
- Level 1 Certification in Contracting
- CON 90, 170, 237, 280, 290
- Effective Briefing and Writing Course
- Appropriations Law Seminar
Timeline
Contract Specialist
Defense Commissary Agency (DECA)
03.2024 - Current
Contracting Officer
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
03.2020 - Current
Aerospace Maintenance & Logistics Supervisor
U.S. Air Force
10.2017 - 08.2019
Aerospace Propulsion Technician
U.S. Air Force
05.2015 - 09.2017
Master of Science in Leadership - undefined
Trident University International
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - undefined
Trident University International
Associate Degree in Aviation Maintenance - undefined
Community College of the Air Force
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Trident University International
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