Bradley E. Janssen
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Procurement Specialist with 19 years of experience in military and defense procurement, including significant tenure at Raytheon. Demonstrated expertise in customer service and critical thinking, with a proven ability to adapt and excel in fast-paced environments. Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office, complemented by an active security clearance. Recognized for strong multitasking abilities and exceptional judgment in independent work settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Raytheon Technologies
Tucson, Arizona
04.2019 - Current
- Engage with multiple programs to source components essential for satisfying customer needs.
- Analyze multiple suppliers regarding pricing, quality, and punctuality of delivery for Engineering Program.
- Obtain quotations to assess and determine most suitable supplier for usage
- Collaborates closely with Raytheon programs alongside finance, buyers, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure timely product delivery
- Consistently manage expedites, pull-ins, pull-outs, and cancellations to ensure timely resolution
- Manage purchase activities from beginning to end, confirming that vendors and suppliers fulfill agreed-upon payment and delivery conditions.
- Facilitates RMA (Returns) process for shipping damaged items or incorrectly shipped items back to manufacturer
- Coordinate with Engineering program to assess requirement for part procurement versus Turn Key option, facilitating informed make-or-buy decisions to enhance cost management and lead times
- Track assets amounting to $2.7 million dollars.
- Sourced and determined new part numbers for outdated components or items with inflated costs or lengthy lead times, ensuring program access to necessary items in a timely manner while adhering to budget
SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (GS-7 STEP 10)
162ND Wing Tucson ANG
Tucson, Arizona
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Collaborated closely with aircraft maintenance to deliver customer support on supply matters, coordinating efforts with higher headquarters, Regional Supply Centers, and Item Managers regarding aircraft parts, engines, and ground equipment, ensuring all requirements are fulfilled.
- Receive and store items in warehouse
- Procured new and extra inventory, or created records that facilitate such purchases.
- Demonstrated expertise in supply regulations, policies, procedures, and instructions relevant to Mobility Readiness Section and supply operations.
- Evaluate outgoing work for adherence to customer specifications.
SUPPLY CHAIN TECHNICIAN (GS-9 STEP 3)
126th Air Refueling Wing Scott AFB
Scott Air Force Base, Illinois
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Coordinated efforts across departments to address customer needs and mitigate impacts from shortages
- Oversee worldwide management of decentralized and decontrolled items requiring technical intervention to ensure effective supply support and cost efficiency.
- Facilitated acquisition and transportation of high-priority assets internationally for off-station aircraft.
- Communicated with customers by email or telephone to relay order information, encompassing unit prices, shipping dates, and forecasted delays.
- Analyze stock data in SBSS (ESS) to prioritize and manage back order release.
- Advise on removal of surplus, defective, or outdated inventory.
SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (GS-7 STEP 3)
126th Air Refueling Wing
Scott Air Force Base, Illinois
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Collaborated directly with aircraft maintenance to deliver customer support for all supply-related inquiries, coordinating with upper management, Regional Supply Centers, and Item Managers on all aircraft parts, engines, and ground equipment to ensure requirements were fulfilled
- Managed and consistently operated multiple supply systems, fostering strong working relationships with supply and aircraft maintenance
- Executed quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports facilitating asset tracking on and off base
- Procured new or additional inventory, or generated documentation that facilitates such acquisitions
- Analyzed and organized data from contracts, purchase orders, requisitions, and other documents to evaluate supply needs
- Reviewed outgoing work to ensure compliance with customer requirements
- Facilitated, devised, and carried out logistics support functions encompassing maintenance planning, repair analysis, and test equipment recommendations.
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST JOURNEYMAN (SSGT)
182d Airlift Wing
Peoria, Illinois
10.2006 - 02.2013
- Engaged with aircraft maintenance to provide customer support on supply concerns, coordinating efforts with higher headquarters, Regional Supply Centers, and Item Managers across all aircraft parts, engines, and ground equipment to meet specified requirements.
- Acquired new and supplementary stock, or prepared documents supporting such purchases
- Organized and sorted items for efficient stocking on shelves in stockrooms and warehouse
- Optimized placement of items to ensure maximum accessibility in warehouses, tool rooms, supply rooms, or other assigned areas.
- Inspected and reviewed stock items for wear or defects, reporting findings of any damage to supervisors
- Validated inventory computations through comparison with physical stock counts, addressing discrepancies as needed
Education
Certificate in Supply Chain Management - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL08.2012
Associate of Science - Business Management
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL08.2008
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Supply chain management
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Product tracking
- Order placement
- Supplier relationships
- Inventory sourcing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Self motivation
- Supplier research
References
- Mike Gallegos, Current Co-worker, 520-429-6596
- Eric Saunders, Personal reference, 217-371-6595
- Luis Arenas-Gomez, Current Co-worker, 520-730-8971
- Eric Bruce, Former Supervisor, 618-791-4678
Timeline
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Raytheon Technologies
04.2019 - Current
SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (GS-7 STEP 10)
162ND Wing Tucson ANG
01.2018 - 09.2018
SUPPLY CHAIN TECHNICIAN (GS-9 STEP 3)
126th Air Refueling Wing Scott AFB
12.2015 - 12.2017
SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (GS-7 STEP 3)
126th Air Refueling Wing
03.2013 - 12.2015
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST JOURNEYMAN (SSGT)
182d Airlift Wing
10.2006 - 02.2013
Certificate in Supply Chain Management - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Associate of Science - Business Management
Lincoln Land Community College
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University