Brice Conner

Ponte Vedra,FL

Summary

Results-driven Supply Chain Analyst with over 10 years of progressive experience in defense procurement, federal acquisition compliance, and supplier performance optimization. Skilled in sourcing, negotiations, and contract administration under FAR and DFAR regulations. Proven success in achieving multimillion-dollar cost savings and strengthening vendor relationships in high-stakes, government-regulated environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Analyst

General Dynamics IT

Falls Church, VA

04.2022 - Current

Achieved $8.7M in cost savings through competitive RFQ processes and strategic supplier engagement.
Serve as subject matter expert for DLA/GSA procurement workflows; developed and led training sessions that improved processing efficiency and compliance.
Oversee Master Service Agreements to maintain favorable terms and ensure adherence to FAR/DFAR procurement standards.
Streamline supplier communication channels to support rapid response and cost-effective sourcing.
Specialize in SSJ procurements while purchasing a broad range commodities across multiple categories to support mission-critical operations.
Streamline supplier communication channels to support rapid response and cost-effective sourcing.

Procurement Analyst I

BAE Systems Ship Repair

Jacksonville, FL

05.2019 - 04.2022

Coordinated the procurement and delivery of materials, rental equipment, and repair services across multiple ship repair programs, ensuring compliance with DFAR and program-specific requirements.
Procured highly specialized and complex materials in support of platform sustainment operations, maintaining alignment with stringent technical specifications and deadlines.
Selected and recommended qualified suppliers; created and managed electronic purchase orders (ePO) for internal review and award preparation.
Negotiated change orders, including additions, deletions, and modifications to purchase orders; resolved pricing discrepancies and invoice conflicts to maintain cost accuracy.
Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, logistics, and finance to ensure timely material availability for production schedules.

Quartermaster

United States Navy, USN

Norfolk, VA

08.2012 - 08.2017

Supervised junior sailors in logistics, stock control, and high-risk material handling operations.
Managed inventory databases and budget allocations to maintain operational readiness.
Coordinated procurement and delivery of essential shipboard materials, resolving critical supply discrepancies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Saint Leo University

Tampa, FL

07-2021

Skills

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) / DFAR Compliance
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
Supplier Negotiation & Contract Administration
Supply Chain Optimization
Cost Reduction & Efficiency Initiatives
Purchasing methodologies

Supply chain optimization
Supply chain planning
ERP systems proficiency
DLA / MILSTRIP Order Processing
Market & Trend Analysis
Supplier Performance Management

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