Catherine Ortiz
Jonesville,NC
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Material Logistics Manager
Northrop Grumman Corporation
09.2017 - Current
- Lead a team of over 25 professional logisticians worldwide supporting the Special Electronic Mission Aircraft (SEMA) program
- Set and enforced standards for the team; ensuring a focus on ethical behavior and company values
- Manage team assignments/workloads, manage staffing levels, performance reviews, recruiting and lead continuous improvement efforts
- Resourced staff and sites efficiently; relating these investments to program priorities
- Work and support cross functional program teams including, but not limited to, Supplier Performance, Supply Chain Program Management, Contracts, Engineering, Finance and Planning
- Routinely engaged US Government counterparts to synchronize expectations and priorities; ultimately to improve readiness for the SEMA fleet
- Executed and tracked a deliberate repairable management process with operational focus, which is now reviewed Daily Status meetings
- Successfully supervised requisition processing and prioritization resulting in significant reductions in site zero balance rates
- Worked with leadership to define strategies and alignment in support of parts in Category Management
- Reviewed Subcontractors terms to negotiate and award subcontracts to suppliers in accordance with the local procurement policies and procedures, including long term agreements
- Supervised and lead the Program’s repairable management and logistics processing efforts greatly contributed to the increased visibility and success of the program in managing readiness, customer support and costs
- Provided technical input to the Global Supply Chain (GSC) team for fair and reasonable assessment by identifying fit, form and function applicability in adherence to regulatory compliance procedures
- Managed, supervised and facilitated innovative solutions to improved performance and contractual goals, Perfect Order of Fulfillment [POF] and Non-Mission Capability Supply [NMCS])
- Partnered with stakeholders to ensure compliance with FAR and DFAR property clauses
- Developed in partnership with stakeholders to ensure compliance with international shipping of Government Furnished Property
- Coordinate with the logistics team and global site personnel to facilitate the ordering or requisition of parts needed for fleet readiness
- Collaboration with stakeholders to ensure compliance of Communication Security (COMSEC) and Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI) are properly protected, managed, and stored in accordance with the NSA /CSS Policy Manual 3-16
- Reviewed final audit material for internal and external audits requested by DCMA and/or the U.S. Army (customer)
- Develop and maintain program’s Standard Operating Procedures for the proper handling of government property from acquisition to disposition
- Overseen the full life cycle of government property and Northrop property furnished to the SEMA contract from acquisition to disposition
- Manage and participate in annual physical inventories including the final submission of inventories to the customer
- Work with the material property system developer, 2Is, Inc., to ensure the 2AP system remains in compliance with government regulations and customer Statement of Work
- Communicate with all OCONUS and CONUS sites daily to maintain accurate inventory records and assist in the reconciliation of those records
Senior Logistics Planner
Northrop Grumman Corporation
05.2014 - 09.2017
- Shaped the structure of the logistics organization for a Program Director for a new international program
- Maintains open communication between multiple sites allowing oversight and management of asset positions of customers’ inventory
- Review and evaluate technical and financial data to identify critical spares and support requirements
- Comprehend, analyzes and develops solutions to complex problems; evaluates customer needs to identify and recommend proactive solutions for meeting customer mission requirements
- Coordinates with multiple groups within program office to forecast and manage budget system for customer inventory spares program
- Extensive inter-personnel communication with Government and military members while integrating military and civilian procedures and policies
Principle Logistics Analyst
Northrop Grumman Corporation
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Organized the efficient flow of aircraft spares and information for repair program between numerous repair facilities in order to meet customer requirements and schedule.
- Managed spares in accordance with contract requirements in order to ensure resourceful customer service and time objectives were achieved.
- Maintained Contract directed repair of spares within monetary constraints in order to meet financial objectives of the program and department
- Contributed to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards to streamline repair process
Staff Analyst 2
ARINC Engineering Services, LLC
02.2001 - 10.2012
- Supported numerous divisions within the company as a Proposal Production Coordinator
- Established and maintained budgetary expenditures on defense contracts valued in excess of fifty million dollars
- Provided essential support maintaining detailed and concise contractual information for the numerous programs
- Obtained, compiled, analyzed budget execution; summarized program narrative/quantitative data
- Analyzed program gaps, conflicts, financial and budgetary data while developing and updating financial plans
- Communicated findings of over/under-utilization of financial resources for the project while ensuring the availability of self to the team for any administrative services that may be required for success of the program
- Managed the finances, labor, schedules, and coordination with the Government customer
Logistics Support Analyst
U-Tech Services/DMS Services
07.2000 - 02.2001
- Performed budgeting/cost comparison of inventory, stock control, financial planning, & forecasting
- Computed requirement, determined allowance, researched/identified supplies and equipment needs
- Supervised and performed operations involved in storage, inspection, identification, and receipt of property items using a variety of methods, techniques and criteria that assures assuring customer requirements will be met timely and with high quality products and service
Requisition Clerk
U-Tech Services/DMS Services
05.1999 - 07.2000
- Controlled item and monetary accounts for accuracy while assisting maintain a precise inventory
- Computes requirement, determines allowance, and research/identifies supplies and equipment requirements.
- Implemented new property ordering procedures in conjunction to extensive part number research
Supply Journeyman
U.S. Air Force
Worldwide
06.1989 - 08.1995
- Monitored items contained in mobility readiness spares packages and war readiness spares kits and ordered replacements as necessary.
- Controlled the dissemination of classified/sensitive information, tracked controlled items, maintained MICAP documentation, receipts and transactions.
- Coordinated with maintenance activities on MICAPS and repairable component actions determining requirements for storage, including those for classified, sensitive, radioactive, hazardous, Mobility Spares Readiness Package (MSRP), War Readiness Spares Kits (WRSK) and flammable property.
Summary
Experienced Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring operational pulse to deliver relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. Accustomed to working with multiple entities to achieve business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Works quickly and maintains focus while providing top-notch customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Education
Master of Science - Management
02.2002 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leader
01.2000 - 05.2001
Skills
Purchasing management
Transportation management systems
Freight cost estimation
Shipping and receiving operations
Team management
Strategic sourcing
Procurement management
Vendor relationship management
Shipping documentation
Shipment scheduling
Logistics analysis
Supply positioning
Fleet oversight
Cost reduction strategies
Continuous improvement
Warehouse operation oversight
Supply chain management
Client relationship management
Logistics management
Employee supervision
Budget planning
Warehouse management
Product management
Shipping and receiving
Mentoring and training
Supplies inventory
Documentation
Inventory control
Import and export operations
Logistics oversight
Demand planning
Freight coordination
Work delegation
Warehouse safety
Warehouse operations
Customs compliance
Data analysis
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 25 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of program Standard Operating Procedures.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Software
Microsoft Suite
Nitro PDF
Timeline
Material Logistics Manager - Northrop Grumman Corporation
09.2017 - Current
Senior Logistics Planner - Northrop Grumman Corporation
05.2014 - 09.2017
Principle Logistics Analyst - Northrop Grumman Corporation
10.2012 - 05.2014
Southern Nazarene University - Master of Science, Management
02.2002 - 05.2003
Staff Analyst 2 - ARINC Engineering Services, LLC
02.2001 - 10.2012
Logistics Support Analyst - U-Tech Services/DMS Services
07.2000 - 02.2001
Southern Nazarene University - Bachelor of Science, Organizational Leader
01.2000 - 05.2001
Requisition Clerk - U-Tech Services/DMS Services
05.1999 - 07.2000
Supply Journeyman - U.S. Air Force
06.1989 - 08.1995
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