Derek Collazo
Pewee Valley,KY
Summary
Dynamic Government Purchase Card Approving Official with a proven track record at the United States Coast Guard, excelling in team collaboration and problem-solving. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic negotiations and enhanced budget accuracy, while fostering a positive work environment and training staff on financial processes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Government Purchase Card Approving Official
United States Coast Guard Sector Ohio Valley
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Lead a team of 7 Government Purchasing agents to supply customers with the supplies and services needed to complete their missions in a timely fashion and in accordance with all federal acquisition regulations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Government Purchase Card Approving Official/Budget Manager
United States Coast Guard MSST San Pedro
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Lead a team of 4 Government Purchase Card Holders to requisition supplies and services in accordance with all federal acquisition regulations.
- Performed month-end account analysis, headcount and salary reports and related journal entries.
- Trained 24 new staff members on systems, enhancements and financial processes.
- Reduced expenditure discrepancies by conducting regular audits and implementing cost controls.
- Increased departmental collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate budget allocations.
- Ran budget meetings with the Executive Officer and all Department Heads.
Contracting Officer/ Inventory Control Officer
United States Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton WMSL-753
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Oversaw all contracting actions for supplies, services and fuel of the vessel.
- As the Physical Inventory Control Officer, oversaw the maintenance, inventory, audit and issuance of all parts out the inventory stock.
- Improved overall contracting operations through regular performance assessments and implementation of best practices.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for the organization, ensuring cost savings and mutual benefits.
Contracting Officer/ Inventory Research Analyst
United States Coast Guard Air Station E. City
06.2011 - 05.2015
- Expertly Contracted all supplies and services for Air Station customers in accordance with all federal acquisition regulations.
- Reconciled quarterly inventories of stocked aviation parts.
- Secured advantageous pricing by skillfully negotiating volume discounts with suppliers during contract negotiations.
- Implemented advanced data analytics tools for tracking contract performance metrics more accurately.
- Served as lead negotiator and business contact for partner procurement process.
- Identified areas for improvement in current contracting processes, proposing innovative solutions that led to increased efficiency.
Purchasing Agent/ Construction Deck Supervisor
United States Coast Guard Cutter Kennebec WLIC-802
06.2008 - 06.2011
- Purchased all supplies, services and fuel for vessel in accordance with all federal acquisition regulations.
- Lead a crew of 15 personnel in the construction of fixed maritime aids to navigation(channel markers).
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
Purchasing Agent/Property Analyst
United States Coast Guard Training Center
05.2004 - 06.2008
- Purchased supplies and services for customers in accordance with all federal acquisition regulations.
- Properly disposed of Government property in accordance with all federal regulations.
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Reduced lead times by implementing strategic inventory management practices.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
Storekeeper "A" School Student
United States Coast Guard Training Center
02.2004 - 04.2004
- Received training for military Storekeeper rating job.
- Received training for government procurement, inventory process, government property management, MILSTRIP procurements, mail, shipping and general logistics.
Engineering Maintenance
United States Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton WHEC-715
08.2003 - 02.2004
- Conducted preventative maintenance on vessel's engineering plant.
- Qualified in vessel's damage control procedures.
- Qualified security watch stander.
- Interpreted work orders to complete equipment service and maintenance work and documented tasks to maintain consistent service history.
- Managed inventory of essential equipment utilized during various deployments while ensuring proper maintenance of gear used by both handler and canine partners.
- Enhanced overall sewer system efficiency by performing regular inspections and maintenance.
- Assisted in maintaining clean facilities by performing routine maintenance tasks and adhering to sanitary guidelines.
Military Basic Training Student
United States Coast Guard Training Center
06.2003 - 08.2003
- Completed all physical and knowledge based requirements for general entry in to the United States Coast Guard.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
- Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richlands High School
Richlands, NC06-1999
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Government Purchase Card Approving Official
United States Coast Guard Sector Ohio Valley
06.2020 - 06.2023
Government Purchase Card Approving Official/Budget Manager
United States Coast Guard MSST San Pedro
07.2018 - 06.2020
Contracting Officer/ Inventory Control Officer
United States Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton WMSL-753
06.2015 - 06.2018
Contracting Officer/ Inventory Research Analyst
United States Coast Guard Air Station E. City
06.2011 - 05.2015
Purchasing Agent/ Construction Deck Supervisor
United States Coast Guard Cutter Kennebec WLIC-802
06.2008 - 06.2011
Purchasing Agent/Property Analyst
United States Coast Guard Training Center
05.2004 - 06.2008
Storekeeper "A" School Student
United States Coast Guard Training Center
02.2004 - 04.2004
Engineering Maintenance
United States Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton WHEC-715
08.2003 - 02.2004
Military Basic Training Student
United States Coast Guard Training Center
06.2003 - 08.2003
High School Diploma -
Richlands High School
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