Geordelle Charles
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Dynamic leader with 20 years of extensive experience, driving strategic acquisition initiatives and enhancing productivity by 40%. Proven expertise in contract lifecycle management and team leadership, fostering collaboration and optimizing workflows. Recognized for implementing innovative solutions that significantly improved operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement. Seasoned background in strategic planning, team leadership, and performance optimization. Known for driving company growth by developing efficient operational strategies and fostering professional relationships. Demonstrated abilities in problem solving, decision making, and communication skills to influence key stakeholders. Proven record of delivering innovative solutions and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Contracting Operations
U.S. Army Contracting Command Headquarters
Huntsville, AL
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational systems, increasing visibility into key initiatives and enhancing productivity by 40%.
- Lead contracting operations enterprise-wide with oversight of contract strategy, compliance, and execution.
- Define and revise operational policies impacting 6,000+ personnel internationally.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives with Senior Executive Service members, enhancing production efficiency and decreasing acquisition lead times by 25%.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize workflows resulting in a reduction in overall personnel costs.
Deputy Director/Chief, Procurement Division
U.S. Army Contracting Command Headquarters
Huntsville, AL
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Directed acquisition planning and policy for global operations, including Ukraine support, COVID-19 missions, and NDAA guidance.
- Overhauled acquisition processes, improving throughput by 30% while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed and executed acquisition strategies that aligned with the current political and regulatory environment.
- Implemented lean strategies, reducing premium hours across the Procurement Support Division and improving work products.
- Developed tools that optimized workflow and increased transparency across the Contracting Operations Directorate.
Chief, Tactical Missiles TOW Branch
U.S. Army Contracting Command Redstone Arsenal
Huntsville, AL
10.2017 - 05.2021
- Oversaw contracts and strategy for major missile systems including TOW and Bradley.
- Mentored 20+ acquisition professionals and drove division-wide process improvements.
- Managed daily operations of a high-volume product delivery team, ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Created and maintained bi-weekly meetings with customers to ensure 100% satisfaction with the team.
- Exceeded all requirement deadlines and maintained open communication with chain of command.
Team Lead/Contracting Officer, PATRIOT
U.S. Army Contracting Command Redstone Arsenal
Huntsville, AL
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Managed PAC-3 MSE production contracts with unlimited warrant authority and led high-level negotiations with defense stakeholders.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor and enhance operational performance, resulting in a 10% increase in productivity.
- Streamlined acquisition schedules, reducing downtime amongst team members, and improving overall efficiency by 15%.
Branch Chief – Energy Branch & Pre-Award
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Directed operations across the enterprise, optimizing workflows to reduce turnaround times by 30%.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of acquisition strategies, solicitations, and proposal evaluations for all portfolios within the branch.
Procurement Analyst – Liaison to DASA(P) & OSD
Office of Energy Initiatives
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Developed comprehensive training programs to support the Army’s goal to support energy initiatives across the Department of Defense.
- Collaborated with senior officials and staff members to establish policies and guidance across the Department of Defense.
- Recognized by Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations Energy & Environment for my significant contributions.
Contract Specialist / Analyst – Early Career & Internships
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Co-developed acquisition plans and policies that would shape the contracting business environment.
- Formally created a Business Advisor course to train the workforce.
- Deployed several work/training products for new interns and acquisition professionals.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Civilian Education System (CES)
Army Management Staff College
Kansas City, KS11-2018
Master of Science - Acquisition & Contract Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Alabama A&M University
Huntsville, AL05-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Business Education
University of Virginia (UVA) Darden Executive Education
Charlottesville, VASkills
- Strategic acquisition and contract strategy
- Team leadership and coaching
- Artificial intelligence integration
- Procurement policy development
- Risk mitigation and compliance
- Contract lifecycle management
- Cost analysis and budget oversight
- Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
- Negotiation and relationship management
- Organizational skills
Awards
- FY25 Secretary of the Army Winner – 'Moonshot' AI Business Case
- Program Executive Office Commendation Medal – Tactical Missiles Achievements
- HQ Army Contracting Command Excellence in Customer Service – Individual of the Year
- Assistant Secretary of the Army Recognition – Energy & Policy Innovation
Professional Overview
Strategic Contracting Operations Executive Director with 20 years of progressive experience leading acquisition strategy, operational execution, and innovation across complex U.S. Army and DoD programs. Currently serving as the Headquarters Army Contracting Command Contracting Operations Director reporting directly to the Deputy Command General overseeing more than 6,000 military and civilian personnel at more than 100 locations worldwide. Charged with conceiving and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives based on robust understanding of procurement needs and market expertise. I have over a decade’s worth of experience coaching, teaching, and mentoring team members and advising senior Army acquisition staff on a variety of acquisition matters. My drive for results, relationship building, and self-motivation have led to the successful execution of innovative contract initiatives such as the development of an artificial intelligent Contract Management tool, the deployment of the “Post Award Project Administration Plan” and the “Acquisition Review Tool Kit”; a set of acquisition tools that Army adopted in support of the Butter Buying Power Initiatives for the Department of Defense (DoD). I am known for pioneering AI contract tools, transforming procurement policy, and influencing enterprise-wide initiatives. I have proven success in cross-functional leadership, cost-saving initiatives, and high-stakes negotiations. Annually Army Contracting Command awards more than 140,000 contract actions valued at approximately $70 billion.
Timeline
Director, Contracting Operations
U.S. Army Contracting Command Headquarters
01.2024 - Current
Deputy Director/Chief, Procurement Division
U.S. Army Contracting Command Headquarters
10.2023 - 01.2024
Chief, Tactical Missiles TOW Branch
U.S. Army Contracting Command Redstone Arsenal
10.2017 - 05.2021
Team Lead/Contracting Officer, PATRIOT
U.S. Army Contracting Command Redstone Arsenal
06.2016 - 10.2017
Branch Chief – Energy Branch & Pre-Award
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2015 - 01.2016
Procurement Analyst – Liaison to DASA(P) & OSD
Office of Energy Initiatives
01.2011 - 01.2015
Contract Specialist / Analyst – Early Career & Internships
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2006 - 01.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Civilian Education System (CES)
Army Management Staff College
Master of Science - Acquisition & Contract Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Alabama A&M University
Some College (No Degree) - Business Education
University of Virginia (UVA) Darden Executive Education