James Lough
Berkeley Springs,WV
Summary
Chief Administrator in procurement, contract negotiations and labor cost management for Northrup. Sub-Contacts Manager, Tactical Systems Anti-Tank Implementer, Small Business Administrations Manager
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Auditor
Best Western, Sure Stay Plus
- Balance the daily transactions, check customers in and out, do hospitality that only third shift allows
Medical Driver
Hampshire County Commission on Aging
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with mobility issues, ensuring safe transfers to and from the vehicle using appropriate equipment when necessary.
- Expanded knowledge of local roadways, enabling faster transportation times even during peak traffic hours.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently exhibiting professionalism and courtesy towards colleagues and clients alike.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to all traffic laws and company policies during transit.
Principal Buyer
Alliant Techsystems
01.1987 - 01.2006
- Company Overview: (now Northrup Grumman)
- Responsibilities included managing procurement team for explosives, rocket motors, warheads, arming and firing technology including guidance devices., pyrotechnics, tactical metals, and stealth warfare.
- Secret Clearance/License
Division Manager
C.M. Offrey Inc.
01.1985 - 01.1987
- Responsibilities included corporate procurement and transportation logistics, traffic control for four mill operations.
Education
No Degree - Homeland Security; Business Admin
North Central University
Phoenix, AZNo Degree - Counseling in Group Dynamics
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MDNo Degree - Contractor Performance Measurement
Defense Systems Management College
Rocket Center, WVBachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD12-1973
Associate of Science - Industrial Engineering
Maynard School of Industrial Engineering
Charlotte, NC05-1982
Skills
- Aerospace project management
- Rocket science
Accomplishments
- Initiated cost saving goals and improved sales forecast figures with DOD targets
- Implemented digital technology for inventory of raw materials and finished goods resulting in 25% cost savings.
- Completed engineering course of study resulting in certification as Industrial and manufacturing engineer.
- Awarded Hercules/ABL Cost Crusader of 1989.
- Recognized as Successful Negotiator in industrial relations by California Institute of Technology 2006
Affiliations
- Board of Trustees United Methodist KFC
Timeline
Medical Driver
Hampshire County Commission on Aging
12.2023 - Current
Principal Buyer
Alliant Techsystems
01.1987 - 01.2006
Division Manager
C.M. Offrey Inc.
01.1985 - 01.1987
Night Auditor
Best Western, Sure Stay Plus
No Degree - Homeland Security; Business Admin
North Central University
No Degree - Counseling in Group Dynamics
Frostburg State University
No Degree - Contractor Performance Measurement
Defense Systems Management College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Frostburg State University
Associate of Science - Industrial Engineering
Maynard School of Industrial Engineering
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