James R Peterson
Springfield,VA
Summary
Hands-on professional with extensive contracts and subcontract management experience in the Federal Government sector. Proven track record in managing budgets, ensuring compliance, and developing effective sourcing strategies. Strong communicator with a focus on creating collaborative work environments.
Overview
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Certification
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37
years of professional experience
Work History
Program lead-Acquisition Subject Matter Expert
IM Solutions, LLC
12.2018 - Current
- Defining the program governance (controls)
- Provided expertise in acquisition processes to support project goals.
- Managed program budget to ensure alignment with project financial goals.
- Managed risks and issues, implementing corrective measures to mitigate potential impacts.
- Coordinating the projects and their interdependencies.
- Planning the overall program and monitoring the progress.
- Managing and utilizing resources across projects.
- Managing stakeholders’ communication.
- Aligned deliverables to program outcomes in collaboration with Country Manager.
- Utilized the Prism Contracting and Procurement System to manage procurement activities.
- Ensured compliance with cost accounting standards.
Senior Contracts and Policy Expert (Consultant/Contractor)
National Institute of Health
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Drafted and reviewed acquisition plans, detailing statements of needs, rationale, cost evaluations, and capability assessments to support business cases.
- Conducted periodic reviews and audits of contract files to ensure adherence to compliance procedures and directed internal investigations of compliance issues.
- Ensured compliance with cost accounting standards.
- Conduct risk assessments and risk management training.
- Performed sourcing and analysis for information technology projects to inform strategic decision-making.
Director of Contracts, Legal, Corporate Compliance and Ethics
CGH Technologies Inc
Washington, DC
06.2014 - 04.2017
- Directed management of reseller, consulting, software licensing, SaaS, ASP agreements, SLAs, Sows, and non-disclosure agreements, focusing on key legal considerations such as indemnification and liability.
- Oversaw all contract actions, including personal service contracts, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Administered and negotiated all contracts, subcontracts, and agreements.
- Managed all strategic sourcing, drafted requirements, and negotiated contract terms and conditions, including open-source requirements using Black Duck Technology.
- Evaluated Government cost estimates and conducted cost/price analysis for proposals.
- Managed blanket purchase agreements, strategic long-term agreements, and material handling processes and equipment.
- Identified performance concerns and proposed enhancements to the ethics program and compliance training to strengthen organizational integrity.
- Provided a hybrid of business and legal advice to technical program managers and internal staff.
- Conducted trademark clearance, registration, and all internal legal research.
- Washington, DC
Director Contracts, Grants and Compliance
International Executive Service Corp
Washington, DC
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Administered contracts, cooperative agreements, grants, and corporate compliance and risk management to ensure organizational adherence to regulatory standards.
- Managed strategic sourcing, personal service contracts, and negotiated contract terms and conditions while evaluating government cost estimates to optimize procurement processes.
- Negotiated supplier software agreements and conducted cost, price, and trend analysis to identify potential risks and enhance contractual outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with cost accounting standards.
- Conducted sourcing and analysis for information technology needs.
- Washington DC
Principle Subcontract Administrator - (Consultant)
Computer Sciences Corporation
Falls Church, VA
04.2011 - 09.2012
- Negotiated major subcontracts and software licensing agreements, securing advantageous terms for clients.
- Negotiated major subcontracts and software licensing agreements on a consulting basis.
- Conducted cost, price, and trend analysis while assessing risks to inform strategic decision-making.
- Sourced and analyzed IT suppliers to identify optimal partnerships and enhance service delivery.
- Falls Church VA
Sr. Subcontracts Manager/DoD Lead
Deloitte Consulting
McLean, VA
06.2009 - 03.2011
- Oversaw subcontracts activities for government, commercial, and international contracts exceeding $30B, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed all strategic sourcing, drafted requirements, and negotiated contract terms and conditions.
- Led procurement team and negotiated an average cost savings of 20%.
- Negotiated software license agreements with Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, and others.
- Managed a staff of 15, including managers and subcontract administrators.
- Conducted competitive assessments through market research, aligning core competencies with RFP requirements and incorporating small business subcontracting mandates.
- Conducted due diligence on potential new Suppliers.
- Responsible for Cost accounting standards compliance.
- McLean VA
Sr. Subcontracts Manager
CACI Inc.
Chantilly, VA
10.2006 - 06.2009
- Oversaw corporate procurement and purchasing department operations to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed $20M in subcontracts for the Library of Congress, $21M for the National Archives, DHS Eagle ID/IQ $50M task orders, $10M Axis program, and DOJ $160M MEGA program.
- Directed a team of 35 buyers, managers, and subcontract administrators to optimize subcontracting processes.
- Facilitated formation and negotiation of construction contracts, ensuring terms met project requirements and compliance standards.
- Ensured compliance with cost accounting standards.
- Utilized Deltek cost point for all contract actions.
- Utilized the wide area workflow for the processing of invoices.
- Chantilly VA
Manager Corporate Procurement
Northrop Grumman Corp.
McLean, VA
10.2005 - 10.2006
- Deputy to the Director of Procurement Operations.
- Facilitated supplier selection process to enhance procurement strategy.
- Analyzed productivity improvements across spend categories, assessed vendor performance satisfaction, and researched new suppliers and service offerings.
- Developed metrics for tracking vendor performance and ensured ongoing compliance monitoring.
- Managed all actions associated with the SPS program.
- Negotiated software license and teaming agreements.
- Implemented corporate initiatives within the IT sector.
- Ensured compliance with cost accounting standards.
- Provided procurement support in McLean, VA.
Director of Procurement
Northrop Grumman IT
McLean, VA
09.2001 - 10.2006
- Oversaw procurement operations for Government Solutions Business unit, ensuring compliance and effectiveness in domestic and international activities.
- Led a team of 35 buyers, managers, and subcontract administrators in developing Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Consulting Agreements, fostering collaboration and legal compliance.
- Applied six sigma methodologies to improve subcontract performance and drive continuous process improvements.
- Ensured CPSR compliance with TINA, CAS, CCP, EEO and debarment requirements.
- Worked closely with Export Controls Office to ensure compliance with ITAR regulations.
- Managed all blanket purchase agreements, strategic supply chain long-term agreements, and material handling equipment and processes.
- Utilized GSA Schedules, such as MOBIS, PES, IT and GWAC Schedules.
- Supported and responded to DCAA audits.
- McLean VA
Manager of Procurement and Subcontracting
PRC
Reston, VA
12.1991 - 08.2001
- Supervised 12 procurement specialists in negotiating, executing, and administering major subcontracts and purchase orders in information technology government contracting, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Managed all blanket purchase agreements, strategic supply chain long-term agreements, and material handling equipment and processes.
- Responsibilities required a broad and deep level of advanced professional knowledge, including competitive issues in the IT and government contracting industries, and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements.
- Perform business/industry analysis, financial analysis, cost/benefit analysis, vendor/supplier management, selection, contract and subcontract negotiation.
- Applied Six Sigma tools to identify deficiencies and develop optimal processes.
- Managed compliance with cost accounting standards to ensure financial integrity and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Promoted from Principal Procurement Specialist to Manager in 1999.
Senior Buyer
Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company
Newport News, VA
10.1990 - 12.1991
- Consistently achieved cost savings goals of 15% to 20%.
- Purchased machinery, electronic parts, computer hardware/software, service agreements, maintenance agreements, and miscellaneous repair parts to support project needs.
- Prepared and evaluated requests for quotations, ensuring alignment with terms, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
- Negotiated and coordinated with engineering staff to clarify RFQ specifications, facilitating accurate procurement.
- Provide appropriate documentation to government Contracting Officers.
- Extensive use of FAR/DFARS.
- Utilized the FAR/DFARS to ensure adherence to federal law.
- Newport News VA
Auditor
Defense Contract Audit Agency
Columbia, SC
08.1989 - 09.1990
- Demonstrated deep familiarity with FAR/DFARS, CPSR, and DCAA regulations to support compliance and audit initiatives.
- Conducted audits and examinations of contractor and subcontractor accounting and financial systems, records, and documents to ensure compliance with Cost Accounting Standards and effective internal controls.
- Worked in Columbia, SC
Education
J.D. - Intellectual Property
Georgetown University Law School
Washington, DC01-2005
MBA -
Marymount University
Arlington, VA01-2001
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
North Carolina A&T University
Greensboro, NC01-1978
Skills
- Program management
- Budget management
- Risk management
- Compliance management
- Procurement strategy
- Supplier agreements
Affiliations
American Bar Association Public Contract Law Division
Certification
- Certified Purchasing Manager - International Supply Chain Management Association
- Certified Production and Inventory Control Specialist - American Production and Inventory Control Society
- Certified Professional Logistician from the Society of Logistics Engineers
- Certified Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA), Level 3
- Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
Awards
- Army Accommodation Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters
- Army Service Ribbon
- NCO Professional Development Ribbon with Numeral III
- Good Conduct Medal with Fourth Award
- General Officer Letter of Commendation
- Letters of Commendation
- Letters of Appreciation
- PRC Inc Exceptional Performance Award
Security Clearances
Top Secret (through DoD), active
Related Experience
- Accountable Property Officer, US Army, Special Troops Battalion, Germany, 01/86, 12/89
- Contracting Officer, US Army, 3rd Armored Division, Germany, 01/83, 12/86
- Contract Specialist, US Army HQ, Army Engineer Center, Ft. Belvoir, VA, 01/78, 12/83
Timeline
Program lead-Acquisition Subject Matter Expert
IM Solutions, LLC
12.2018 - Current
Senior Contracts and Policy Expert (Consultant/Contractor)
National Institute of Health
09.2017 - 11.2018
Director of Contracts, Legal, Corporate Compliance and Ethics
CGH Technologies Inc
06.2014 - 04.2017
Director Contracts, Grants and Compliance
International Executive Service Corp
10.2012 - 08.2013
Principle Subcontract Administrator - (Consultant)
Computer Sciences Corporation
04.2011 - 09.2012
Sr. Subcontracts Manager/DoD Lead
Deloitte Consulting
06.2009 - 03.2011
Sr. Subcontracts Manager
CACI Inc.
10.2006 - 06.2009
Manager Corporate Procurement
Northrop Grumman Corp.
10.2005 - 10.2006
Director of Procurement
Northrop Grumman IT
09.2001 - 10.2006
Manager of Procurement and Subcontracting
PRC
12.1991 - 08.2001
Senior Buyer
Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company
10.1990 - 12.1991
Auditor
Defense Contract Audit Agency
08.1989 - 09.1990
J.D. - Intellectual Property
Georgetown University Law School
MBA -
Marymount University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
North Carolina A&T University