Jamie McPherson
Brick,USA
Summary
Strategic and results-driven project management and acquisition professional with over 10 years extensive experience in contract administration, regulatory compliance, IT software project contract management and oversight, technical specifications writing and analysis, procurement, negotiations, supply chain management, collaboration with customer success management teams, CRM, stakeholders, and financial analysis. Adept at leading complex IT services contract processes, ensuring compliance, and driving operational efficiencies. Proven ability to build vendor relationships, analyze market trends, and manage multimillion-dollar procurement portfolios.
Contracts management professional prepared to excel in high-stakes environments. Known for delivering impactful results through meticulous contract oversight and strategic negotiation. Valued team collaborator with focus on achieving goals and adapting to evolving needs. Expertise in risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Senior Contract Manager/Officer
US Small Business Administration (SBA)
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Developed and issued Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Proposals (RFPs) in support of complex procurement activities.
- Led price and cost analyses, formal supplier negotiations, and contract discussions covering pricing, delivery, scope, and terms & conditions.
- Issued and managed contracts and purchase orders in compliance with corporate and federal (FAR/DFARS/ITARS) regulations.
- Issued several commercial items/services GSA/NASA SEWP contracts under FAR parts 6, 8, 12, 13,15, 19
- Resolved medium- to high-complexity subcontract issues while ensuring adherence to all contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with first-tier subcontractors to support program objectives.
- Led several IT Software projects as contract manager oversight with integration with software development teams and vendor PMs.
- Interacted daily with stakeholders and government regulators.
- Performs advanced regulatory and technical consultation to ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Led full-cycle contract management, from solicitation to award, ensuring procurement objectives align with company goals.
- Conducted in-depth cost analysis, evaluate supplier bids, and implement negotiation strategies to secure optimal pricing and terms.
- Managed prime vendors and subcontract vendors, ensuring contract compliance, quality assurance, and performance benchmarks are met.
- Managed software development and testing products processes as contract oversight lead.
- Performed independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of regulatory processes, technical projects.
- Reviewed and interpreted technical specification documents such as performance work statements.
- Developed acquisition strategies and milestone schedules to streamline procurement processes, reducing contract execution time by 20%.
- Identifies and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce procurement cycle times.
- Managed a contract portfolio of over 100 million in total obligations.
- Managed Agile software implementation projects in conjunction with a Scrum Master
- Managed and collaborates with stakeholders, providing clear communication to team members and business partners.
- Organized with Integrated Product Teams and Cross Functional Teams for several IT contract efforts.
- Remote
Senior Contract Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed audits and led inventories for site business partners on all military warehouse distribution locations
- Served as lead contract specialist for Army, Navy and Marine Corps Third Party Logistics (3PL) contracts
- Managed procurement of equipment, services, and supplies, overseeing multimillion-dollar contracts with top-tier vendors.
- Provided market intelligence and supplier analysis to drive cost-effective procurement decisions.
- Negotiated contract terms to maximize value while ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
- Optimized supply chain operations through improved inventory management and vendor collaboration.
- Implemented pricing analysis techniques, reducing procurement costs by 15%.
Contract Specialist
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
12.2016 - 08.2020
- Spearheaded procurement of IT services, software, and hardware, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality acquisitions.
- Conducted risk assessments and developed strategies to mitigate procurement-related challenges.
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing contract terms, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Led negotiations with vendors, securing competitive pricing and advantageous contract terms.
- Organized with Integrated Product Teams and Cross Functional Teams for several IT contract efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - National Security
New Jersey City University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Brookdale Community College
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Oracle NetSuite expertise
- Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365
- SAP procurement systems expertise
- Market analysis and data tools
- CLM software expertise
- Invoice processing systems
- Contract drafting expertise
- Procurement management
- Process management
- Contract administration
- Terms and conditions writing
- Compliance monitoring
- Risk mitigation
- Risk identification
- Audit coordination
- Performance evaluation
Accomplishments
Led cradle-to-grave acquisition strategies and managed multi-million dollar contract portfolios across Small Business Administration, DoD, and Veterans Affairs .
Designed small business strategies that exceeded SBA's 65% utilization goals and advanced supplier diversity.
Negotiated complex IT SaaS/development contracts, labor hour, time and material contracts, service contracts, VA hospital IT integration contracts, all while driving agency process efficiency gains of 20-25% and improved compliance outcomes.
Directed modernization and process improvement initiatives that enhanced transparency and stakeholder collaboration across agencies.
Strengthened contract administration and risk mitigation processes, achieving a 50% faster contract closeout rate for contract portfolios for contracts totaling $45M.
Affiliations
- National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
- National Society of Leadership and Success
- Tau Sigma National Honor Society
Certification
- Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
- DAWIA Level III Certification in Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) Level III
- Federal Acquisition Professional Certification (FAC-C-P)
- Digital Information Technology Services Acquisition Professional Certification (DITAP)
- Contracting Officer Representative (FAC-C-COR) Level III
Timeline
Senior Contract Manager/Officer
US Small Business Administration (SBA)
08.2022 - 04.2025
Senior Contract Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support
08.2020 - 08.2022
Contract Specialist
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
12.2016 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Brookdale Community College
Bachelor of Science - National Security
New Jersey City University
Core Competencies
- Contract Negotiation & Management
- Project Management and Coordination
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Vendor and Stakeholder Relations
- Cost Reduction & Risk Mitigation
- Documentation and filing of contract records
- Market Research & Data Analysis
- Customer Relations Management
- Budget Planning & Financial Analysis
- Compliance & Regulatory Adherence
- Process Improvement & Optimization
- Vendor Proposal Evaluation and Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Vendor Payment Invoice Systems, and Contract Writing Systems
- Technical Specifications writing and analysis