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Jared Barber

Fenton,MO

Summary

Dynamic Contracts Manager with extensive experience at the United States Air Force, excelling in procurement strategies and contract administration. Proven track record in negotiating favorable terms, achieving significant cost savings, and mentoring teams. Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills drive successful contract outcomes and foster collaborative partnerships.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Contracting Officer

United States Air Force, USAF
05.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated contract closeout procedures, including final payments and documentation archiving to ensure proper records retention per regulatory requirements.
  • Managed and reported subcontract status to leadership teams.
  • Conducted thorough contract reviews to identify potential risks, initiating amendments or renegotiations as needed.
  • Supported the development of standardized templates for key documents such as contracts, amendments, and supplier performance evaluations to promote consistency across the organization.

Contracting Officer, Unlimited

United States Air Force, USAF
05.2023 - 05.2025
  • Developed and integrated contract management templates, methods, and processes to streamline agreements.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms for the organization, ensuring cost savings and mutual benefits.
  • Contributed to the development of organizational policies related to procurement and contracting, ensuring alignment with industry standards and federal regulations.
  • Mentored junior Contracting Officers in best practices and provided guidance on complex contracting issues as needed.

Contracts Manager

United States Air Force, USAF
10.2018 - 05.2023
  • Established strong relationships with external partners, fostering trust and collaboration on future contractual engagements.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients, resulting in cost savings and risk reduction.
  • Contributed to the development of proposal responses for new business opportunities, incorporating innovative contracting solutions that provided a competitive edge.
  • Assessed contract performance against established KPIs, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technologies

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05-2018

Skills

  • Procurement strategies
  • Contract administration
  • Proposal evaluation
  • Cost estimating
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Administrative Contracting Officer

United States Air Force, USAF
05.2025 - Current

Contracting Officer, Unlimited

United States Air Force, USAF
05.2023 - 05.2025

Contracts Manager

United States Air Force, USAF
10.2018 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technologies

Texas State University

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