Jawann Slater
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Seasoned Defense and Space Senior Leader with extensive expertise in Supply Chain, Program Management, Engineering, and Business Operations. Successfully managed a supply chain organization for a $1 Billion portfolio, overseeing all aspects of cost management, schedule adherence, customer relations, risk assessment, data analytics, and strategic implementation. Proven track record in leading diverse teams of 40+ across multiple locations while fostering talent development and driving high-performance cultures. Committed to leveraging industry knowledge to facilitate transformation initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager, Contracts Management
Lockheed Martin
Huntsville, AL
09.2023 - Current
- Directed a team of contract professionals in closeout and internal audit of final claim processes, reporting to the VP of Contracts & Estimating.
- Resolved a significant contract backlog totaling $48.9 billion in 2024.
- Reduced financial risk while meeting contract obligations for both governmental and commercial customers.
- Collaborate with Contracts Executives and DCMA to ensure compliance at the final contract stage.
- Led efficiency initiatives for Space Systems, optimizing operational workflows.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
- Compiled in-depth analyses for senior management review.
Senior Manager, Subcontract Program Management
Lockheed Martin
Orlando, FL
12.2019 - 09.2023
- Directed a team of 40 supply chain professionals, reporting to the Director of Supply Chain.
- Oversaw $750 Million in annual material and service expenditure.
- Managed guidance on Performance-Based Logistics contracts and production programs.
- Devised innovative strategies for the global supply chain to secure additional financial savings.
- Spearheaded initiatives to manage high-risk supplier performance.
- Fostered collaboration among key leadership teams to meet prime contract goals.
- Conducted risk assessments focusing on cost, schedule, and technical impacts.
- Ensured accuracy in reviewing supplier contracts, purchase orders, and statements of work.
- Optimized delivery timelines using strategic initiatives, resulting in a $50 million financial gain.
Manager (Interim Director), Supply Chain
L3 Harris Technologies
Melbourne, FL
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Directed 16 Subcontracts Managers, Material Managers, and Production Planners.
- Led the Procurement and Sourcing organization for F-35 Avionics support.
- Presented comprehensive risk management plans to top executives.
- Managed high-level interactions with key suppliers.
- Drove strategic process improvements.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
Senior Subcontracts Manager
Lockheed Martin
Orlando, FL
10.2013 - 02.2018
- Oversaw cost, schedule, technical, and quality standards for various procurements totaling over $200 million.
- Rectified supplier inconsistencies, achieving significant savings.
- Implemented multiple site and long-term agreements to enhance efficiency.
- Managed implementation of Supply Chain Operations projects.
- Oversaw successful proposal solicitations.
Business Strategy Planner
Lockheed Martin
Orlando, FL
09.2012 - 10.2013
- Tracked and reviewed sales orders worth $7 billion.
- Formulated collaborative financial strategies with business unit heads.
- Orchestrated routine reviews to analyze New Business and Order Management outcomes with senior executives.
- Conducted analysis of annual Government budget reports.
Operations & Systems Engineer
Lockheed Martin
Orlando, FL
08.2007 - 09.2012
- Led monthly review sessions to evaluate underperforming suppliers and address issues.
- Built an extensive metrics dashboard showing historical trends.
- Guaranteed seamless translation of product specifications into comprehensive system solutions.
- Conducted trade studies, facilitating the translation of customer needs into detailed specifications.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Graduate Certificate - Operations Leadership & Organizational Management
Drexel University
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Central Florida
Skills
- Business performance management
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Data analytics
- Budget oversight
- Reporting oversight
- Talent development
- Innovation management
- Procurement
- Strategic direction
- Remote team management
- Vendor relationship management
- Policy and procedure improvements
Certification
- Lockheed Martin Operations Leadership Development Program
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- Cost Account and Earned Value Management
- ISM Supply Chain Excellence Academy
- Active DoD Top-Secret Security Clearance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Manager, Contracts Management
Lockheed Martin
09.2023 - Current
Senior Manager, Subcontract Program Management
Lockheed Martin
12.2019 - 09.2023
Manager (Interim Director), Supply Chain
L3 Harris Technologies
02.2018 - 12.2019
Senior Subcontracts Manager
Lockheed Martin
10.2013 - 02.2018
Business Strategy Planner
Lockheed Martin
09.2012 - 10.2013
Operations & Systems Engineer
Lockheed Martin
08.2007 - 09.2012
Master of Science - Project Management
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Graduate Certificate - Operations Leadership & Organizational Management
Drexel University
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Central Florida