Dr. J. Maurice Brown
Business Operations Manager
Orlando,FL
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER
Aerojet Rocketdyne (An L3Harris Technologies Company)
5 2022 - Current
- Responsible for the overall RL10 Production business segment valued at ~$1.3B
- Managing the development of accurate and timely financial reports; responsible for forecasting and monitoring the earned value performance of the program
- Supporting various contract designs within the portfolio (i.e., FFP, CPFF, and T&M)
- Oversee the financial performance by measuring and analyzing results, initiating corrective actions, and minimizing the impact of variances
- Direct and oversee earned value implementation, including managing integrated costs and schedule baselines, forecasts, and variance analysis
- Collaborate across program management office (PMO) and internal program managers to define, implement, and maintain key program metrics/dashboards related to cost and performance management.
MANAGER BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Northrop Grumman
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed all business processes, controls, presentations, and reporting for multiple program departments within the Operating Unit
- Managed a geographically dispersed team of Sr
- Analysts
- Supported various contract designs (i.e., FFP, CPFF, T&M, & CPIF)
- Performed financial analysis, revenue and profit recognition and forecasting, variance explanations and estimates to complete (EACs) in accordance with company requirements
- Partnered with department/program management to translate organizational objectives at achieving AOP targets
- Collaborated with capture and business development on proposal development, pricing strategies, BOEs, RFP reviews in addition to cash flow analysis
- Developed a financial model that interfaces with Hyperion to analyze large financial datasets.
SR. PRINCIPAL PROGRAM COST CONTROL ANALYST
Northrop Grumman
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Oversaw and administered financial control for the E2C/D International IPT valued at ~$1.4B
- Successfully executed and exceeded 2020 financials (Awards +65%, Sales +12%, Margin +14%, and Cash +50%)
- Supported various contract designs (i.e., FFP, CPFF, T&M, CPIF, DCS, BOA, and FMS)
- Established cost control structure, preparing budgets for small, medium, and large sized programs, and performing analysis to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
- Collaborated with capture and business development on proposal development, pricing strategies, BOEs, RFP reviews in addition to cash flow analysis
- Responsible for the development, preparation, and presentation of monthly financial metrics with Upper Management.
PRINCIPAL ANALYST
Kaman Aerospace
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Responsible for the preparation of sales, gross margin, cash flow, and major balance sheet account forecasts that served as the basis for the annual budget and quarterly forecast updates to Division
- Responsible for supporting proposal preparation, including reviewing operational inputs, analysis of historical actuals and trends
- Supported various contract designs (i.e., FFP and CPFF)
- Responsible for all aspects of program tracking and controls, including work breakdown structure (WBS) establishment, budget releases, program review reporting packages, EAC development, and forecasting key program elements such as sales, gross margin, accounts receivable, inventory, new business, and backlog
- Prepared and presented monthly actual versus forecast variance analysis to Management
- Prepared and supported all applicable program audit requirements, including SOX audit and testing requirements.
SR. PRICING ANALYST
Adecco Group
06.2014 - 02.2017
- Worked with National Account Sales Managers to determine required pricing, profitability, and risks both locally and nationally for prospective clients
- In addition, communicated pricing recommendations and strategy
- Reviewed and critiqued terms and conditions of RFPs/RFQs to limit financial risk & exposure
- Performed calculations for expected profitability/economic value-add on existing and potential future corporate accounts
- Participated in pricing and cost proposal development for accounts valued from $500k to $60M+
- Continued to develop, enhance, and maintain improving pricing tools and workbooks for Regional offices.
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FINANCIAL ANALYST
Lockheed Martin
01.2009 - 05.2014
- Responsible for managing funding and budget adherence for numerous Governmental (Domestic & Foreign) contracts valued at $100M+
- Supported various contract designs (i.e., FFP, CPFF, T&M, FMS and IDIQ)
- Provided weekly cost data, various trend analysis reports, and financial reconciliations of incurred cost
- Provided proposal pricing estimates via ProPricer, as well as Estimate-To-Complete/Estimate-At-Complete analysis identifying trends of any potential risks associated with budgets
- Prepared various presentations for internal project reviews involving organizations Senior Leadership.
Education
DOCTORATE DEGREE - Global Business
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL 05.2015 - 05.2024
MBA - Accounting And Finance
American InterContinental University
Atlanta, GA 05.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University - Montgomery
Montgomery, AL 05.2003 - 05.2005
Skills
Attention to Detail
Budget Management
Team Leadership
Strategic Planning
Process Improvement
Business Systems
Risk Assessment
Resource Management
Microsoft Office Suite
Cobra
Hyperion
Oracle
SAP
ProPricer
P&L Management
Professionalism
Cost analysis and savings
New Hire Training
Goal Setting
Effective Communication
Interpersonal Communication
Microsoft Office proficient
Written Communication
Business Forecasting
Team building
Budget Development
Financial Oversight
Budgeting and forecasting
Affiliations
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated
- Sigma Beta Delta Honors Society
- Delta Mu Delta Honors Society
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
Bowling, Pool, Travel, Sporting Events
I am deeply passionate about a diverse range of activities that enrich my life in unique ways. Bowling holds a special place in my heart, offering not only a thrilling challenge. but also a wonderful social environment where camaraderie flourishes . Similarly, pool is another favorite pastime of mine, where strategy and precision blend seamlessly, creating moments of both intense competition and relaxed enjoyment. Traveling is another passion that fuels my sense of adventure and curiosity, allowing me to immerse myself in new cultures, explore breathtaking landscapes, and forge unforgettable memories. Lastly, attending sporting events brings me immense excitement and energy as I cheer for my favorite teams, revel in the electric atmosphere of the stadium, and witness the thrill of competition unfold before my eyes. These interests not only shape my leisure time but also provide avenues for personal growth, social connection, and unforgettable experiences.
Timeline
MANAGER BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Northrop Grumman
10.2021 - 04.2022
SR. PRINCIPAL PROGRAM COST CONTROL ANALYST
Northrop Grumman
01.2019 - 10.2021
PRINCIPAL ANALYST
Kaman Aerospace
02.2017 - 01.2019
DOCTORATE DEGREE - Global Business
Keiser University
05.2015 - 05.2024
SR. PRICING ANALYST
Adecco Group
06.2014 - 02.2017
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FINANCIAL ANALYST
Lockheed Martin
01.2009 - 05.2014
MBA - Accounting And Finance
American InterContinental University
05.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University - Montgomery
05.2003 - 05.2005
BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER
Aerojet Rocketdyne (An L3Harris Technologies Company)
5 2022 - Current