Kristopher Leonard
Camp Hill,PA
Summary
Over 20 years of experience in acquisition logistics and program management across the Department of Navy. Outstanding performance record providing exceptional project, logistics, and corporate operations management. A dynamic Program Manager, experienced with project management, execution, coordination, and skilled in effective communication and teamwork. Achieves cost reductions through innovative strategies while leading multiple successful IT projects. Proven leader in driving program effectiveness and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to meet strategic goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Program Manager for Navy ERP
US Navy, NAVWAR
07.2020 - Current
- Managed yearly budget (~$60M) and resources (~154 contractors and 6 government employees) responsibly, ensuring timely delivery of projects and optimal allocation of funds.
- Since 2022, responsible for leading migration of 14 Navy commands from existing financial IT systems into Navy ERP financial system of record and general ledger for US Navy
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, enhancing overall program effectiveness and results. Delivered all migrations on or ahead of schedule and under cost. Implemented process improvements that reduced migrating costs by $4M+ and reduced time by 3 months.
- Established clear performance metrics for all aspects of the program, enabling informed decision-making based on measurable outcomes.
- Lead coordination and collaboration across requirements owners, resource sponsors, user community, and Senior Navy Leadership. Includes directly briefing Principle, Deputy Assisant Secrectary of the Navy for Financial Management multiple time a month.
Assistant Program Manager Enterprise Systems & Services
US Navy, NAVWAR
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Program Manager for Navy Enterprise IT Service Desk (NESD) providing acquisition, life-cycle support, and service desk expertise in support of IT efficiency effort to consolidate IT tier 1 service desks across the Navy.
- Oversaw and responsible for cost, schedule, and performance across entire scope of NESD program to include people, processes, facilities, and technologies.
- Implemented data driven decision making processes and used innovative contracting strategies to drive competition and deliver faster and more efficient service desk solutions.
- Implemented data driven decision making processes and used innovative contracting strategies to drive competition and deliver faster and more efficient service desk.
- Developed and executed both long-term strategic plans and short-term tactical execution plans for a new upstart program.
- Engaged and collaborated with Senior Navy Leadership, process owners, other program managers, and end users to ensure requirements met and identify critical interdependencies and risks for delivering services.
- Developed effective relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment of goals and expectations for program
Assistant Program Manager for MyNavy HR
US Navy, NAVWAR
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Managed 2 different major programs during this time. Established a new Navy Human Resources / Career Center Tier 1 help desk capability to include acquisition of facilities and a customer relationship management software solution. Also, program manager for NAVY 311 program providing Navy wide tier 1 help desk standardization, business process improvements, consolidation of services, and a data warehouse a single stop for support metrics.
- Conducted thorough assessments of potential risks associated with each project stage, developing risk mitigation plans proactively and corrective actions when necessary.
- Coordinated marketing efforts to raise awareness about the program''s offerings within the community or target audience.
- Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on multiple support contracts. Contributed to solicitation materials and requirements development efforts and monitoring the execution of those contracts.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to share feedback openly about their experiences working on the program''s projects.
Senior Logistics Management Specialist
US Navy
02.2003 - 12.2012
- Supervised 28 system administrators as infrastructure and operations branch head. This included managing all resources (finances and people) for the branch ensuring financial execution and ensuring all projects staffed with qualified personnel
- As Distance Support program manager drove life-cycle logistics considerations into design decisions and requirements to reduce life-cycle costs of products
- As assistant to Director of Corporate Operations, I lead development of Command's strategic plan, metrics, project management standardization, and developed employee progression model to grow and retain personnel.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of logistics team members, providing coaching and guidance for professional growth.
- As Executive Assistant to the Executive Director of Naval Supply System command, providing admininstrative support to Navy Senior Executive on Logistics while being exposed to most senior navy discussions regarding Naval logistics to include Enterprise Resource Planning, Logistics Community Personnel Management, supply support challenges, and inventory control and configuration management issues.
Education
MBA - Operations Management
05-2001
- summa cum laude graduate
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
05-2000
- summa cum laude graduate
- Mentorship at Harley-Davidson, Inc. Spent 3 months with Director of Quality (and others) learning operations of the plant. Presentation was provided to mentor, professor, and class providing total overview of business operations from material to final delivery of product and sales.
- Double minor in marketing and economics.
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Effective leader
- Scope identification and clarification
Accomplishments
Certificate of Recognition from Honorable Russell Rumbaugh Assistant Secretary of Navy for Financial Management, Comptroller for outstanding dedication and support for financial system consolidation.
"Superstar" recognition from Honorable James Geurts Assistant Secretary of Navy for Research, Development, Acquisition for demonstrating speed to delivery by assisting Navy adoption of DoD commercial virtual remote environment and driving an improved customer experience.
Guest Speaker at 2006 International Society of Logistics Conference on Logistician of the Future
Co-author of article published in Naval Engineers Journal. "Implementation of Distance Support to Reduce Total Ownership Cost" volume 124 June 2012
Certification
Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certified in Program Management and Life-Cycle Logistics
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Assistant Program Manager for Navy ERP - US Navy, NAVWAR
07.2020 - Current
Assistant Program Manager Enterprise Systems & Services - US Navy, NAVWAR
01.2019 - 06.2020
Assistant Program Manager for MyNavy HR - US Navy, NAVWAR
01.2013 - 12.2018
Senior Logistics Management Specialist - US Navy
02.2003 - 12.2012
York College of Pennsylvania - MBA, Operations Management
York College of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
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