Natasha A. Brown
Eastover,USA
Summary
Successful individual promoting many years of expertise in assessing proposals and obtaining materials estimates. A reliable Pricing Analyst with a business-minded focus and a foundation in building pricing models.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Pricing Analyst
Valiant Integrated Services
Eastover, North
10.2016 - Current
- Contributed to the preparation of presentations showcasing recommended pricing adjustments and strategies.
- Evaluated price points and discount strategies to determine optimal outcomes.
- Managed creation of Commercial pricing files for Operations & Maintenance, Janitorial, and Facilities Maintenance services.
- Prepared comprehensive business proposals by creating all estimating files/price proposals & financial documents for assigned proposals.
- Secure bonding as per solicitation requirements.
- Successfully secured Defense Base Act (DBA) Insurance through effective preparation and negotiation.
- Analyzed pricing strategies and presented recommendations to top management.
- Supported team in the preparation, production, and timely submission of proposals.
Pricing Analyst
ABM GOVERNMENT SERVICES, LLC
Fayetteville, NC
09.2012 - Current
- Developed compliant and consistent ABMGS price files for various types of pricing proposals such as FFP, FP/LOE, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, GSA Schedule, IDIQ, and Commercial pricing for Operations & Maintenance, Janitorial, and Facilities Maintenance.
- Supported pricing for proposals through creation of automated files and reviewing documents
- Created comprehensive business proposal packages including necessary documentation for clients' review.
- Ensured compliance with standards while filling out submission forms
- Completed Representations & Certifications, Standard Form 33, and all necessary financial documentation.
- Ensured compliance with bonding requirements specified in solicitations
- Prepared and obtained Defense Base Act (DBA) Insurance quote
- Collaborated in conducting Pricing, Pink Team, and Red Team reviews with Executive Management.
- Assisted in preparing, producing, and submitting proposals.
Acting Director of Contracts/Pricing
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
Fayetteville, NC
01.2010 - 09.2012
- Managed the entire lifecycle of contracts/subcontracts, ensuring effective administration and management.
- Managed and negotiated subcontracts while adhering to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and company policies.
- Executed formal correspondence facilitating contract modifications for ceiling increases, funding increases, and level of effort increases.
- Assisted in preparing contract estimates, budgets, and relevant financial analyses.
- Reviewed financial reports and workload data on existing contracts to ensure compliance with the terms of the agreement.
- Submitted accurate and timely contract deliverables to government.
- Served as liaison for government Contracting Officers, Contract Specialists, and other representatives to create and negotiate contracts and modifications.
- Developed Department's ISO procedures in line with corporate management objectives.
- Created accurate cost proposals for different contract types by effectively utilizing knowledge of the company's indirect pools and allocation methods.
- Converted proposals' costs to coherent budgets and forecasts.
- Prepared and negotiated non-disclosure and teaming agreements with teaming partners.
- Managed the preparation of subcontractor requests for quotes and proposals, leveraging negotiation skills as needed.
- Ensured accuracy of Deltek GovWin/CRM pricing, NDA and TA reports through expert reviews.
- Engaged in Gold Team review of costing with senior management.
- Coordinated preparation and finalized development of SOW for subcontractors.
- Provided valuable recommendations to senior management regarding pricing tactics and strategies.
- Participated in DCAA audits/reviews for pre-award proposals.
Contract Administrator II
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
Fayetteville, NC
05.2009 - 01.2010
- Reviewed newly awarded contracts, subcontracts, and contract modifications to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated in negotiating contract awards and modifications.
- Processed and input project information into Deltek GOVWIN and Costpoint software systems upon acceptance of executed contracts/subcontracts and contract modifications.
- Submitted internal and external deliverables to appropriate personnel
- Prepared reports for submission to both internal and external clients.
- Contributed to contract estimate preparation, budgeting efforts, and financial analysis.
- Maintained contractual monetary compliance by constantly updating and reviewing ODC and travel reports.
- Generated precise and prompt contract correspondence for submission to the government.
- Maintained insurance requirements/certificates as per contract regulations.
- Researched and completed contract and subcontract closeout.
- Ensured subcontractor invoices are accurate and met staffing levels, hours charged, and spending thresholds.
Project Accountant/Billing Manager
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
Fayetteville, NC
03.2008 - 05.2009
- Established project records in accounting and tracking systems
- Collaborated with Project Managers and Contract Administrators to monitor and evaluate project expenses.
- Accounts Receivables.
- Accounts Payable.
- Recorded daily and monthly journal entries, conducted expense reconciliations, and tracked expenses.
- Facilitated execution of cost standards
- Assisted in preparing forecasts and budgets.
- Streamlined the preparation of monthly forecast reports, cash flow forecasts, project completion percentages, and cost accrual calculations.
A/P/Travel/Billing Specialist
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
Fayetteville, NC
10.2004 - 03.2008
- Generated, processed, and distributed invoices to the government and teaming partners.
- Gathered client billing information from various sources.
- Tracked status of outstanding invoices and invoice payments, and resolved discrepancies as required.
- Reviewed and processed weekly travel vouchers, employee reimbursements, and employee cash advances.
- System administrator for the Expense software module.
Education
Associates Degree in General Education - General Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, North Carolina05.2013
FAR Bootcamp -
Successfully completed the FAR Bootcamp
Washington, DC04.2010
Skills
- Microsoft Outlook Proficiency
- Advanced Excel Skills
- Experienced in MS Word Applications
- PowerPoint Proficiency
- Deltek Costpoint Proficiency
- Govwin and CRM Experience
- Deltek Time & Expense
- Impromptu Report Writer
- Privia Workspace Proficiency
- ConnectX Proficiency
- Pricing Strategies
- Cost Analysis
Security Clearance
Secret, 09/01/14
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- Reading
- Crocheting
Timeline
Principal Pricing Analyst
Valiant Integrated Services
10.2016 - Current
Pricing Analyst
ABM GOVERNMENT SERVICES, LLC
09.2012 - Current
Acting Director of Contracts/Pricing
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
01.2010 - 09.2012
Contract Administrator II
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
05.2009 - 01.2010
Project Accountant/Billing Manager
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
03.2008 - 05.2009
A/P/Travel/Billing Specialist
THE LOGISTICS COMPANY (TLC), INC.
10.2004 - 03.2008
Associates Degree in General Education - General Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College
FAR Bootcamp -
Successfully completed the FAR Bootcamp
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