Patrice Isaac
Consulting
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Results-oriented Procurement professional with expertise and a proven track record of driving cost savings and supplier performance improvements. Skilled in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier evaluation, resulting in a 15% reduction in procurement costs and a 20% improvement in supplier performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Program Analyst
Department Of Defense (Contractor)
07.2021 - Current
- Advised Program Manager (PM) on current DoD policies and procedures and drove the entire end-to-end program management life cycle
- Supported all aspects of program management, including schedule management, spending plan preparation, and budget analysis
- Provided analysis in risk management and Integrated Product Team (IPT) execution and management
- Maintained and managed the client interface at the senior levels of the client organization
- Provided advanced advisory and liaison support to Senior Leadership that enabled program success.
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality project outcomes.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies, safeguarding the successful completion of projects and minimizing potential issues.
- Monitored project milestones and deliverables closely, ensuring timely completion and adherence to established quality standards.
- Maintained regulatory compliance across all aspects of program operations, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
Procurement Analyst
Department Of Defense (Contractor)
12.2016 - 07.2021
- Managed multiple complex tasks; demonstrated a history of developing innovative solutions for complex issues
- Improved procurement efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving strategies.
- Analyzed supplier performance for better contract negotiations and long-term partnerships.
- Evaluated market trends to identify potential risks and opportunities within the supply chain.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals.
- Optimized sourcing strategies by identifying alternative suppliers offering competitive pricing or higher-quality products and services.
- Prepared solicitations and requests for proposals including statements of work, specifications, contract clauses, provisions, terms and conditions.
- Led cross-functional project teams to successfully execute complex procurement initiatives on time and within budget constraints.
- Administered contracts after award by overseeing quality assurance, monitoring delivery schedules, approving payments, executing options, modifications, and closeout.
- Facilitated communication between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, fostering strong working relationships throughout the entire procurement lifecycle.
- Served as a contracting officer responsible for planning, soliciting, awarding, administering, modifying, and closing out contracts for the acquisition of supplies, equipment, and services.
- Conducted more than five (5) market research, cost analysis, and cost estimates projects annually.
- Determined appropriate method for contract placements and types of contracts to be used to acquire goods and services.
- Negotiated contracts including pricing, delivery, terms and conditions, and other provisions. Briefed senior management on negotiations.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
- Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
Education
DevOps Pathway Certification - Information Technology
Intellectual Point Online Certification Course
Herndon, VA02.2023
MBA - Business Management
Strayer University
Arlington, VA06.2017
Skills
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Risk Management
- Negotiation Skills
- Procurement Contracts
- Analytical skills
- Supplier Relationships
- Cost analysis
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Performance Management
Security Clearance
Secret
Affiliations
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Senior Program Analyst
Department Of Defense (Contractor)
07.2021 - Current
Procurement Analyst
Department Of Defense (Contractor)
12.2016 - 07.2021
DevOps Pathway Certification - Information Technology
Intellectual Point Online Certification Course
MBA - Business Management
Strayer University
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