Rochelle Berwick
Bedford,Indiana
Summary
Skilled Buyer with experience in manufacturing industry. Familiar with MRP Systems.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Agreement/Contract Specialist
NSWC Crane
07.2023 - Current
- Ensured timely fulfillment of contractual requirements by closely monitoring progress and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Reviewed subcontractor agreements to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, minimizing risk exposure.
- Reduced risk exposure through diligent monitoring and enforcement of contractual obligations.
- Managed full procurement cycle by planning, reviewing, soliciting, awarding, administering and closing out contract to achieve seamless transition at all levels of procurement.
Contract Specialist
NSWC Crane
04.2019 - 07.2023
- Negotiated optimal contract terms and conditions to lessen business risk and maximize financial objectives.
- Directed and conducted initiatives to perform contract administration using firm fixed price, time and material and agency indefinite quantity contracts.
- Closely monitored and evaluated contract performance to determine regulatory compliance and necessary amendments.
- Maintained digital and paper and contractual files, ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates and company policies.
- Provided exceptional customer service to diverse clientele even in high-stress environments.
- Created and prepared specific contracts to present to senior management.
- Reviewed contract plans and project specifics for thorough understanding.
- Performed in-depth market research, identified optimal acquisition strategies and prepared contracts for approval.
Buyer
Carlisle Brake & Friction
05.2014 - 03.2019
- Wrote and expedited purchase orders.
- Conferred with sales and purchasing to match customer preferences.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Work with Accounts Payable to resolve problem invoices.
Eligibility Specialist
Xerox
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Advised clients on their eligibility and affordability options by offering insightful information.
- Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds, using active listening and interpersonal talents to ensure consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Indiana University -SPEA
Bloomington, Indiana2010
Skills
- Global vendor relations
- Communication skills
- Pricing negotiations
- Purchasing procedures
- Materials sourcing
- Continuous process improvements
- Inventory management
- Strategic partnerships
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Fundraising
- Business communication
- Event planning
- Application review
- Program knowledge
- Volunteer orientation and onboarding
- Volunteer coordination
Accomplishments
- Honored with a flag flown by the Indiana National Guard 2219th Brigade Support Company in Afghanistan in March 2011.
- 2024 Warfare Center Alan J. Dean Award for Joint Hypersonics Transition Office Team for Talent Management.
- Member of the Microelectronics Commons (CHIPS Act funded)
Timeline
Agreement/Contract Specialist
NSWC Crane
07.2023 - Current
Contract Specialist
NSWC Crane
04.2019 - 07.2023
Buyer
Carlisle Brake & Friction
05.2014 - 03.2019
Eligibility Specialist
Xerox
10.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Management
Indiana University -SPEA
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