Shawn Keeling
Arlington,VA
Summary
Motivated and resourceful Supply Chain Specialist with over 15 years of expertise managing FAR/DFAR/CPSR compliant purchasing, inventory control, customer service and transportation logistics. Meticulous team player focused on developing and implementing process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue. Reliable and dedicated leader seeking to leverage strong background into a buyer, planner or supply chain role with progressive organization.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Supply Chain Manager
Raytheon-Rafael Area Protection Systems
Arlington, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize global supply chain operations.
- Monitor KPIs, such as inventory levels, lead times, cost savings, customer satisfaction ratings, and delivery accuracy.
- Analyze data to identify areas for improvement in the supply chain process.
- Create and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure quality products and services at competitive prices.
- Collaborate with internal teams on production planning, procurement activities, inventory management, logistics operations, and distribution networks.
- Identify potential risks in the supply chain process and develop mitigation plans accordingly.
- Manage cross-functional teams across multiple locations to coordinate supply chain activities.
- Develop strategic sourcing initiatives to reduce costs while maintaining product quality standards.
- Track performance metrics and report results regularly to senior leadership team.
Sr. Procurement Specialist
TCOM
Columbia, MD
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Analyzed historical data and identified areas for process improvement.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to optimize pricing, delivery times, and quality standards.
- Managed the entire purchasing cycle from vendor selection to order execution.
- Monitored supplier performance and developed corrective action plans when necessary.
- Conducted strategic sourcing initiatives to identify new vendors and reduce costs of goods purchased.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, legal requirements, and industry best practices related to procurement activities.
- Performed research on potential suppliers to evaluate their capabilities in meeting organizational needs.
Program Manager
QinetiQ Inc. (formally Manufacturing Techniques, Inc.)
Lorton, VA
06.2018 - 10.2022
- Managed 2 IDIQ contracts with a combined value of $80 million
- Record project details such as task progress, resource costs and allotted budgets to analyze performance, generate performance reports for key leaders and implement corrective measures
- Facilitated meetings with key leaders and collaborate with various department leads to ensure timely decision making and effective communication between project stakeholders at all levels.
- Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
- Developed project plans, identified risks, set objectives and monitored progress towards completion.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the program initiatives.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to review progress and address any issues or concerns arising from the program execution process.
- Provided guidance and support to team members in order to achieve targets within defined deadlines.
- Reviewed customer feedbacks on a regular basis in order to identify potential areas of improvement in service delivery.
Lead Procurement Specialist
QinetiQ Inc. (formally Manufacturing Techniques, Inc.)
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Ensured compliance with company policies and CPSR.
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Monitored the performance of suppliers in terms of quality, delivery, and service.
- Supervised a team of procurement specialists in their daily tasks.
- Provided guidance on best practices for purchasing materials and services.
- Drafted Request For Proposals to solicit bids from potential vendors.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop appropriate sourcing strategies.
- Negotiated prices with vendors to secure the most competitive rates possible.
- Resolved any issues related to purchase orders or contracts in a timely manner.
- Managed vendor relationships by providing feedback on performance levels.
Sr. Procurement Specialist
QinetiQ Inc. (formally Manufacturing Techniques, Inc.)
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Followed all procurement and company procedures to ensure files stay in compliance with the FAR/DFAR to ensure readiness for a CPSR audit.
- Managed and monitored supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Developed strategies for sourcing goods and services in a timely manner while adhering to quality standards.
- Evaluated bids from multiple vendors to select the most cost-effective option based on quality of materials or services provided.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities including purchase orders, invoices, deliveries.
- Resolved any discrepancies related to pricing, quantity or quality of delivered items in a timely manner.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members in their daily duties related to procurement activities.
Procurement Technician
ITSC Secure Solutions
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Updated and maintained the currency of procurement documents or related information
- Prepared, verified, abstracted, controlled, or closed out procurement document files, reports, or records
- Sorted, compiled, typed and distributed requisitions, contracts, orders, and modifications between the different Contract Offices and Acquisition Specialists.
Procurement Manager
BAE Systems, Inc.
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Oversaw all tactical and strategic sourcing process improvement activities for the Manassas site.
- Duties included but were not limited to, managing a team of commodity buyers, establishing supplier rapport, escalating orders due to program requirements to meet demands, balancing buyer workloads.
- Created strategic and tactical responsibilities for each commodity member of the sourcing team and held them accountable through one on one bi-weekly meetings, and review of individual and team metrics.
- Worked directly with suppliers to improve delivery.
- Initiated and reviewed root cause and corrective action for suppliers failing to maintain or meet the required goals for delivery.
- This included working with the suppliers on return to green plans through metrics demonstrating their delivery performance.
- Led cross functional teams, to include supplier quality, planning, program quality, component engineering, and operations, to establish resolution to vendor issues.
- Reviewed all orders to ensure compliance to company procurement policy.
Procurement Analyst Senior
BAE Systems, Inc.
11.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed cradle to grave government procurements for Firm-Fixed Price and Cost-Plus prime award contacts while processing orders in accordance to CPSR, FAR, and DFARS guidelines.
- Led formal negotiation to include, T&C’s, pricing, and scheduling, in accordance with program requirements.
- Performed price / cost analysis to ensuring best value while maintaining CPSR compliant procurement packages.
- Maintained coordination of material status with appropriate personnel, while working closely with operation program managers and supplier quality management to provide resolution to all issues.
- Employed analytical skills in identifying sources for new products to improve supplier performance in collaboration with the Supplier Development and/or commodity specialist
- Established and cultivate relationships with engineering and operations to streamline information sharing and generate high-quality product at a better cost.
- Served as an integral member of several commodity teams to implement common practices throughout electronic solutions for printed wiring boards, mechanical/fab, and cable/harnesses.
Buyer/Material Planner II
BAE Systems, Inc.
07.2011 - 11.2013
- Oversaw the planning and sourcing activities to ensure continuous supply of assigned materials, printed wiring boards, mechanical/fabrication and cables, and harness commodities.
- Maintained coordination of material status with appropriate personnel, while working closely with operation program managers and supplier quality management to provide resolution to any issues.
- Managed all material status meetings for programs assigned, providing status on open purchase order, material transfers, engineering change orders.
Production Control II
BAE Systems, Inc.
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Organized schedule of manufacturing activities to ensure effective completion of contractual requirements, while maintaining material documentation for approved supplies timed to meet production needs.
- Carried out key tasks such as scheduling equipment and personnel; identifying material supply and demand, preparing work orders or purchase requests based on master production plan; and managing inventory requirements.
- Offered hands-on support to the management in resolving problems by coordinating interdepartmental activities with Quality Assurance, Procurement, Engineering, and Contract departments.
Material Handler II
BAE Systems, Inc.
03.2009 - 06.2010
- Keenly supervised internal flow of raw material and in-process manufactured hardware in support of the manufacturing schedules and operation commitments within engineering and production programs.
- Facilitated the verification, inspection, and receipt of incoming material; as well as comparison of paperwork against contents and original purchasing records for confirmation, while ensuring timely delivery to designated areas.
- Rendered assistance with the testing of Oracle ERP system upgrades for the receiving and inventory system.
Production Supervisor
Quikrete
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Provided direct floor supervision to hourly employees, while maintaining an adequate inventory of raw materials, supplies and finished goods, monitoring safety, equipment operations and overall functions within the manufacturing process and worked with plant engineers to resolve operational issues.
Production Supervisor
Yokohama Tire Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Provided leadership to the assigned personnel while ensuring the attainment of safety, quality, and production goals, including shift/production scheduling and regulatory compliance based on standard operating procedures and in-process control guidelines to ensure product quality.
Battalion Ammunition Sergeant
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
Battalion Transportation Sergeant
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
Team Leader
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
Infantry Rifleman
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
Education
B.S. - Electrical Engineering and Communications Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Chantilly, VA04.2015
Project Management Institute
Skills
- CPSR
- FAR/DFAR
- MMAS Knowledge
- Rapid Conflict Resolution
- Understanding of Supply Chain Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Documentation and Reports Administration
- AS9100C Trained Auditor
- Microsoft Office Suites / Oracle MRP/ERP
- Ability to Read Electrical/Mechanical Drawings
- Material Planning
Accomplishments
- Awarded several $1 to $2 million dollar CPFF contracts while working as the PM at QinetiQ
- Had zero finding in 3 CPSR audits during my time in procurement
- Led a team to complete the design drawing of a new manufacturing facility.
- Created new policies for Procurement, MMAS and Government Property Handling.
Timeline
Sr. Procurement Specialist
TCOM
10.2023 - 12.2023
Global Supply Chain Manager
Raytheon-Rafael Area Protection Systems
01.2023 - Current
Lead Procurement Specialist
QinetiQ Inc. (formally Manufacturing Techniques, Inc.)
11.2019 - 06.2021
Program Manager
QinetiQ Inc. (formally Manufacturing Techniques, Inc.)
06.2018 - 10.2022
Sr. Procurement Specialist
QinetiQ Inc. (formally Manufacturing Techniques, Inc.)
06.2018 - 10.2019
Procurement Technician
ITSC Secure Solutions
03.2018 - 06.2018
Procurement Manager
BAE Systems, Inc.
01.2017 - 02.2018
Procurement Analyst Senior
BAE Systems, Inc.
11.2013 - 01.2017
Buyer/Material Planner II
BAE Systems, Inc.
07.2011 - 11.2013
Production Control II
BAE Systems, Inc.
06.2010 - 07.2011
Material Handler II
BAE Systems, Inc.
03.2009 - 06.2010
Production Supervisor
Quikrete
01.2008 - 01.2009
Production Supervisor
Yokohama Tire Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2008
Battalion Ammunition Sergeant
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
Battalion Transportation Sergeant
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
Team Leader
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
Infantry Rifleman
United States Army
01.1996 - 01.2002
B.S. - Electrical Engineering and Communications Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Project Management Institute
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