Wendy Jaco

Sr. Leadership position leading Subcontracts and Procurement Management Teams.

Skill Set includes:

Primarily - Contractor Logistics Support (CLS), but also other Non (CLS) Programs.

Ability to Lead a Management Team and Employees.

Ability to Lead and train, including succession planning.

Ability to review employees performance, interview, hire, promote, and provide growth plans.

Ability to work with cross functional departments.

Ability to communicate as needed across timelines from United States to Overseas.

I've worked in many roles, including Management, Sr. Management, Contracts, Subcontracts, Procurement.

I have experience with SAP, Costpoint, S2P, A2P, Deltek, Teams, Microsoft, and more.

• Led supply chain initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
• Developed strategic sourcing strategies to optimize supplier relationships and reduce costs.
• Streamlined logistics processes, resulting in improved delivery times and reduced freight costs.
• Mentored junior staff on best practices for supply chain management and process improvement.
• Analyzed market trends to inform procurement decisions and align resources with business goals.

• Special Programs Business Area and Depot Procurement
• Supervisory Role leading a team of five (5) buyers within depot procurement.
• Actively managed several major Subcontracts.
• Interfaced daily with Customer, Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, and Financial Controls.

• Supervisory Role managing a team of Subcontract Managers for two (2) business areas.
• Approved pre negotiation plans and helped identify cost savings opportunities.
• Reviewed and approved subcontract packages for release up to $1M.
• Assisted in the pursuit phase of potential programs and supports tasks to maximize win probability.
• Supported financial initiatives.
• Prepared EACs/ETCs and labor estimates, Approved PWAs, and Supported Quality Assurance through SEB evaluations.