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Whitney Harris

Suffolk,VA

Summary

Seasoned Senior Supply Chain Program Management Specialist 13 years in program portfolio oversight. Achieved on-time delivery programs in high-technology environment with schedule, budget and resource constraints. Superb organizational and collaborative skills leading to mutually beneficial relationships with internal partners, customers and major subcontractors. Active Secret Security Clearance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Procurement Analyst

Huntington Ingalls
01.2020 - Current
  • Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
  • Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs.
  • Led client relationship management, contract development and extension.
  • Assess offers from various suppliers in accordance with a variety of submarine and ship commodities
  • Implement continuous improvement, Six Sigma or Lean methodologies/principals
  • Ensure that all contracts are in accordance with standards by working with a legal team composed of attorneys, paralegals, and office personnel
  • Recognize shifts in buyer and supplier influence within the marketplaces for essential commodities and take advantage of industry dynamics and reporting for the U.S Navy
  • Sustained early subcontractor identification and engagement to support new business pursuits and provide risk and opportunity analysis for early capture
  • Managed the flow of critical milestones and project requirements including analysis of supplier capacity and capability
  • Coordinated communication among associations, allies, stakeholders and members to foster sales and connections between departments.
  • Maintained regular communication between departments via email and phone calls to coordinate program logistics.
  • Established goals and created action plans to achieve goals.

Global Supply Chain & Operations Management Instructor

United States Army
04.2018 - 01.2020
  • Designed instruction via digital learning and communication tools that aided students' academic proficiency development
  • Reviewed lesson plans, subject content, technical manuals, and student workbooks
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Determined potential threats to the well-being of Army soldiers during field exercises and range activities
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Maintained alterations to equipment up-to-date and restored training aids and gadgets
  • Responded quickly to shifting priorities and deadlines
  • Provided in-depth knowledge and experience in the topic area specified
  • Developed, coordinated, and revised government-wide regulations for assigned portions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
  • Design digital learning tools to enhance students' academic proficiency
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.

Global Supply Chain Manager

United States Army
02.2015 - 03.2018


  • Managed supply chain risk through flexible debt-payment solutions, cost reductions and long-term supplier partnerships.
  • Developed and executed global supply chain strategies that boosted production readiness, stock availability and product quality.
  • Position holds the 24/7 responsibility for the daily operations of one or more clinical areas
  • Negotiated and coordinate with other agencies to facilitate government-wide consensus on changes to the FAR
  • Managed all aspects of supplier and stakeholder relationships and performance throughout all contract phases
  • Researched and developed strategies to address emerging acquisition needs and resolve critical procurement process problems
  • Supervised support services staff to ensure patient safety, provides high quality outcomes and an exceptional patient/family experience
  • Developed and monitored the departmental budgets
  • Kept an accurate and up-to-date record of the logistical supplies that were bought, used up, handed out, or stored by using the Standard Army Maintenance System
  • Predicted and created budgets to cover needs for replacement components and other maintenance expenses
  • Provided cutting-edge, day-to-day logistical supply management assistance to the European Union (EU) and NATO allies
  • Utilized leading indicator measures, risk management strategies, programs, and proposal performance monitoring and reported outcomes to executive management to achieve outstanding business results
  • Provided coaching and training on use and interpretation of data / metrics
  • Implement continuous improvement, Six Sigma or Lean methodologies/principals
  • Accountable for designing and implementing business and procurement policies and processes that lead to effective internal and external audit results
  • Design and implement business and procurement policies
  • Leads the development of company or business unit procurement strategies

Supply Chain Specialist

United States Army
05.2011 - 01.2015
  • Verified and updated the working order for all office supplies, equipment, and internet software
  • Developed analytical reporting tools to complement corporate operations
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels to meet operational requirements.
  • Eliminated wasteful spending on supplies by strategic stock management, price comparison shopping, and intelligent product procurement
  • Worked with suppliers to manage schedules, specifications and quality compliance.
  • Streamlined supply chain and logistics networks, reducing wasteful spending and improving efficiency
  • Enhanced the institution's capacity to organize and execute training at the brigade and lower levels, down to individual troops
  • Negotiated prices and terms with shipping companies and supply vendors.
  • Gathered and analyzed supplier, inventory and distribution data to assess areas in need of improvement.
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements with indirect and logistics customers.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards and established timelines.

Education

Master’s in business administration - Global Supply Chain Management

Keller Graduate School of Management

Bachelor's in Business Management/ Accounting -

DeVry/ Keller Graduate School

Associates in Business Administration/ Accounting -

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Spring, CO

Skills

  • Develop and manage RFQ/RFP processes and negotiate contracts
  • Management
  • Source Selection
  • Utilize MRP systems, PeopleSoft financial system, and expo portal applications
  • Interpret FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws regarding import/export control
  • Track Purchase Orders through reports and resolve discrepancies
  • Product Life Cycle Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Supply Chain
  • Regulatory Compliance (FAR/ DFAR)
  • Negotiation and follow-up skills
  • Cost Reduction Initiatives
  • Performance Improvement
  • Purchasing experience in various commodities
  • Adaptability
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and excellent communication skills
  • Contract Management
  • Decision Making
  • Cost Analysis
  • Organizational Skills
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Schedule Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Scope Management
  • Risk Assessment

Certification

  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Certified Logistics Associate
  • Demonstrated Logistician

Timeline

Senior Procurement Analyst

Huntington Ingalls
01.2020 - Current

Global Supply Chain & Operations Management Instructor

United States Army
04.2018 - 01.2020

Global Supply Chain Manager

United States Army
02.2015 - 03.2018

Supply Chain Specialist

United States Army
05.2011 - 01.2015

Master’s in business administration - Global Supply Chain Management

Keller Graduate School of Management

Bachelor's in Business Management/ Accounting -

DeVry/ Keller Graduate School

Associates in Business Administration/ Accounting -

Colorado Technical University

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