Willie Hodges
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Experienced Contract Specialist specializing in high-value contract negotiations and legal compliance within United States Army Corps of Engineers. Proven track record in risk mitigation and successful contract development through stakeholder collaboration. Expertise in thorough contract reviews and evaluations, fostering robust professional relationships.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Specialist
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
Galveston, Texas
03.2025 - Current
- Identified areas of risk in proposed contracts and recommended changes or alternatives that reduced exposure while meeting customer needs.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain best value for goods and services.
- Provided guidance on contract interpretation when disputes arose between parties involved in a contract agreement.
- Prepared reports summarizing key information from executed contracts for senior management review.
- Developed contractual agreements, including terms and conditions, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Contract Specialist
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
Kansas City, Missouri
09.2008 - 03.2025
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain best value for goods and services.
- Coordinated activities between contracting officers, subcontractors, suppliers, customers, technical personnel, attorneys, auditors and other stakeholders involved in the contracting process.
- Reviewed and evaluated proposed contract documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed contractual agreements, including terms and conditions, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Warehouse Worker
Lear Siegler Services
Fort Riley, KS
02.1996 - 09.2008
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders, achieving 100% compliance.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies to maintain quality standards.
- Assembled orders based on customer requests, ensuring timely fulfillment.
- Monitored stock levels using digital inventory tracking system.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during machinery operation.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments efficiently.
- Performed cycle counts to sustain accurate inventory records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA06-2008
Skills
- Contract reviews and edits
- Construction bid preparations
- Proposal evaluation
- Legal compliance
- Fact-finding and investigations
- Risk mitigation
- Contract development
- Contracting policies and regulations
Timeline
Contract Specialist
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
03.2025 - Current
Contract Specialist
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
09.2008 - 03.2025
Warehouse Worker
Lear Siegler Services
02.1996 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Upper Iowa University
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