Jasmine Powell
Fayetteville
Summary
Outcomes driven procurement professional with 17 years of "cradle to grave" contract administration experience, executing a wide range of contract types, leading negotiations and maintaining compliance. Demonstrates strong analytical and decision-making skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities to foster successful partnerships and streamline contract processes. Committed to driving efficiency, mitigating risk, and achieving cost savings for the organization.
Results-driven contracts professional with strong background in managing and supervising contract activities. Known for effective negotiation, compliance oversight, and operational improvements. Committed to fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic environments with key skills in strategic planning and risk management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC
01.2024 - Current
- Recommended process improvements to strengthen contract management practices, resulting in enhanced organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Evaluated supplier proposals for technical acceptability, price reasonableness, and risk factors to ensure sound award decisions were made.
- Streamlined vendor communication channels, leading to improved responsiveness and more timely resolution of issues.
- Mentored junior contract specialists in developing their skills and knowledge in federal acquisition processes and guidelines.
- Enhanced contract negotiation processes by implementing strategic sourcing and procurement best practices.
- Developed strong relationships with key vendors, fostering collaboration and mutual trust for successful contract outcomes.
- Developed innovative contracting solutions to address unique challenges, resulting in more efficient procurement outcomes.
- Led a team of contract specialists, providing guidance on complex acquisition planning and execution tasks.
- Managed the full lifecycle of federal contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Contract Specialist GS-1102-13
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
02.2020 - 12.2023
- Primary duties of this position include serving as Contract Specialist for a variety of service requirements in support of the Office of the Chief Operating Officer, CDC; advise and assist customers with defining requirements; provide contract administration support from 'cradle to grave'
- Responsible for training junior level Contract Specialists, CORs, and customers on guidance, regulation, SOPs, acquisition processes etc
- Revived antiquated procurement processes by utilizing internal resources such as Power Automate, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Sharepoint
- Empowered Program Offices through training and familiarity to independently accomplish Acquisition Plans, market research and a variety of requirements documents to ensure proper packages received
- Remained current regarding understanding and interpretation of procurement regulations and contracting principles
- Ensure contractors are paid on time within the terms and conditions of their contract using automated systems such as Integrated Contracts Experts (ICE) and Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)
- Provide effective and efficient acquisition planning and contract administration taking into account Federal, Departmental, agency and office priorities such as small business considerations, competition goals, cost savings, cost/schedule/performance risks and concerns, etc
- Provides mission focused solutions, accurate guidance and advice
- Demonstrates flexibility in problem-solving alternatives when appropriate
- Led a team of contract specialists to support the administration of the Broad Agency Announcement, supplementing traditional workload with research and development projects and experiments in support of CDC's mission
- Responsible for the oversight, planning and execution of the agency's Broad Agency Announcement, consistently receiving 200+ white papers and resulting in multiple millions of dollars in contract awards
- Provided training to Program Office SMEs, Technical Reviewers and CORs regarding contracting processes and best practices
- Coordinated with Requiring activities regarding automation of processes
- Instrumental in the ongoing automation for CDC's Broad Agency Announcement
- Introduced an automated method for topic submissions
Lead Contract Specialist GS-1102-12
Dobbins Air Reserve Base
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Primary duties of this position include serving as contracting team leader and warranted contracting officer; to provide business advice to the customer and to perform all pre-award and post-award functions using a wide range of contracting methods and types; and to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services, and/or construction
- Serves as team leader; communicates and integrates the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision, and values to the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans, and work products and services
- Performs/oversees market research analysis to determine availability of the requirement; analyze market trends, commercial practices, condition and technological advances; and select appropriate techniques and procedures to solve any acquisition problem
- Reviews requisition packages for adequacy and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements and consistency with current market practices and conditions
- Provides business advice, guidance, and assistance to team members, installation technical or program personnel, sales representatives, local suppliers, functional commanders, and/or contractors on acquisition and business-related issues
Acquisition Analyst - CTR
CACI, Inc (Contracted to ECC-A, RCC-E)
07.2015 - 10.2016
- My duties consisted of utilizing the Federal Acquisition Regulation and the Army Federal Acquisition Regulation to develop Pre-Award and Post Award contracts: Made contract award from Procurement Requests (PRs); performed contract closeouts; and prepared contract files for KO signature
- Upon initial arrival, I was tasked to the services division of RCC-E
- I was responsible for the administration of the $37.9M Airlift Services IDIQ
- Due to my experience in construction, I was re-assigned to the Construction Division of RCC-E
- As a member of the RCC-E Construction team, I served as a Contract Specialist conducting administration and oversight for various construction requirements utilizing FAR Part 15
- Administration of all documents to include, but not limited to, contract awards, modifications, solicitations, amendments, price objective memorandums, price negotiation memorandums, terminations for default and convenience, claims and close-outs
- Worked closely with customers to develop strong business relationships, and assist in providing customer and mission support
- Furthermore, as part of my duties, I monitored outstanding contracts to ensure satisfactory progress, to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract, and to identify problems that threaten contractor performance
- I actively managed and awarded requirements on a strategic basis
- Maintained electronic contract files, to include coordination of documents for legal and policy reviews
- I also negotiated a $1M claim for the base sewer system contract, saving the Government over $450k
- In the absence of the Division Chief, I was selected to assume Division Chief responsibilities, to include meetings and briefing updates to leadership
- Additionally, I was also designated as the CACI Team Lead for Afghanistan, responsible for all CACI employees in the AOR (Area of Responsibility), to include coordination of arrival/departure, country visa's, timecard completion, and coordinated meetings with the project COR and Project Manager
Contract Specialist - SSgt, USAF
WR-ALC
04.2010 - 05.2015
- My duties consisted of advising government and contractor personnel on contracting related issues, obtaining data on marketing trends, supply sources, and trade information
- I prepared memoranda, determinations and findings, justifications and approvals
- Documented contract files, prepared documents, process transactions, and maintain files applicable to automated contracting systems and other electronic methods
- While assigned to WR-ALC, I executed administration of a $338k demolition contract to eliminate hazardous materials and facilitate base health and safety compliance
- I also negotiated a $700k building addition, saving the Government over $300k, boosting quality of life for 150 employees working in the maintenance facility
- Additionally, I administered a $1.2M air quality IDIQ to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act at Robins AFB, GA
- I also facilitated the administration of two environmental task orders for $2.5M, necessary for adherence to state and federal compliance
- 2011 AFMC Outstanding Contracting Airman of the Year
Contracting Officer-SrA, USAF
CENTCOM Contracting Command
12.2010 - 06.2011
- Company Overview: In Support of Operation Enduring Freedom
- My duties consisted of providing contingency contracting support at Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan
- In addition to Contracting Officer duties, I was also tasked as the Bagram Regional Center pay agent, responsible for all claims in the AOR to ensure timely payment to contractors
- Executed 200 contract actions worth $12M, provided theater wide support, while also establishing rapport with the local citizens by providing jobs and helping to enhance the local economy
- Warranted Contracting Officer, performed and/or directed the full range of field contractual functions associated with projects within CENTCOM Joint Theater Support Contracting Command (CJTSCC) and supporting organizations
- Cradle to grave contracting
- In Support of Operation Enduring Freedom
Contract Specialist, SrA
49th Contracting Squadron
03.2007 - 04.2010
- My duties consisted of managing, performing, and administering contracting functions for commodities and services using simplified acquisition procedures, negotiation, and other approved methods
- Utilization of automated contracting systems to prepare, process, and analyze transactions and products
- Acted as business advisor, buyer, negotiator, and administrator
- Led squadron training for Justification & Approval documents
- Awarded high priority UAV & F-22 requirements
- Selected as 49 CONS Airman of the Year, 2009
- Incorporate Small Business program socio-economic regulations in solicitations and contract awards in accordance with FAR Part 19 and 44
- Applied knowledge of pre award and post award contracting policies and procedures to conduct reviews of acquisition documents and modifications
- Interpret regulations, policies, legal decisions and other directives concerning contracting actions and contracting matters
- Execute contract modifications to change contract requirements post-award
- Prepare and award contracts in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation and Department of Defense FAR Supplements using the Uniform Contract Format and all Federal law regulations
- Monitor contractor and contracting officer representatives to perform post-award and perform contract close-out
- Establish and execute a work schedule to ensure that the necessary planning, coordination, approvals, negotiation, and other requirements are completed in a timely manner
- Establish precedents in application of problem-solving techniques to enhance existing processes
- Prepare pre and post negotiation business clearances
Contracting Officer-SrA, U.A.E
Expeditionary Contracting Squadron
06.2009 - 08.2009
- My duties consisted of providing contingency contracting support at Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates
- My primary position was as a Contracting Officer for the commodities section, procuring supplies for the maintenance units to aid in the continuous operation of aircraft
- I was also responsible for the acquisitions of commodities for the mission support group, which consisted of various quality of life and morale items
- Evaluate quotes/proposals against stated solicitation evaluation criteria
- Administrate orders/contracts by monitoring contract performance, preparing modifications, and recommending the necessary course of action to resolve issues impacting performance or ability to comply with terms and conditions
- Prepare and issue solicitation documents ensuring the appropriate provisions and clauses are included and ensuring the solicitation is consistent with the requirement/purchase request
- Evaluate and recommend the ideal method of procurement for supplies or services based on analysis of requirement/purchase request
- Monitor contractor performance for compliance with applicable laws, data reporting requirements and payment provisions
Education
Business Administration - Acquisition & Contracts Management
Strayer University
Chantilly, VA12.2012
M.B.A. - Project Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2017
M.B.A. - Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2017
Skills
- Procure complex services, commodities & construction through innovation
- Evaluate, negotiate, and execute contracts IAW FAR and applicable supplements
- Serve as customer liaison and business advisor to industry and program
- Provide technical direction and procurement expertise to peers and requiring activities
- Support risk management & process improvement through collaboration and modernization
- Warranted contracting officer
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- DAWIA Level I Contracting certification, 2008
- DAWIA Level II Contracting certification, 2012
- DAWIA Level III Contracting certification, 2018
- FAC-C Contracting Level III certification, 2020
Timeline
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC
01.2024 - Current
Contract Specialist GS-1102-13
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
02.2020 - 12.2023
Lead Contract Specialist GS-1102-12
Dobbins Air Reserve Base
06.2017 - 02.2020
Acquisition Analyst - CTR
CACI, Inc (Contracted to ECC-A, RCC-E)
07.2015 - 10.2016
Contracting Officer-SrA, USAF
CENTCOM Contracting Command
12.2010 - 06.2011
Contract Specialist - SSgt, USAF
WR-ALC
04.2010 - 05.2015
Contracting Officer-SrA, U.A.E
Expeditionary Contracting Squadron
06.2009 - 08.2009
Contract Specialist, SrA
49th Contracting Squadron
03.2007 - 04.2010
M.B.A. - Project Management
Liberty University
M.B.A. - Leadership
Liberty University
- DAWIA Level I Contracting certification, 2008
- DAWIA Level II Contracting certification, 2012
- DAWIA Level III Contracting certification, 2018
- FAC-C Contracting Level III certification, 2020
Business Administration - Acquisition & Contracts Management
Strayer University
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