Compliance and subcontracts leader with 7+ years of progressive experience within supply chain. Proven record of leading cross-functional teams, driving FAR/DFAR compliance, supporting CPSR audit readiness, and developing sector-level training initiatives. Recognized for leadership and process improvement impacting multi-million-dollar defense programs. MBA with strong foundation in regulatory compliance, subcontract management, training buyers/SCAs of all band levels, and risk mitigation.
Active Secret Clearance
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems
Remote
02.2024 - Current
Lead execution and oversight of complex subcontracts, including a $7.3M order for the E-2D program involving Non-Traditional Defense Contractor (NTDC) assertions and high-value negotiations.
Certified Commercial Determination (CD) reviewer and approval authority within enterprise CD tool.
AMS CMMC Business Unit Lead; supported 2026 Mock CPSR audit activities alongside MS PACE team.
Develop and deliver monthly sector-level compliance training (" Back to the Basics" & "The more you know-CID edition") to Buyers/SCAs, strengthening CD accuracy and regulatory adherence.
Create and present sector level compliance tools including the CD Checklist Tool which is housed on the MS CIAG Site.
Maintain 100% First Pass Yield on subcontracts and POs exceeding $750K.
Compliance Navigator and senior peer reviewer for bands 2-4, reducing findings prior to PO release.
Selected as interview panelist and participated in final hiring decisions
Holds a $2M Domestic and International DOPA
Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems
Remote
07.2022 - 02.2024
Served as Team Lead and Conductor for Advanced Technology Lab (ATL), overseeing 50+ weekly procurement actions and coordinating 4+ Procurement Specialist.
Assumed Procurement Manager 2 responsibilities for three months, leading vendor negotiations, priority status meeting, and team execution.
Peer Reviewer for Bands 1-4, ensuring FAR/DFARS compliance prior to purchase order release.
Participated in multiple interview panels (with Manager Level 1 and 2), contributing to hiring decisions and documentation.
Developed training materials under make-buy stretch assignment
Negotiated complex redlined terms and conditions in coordination with legal and SCS leadership.
Deemed critical ATL employee; selected for Targeted Incentive Bonus Plan (2023)
President's Award Nominee (2023)
2022 Recipient - 30 under 30 Rising Supply Chain Star Award (Institute for Supply Management (ISM)).
Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems
Remote
12.2021 - 07.2022
Managed subcontract and procurement actions supporting Emerging Capabilities Development (ECD).
Negotiated redlined terms and conditions with legal and SCS.
Served as training navigator for new team members, ensuring onboarding compliance completion.
Assisted in NDA negotiations and documentation support.
Associate Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems
Lake Charles, LA
08.2018 - 12.2021
Led indirect subcontract actions and supported direct subcontract efforts.
Responsible for contract labor purchase orders for the Lake Charles site.
Created standard notes for the team ensuring compliant PO text