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Contracting ~ Project Administration ~ Logistics

 

 

Bidding/Negotiations   Process Improvements   Strategic Planning   Business Analysis   Business Development   Marketing/Advertising

Contract Management   Performance Optimization   Logistics/Transportation   Needs Assessment   Client/Public  Relations   IT/IS

P&L/Budgeting/Forecasting   Contractor/Team Direction   Resource Management   General Operations   Consulting   Graphic Design/Photography

 

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Career Highlights

 

Ø  Strategically planned, developed and administered $2.6M multi-year service contract; successfully improved service quality within short 6-month timeframe and boosted service levels to 6% above standard.  Held  full-scope project management accountability, from creating performance work statements and proactive quarterly award structures and cost-effectively allocating/administering budgets to steering pre-bid meetings, contractor interviewing/selection and performance monitoring

Ø  Successfully launched startup service sales division and drove to generate $11M in new business within two years; proficiently developed Requests for Proposals (RFPs) totaling $40M as well as statements of work and service agreements and introduced innovative new process and programs to maximize bottom-line results

Ø  Directed Department of Defense (DOD) transportation operations throughout 23-county West Texas region, strategically planning and coordinating efficient movement of personnel, goods and cargo; actively supported Operation Desert Storm by efficiently planning quarterly mobility exercises and executing proactive mobility orders

Ø  Substantially increased efficiencies in analyzing and classifying compatibility, prioritizing movement and loading hazardous cargo through solutions-focused integration of manual processes with technology-driven system

Ø  Spearheaded large-scale technology solutions supporting 250 State Court end users; successfully averted Y2K shutdown, achieving on-time, budget-compliant delivery of strategies implementation; demonstrated dynamic leadership qualities in effectively managing data conversion sub-contractors as well as planning and executing training schedules and contributed sharp business acumen toward forecasting project scope, conducting thorough business analysis of existing operations and defining and managing client-specific software modification needs

Ø  Strategically streamlined operations for enhanced performance by consolidating 2 similar departments, resulting in 5% personnel budget reduction while boosting consistency and quality

Ø  Led Automation Committee in facilitating 50% software costs savings through accelerated migration to distributed system

Ø  Optimized client satisfaction by re-shaping Customer Service Department operations to better define and address client-specific needs through interviewing/consulting, data collection/analysis, computer modeling, and senior-level reporting/recommendations; achieved 30% reduction in customer turnaround time through improved work processes

Ø  Successfully spearheaded store-front photography business start-up, development and full-scope operations, from conceptualization and operational structuring through target marketing, client consultation and contract negotiations; consistently generated 25% average annual revenue growth through decisive, results-oriented leadership

 

 

 

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Professional Experience

 

Owner/Operator, Ron Smith Photography                                                                      2003 - Present

 

ACS/SCT                                                                                                                      1998-2003

Project Director, ACS C Client Services; 2002- 2003

Director Solutions Support, ACS/SCT C Sales Department; 2000- 2002

Project Manager, SCT C Professional Services; 1998- 2000

Project Manager, I3S                                                                                                    1997-1998

Information Systems Coordinator, Dallas County District Clerk                                      1995- 1997

 

Prior Background

 

Family Department Manager, Dallas County District Clerk; 1992-1995

Adjunct Faculty Member , Brookhaven Community College; 1995-1997

Graduate Student, United States Air Force; 1991-1992

Director of Transportation, United States Air Force; 1990-1991

Traffic Management Officer, United States Air Force; 1987-1990  

• Reese AFB Company Grade Officer of the Year; 1990

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Education & Professional Development

 

M.B.A., Logistics Management, Air Force Institute of Technology                     

B.S., Political Science, University of Southern Mississippi                    

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Professional Development

 

Air Force Contracting Officer Course, Denver, Colorado

Air Force Transportation Officer Course, Wichita Falls, TX

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Technical Proficiencies

 

Microsoft Office inclusive of Access and Publisher; Photoshop; GPSS/H Simulation and Modeling; Microsoft Project; Microsoft PowerPoint; Basic HTML

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Date

 

 

 

Hiring Agent Name

Title

Company Name

Address

City/State/Zip Code

 

Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (INSERT ACTUAL TITLE OF TARGETED POSITION) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I offer you many years of progressive experience focused on Contract Management, Negotiations, Logistics, and Project Administration, with a stellar track record of generating dynamic results as a strategic, decisive leader.  In both civilian and government/military sectors, I have excelled in defining and implementing targeted action plans to drive business development and revenue growth, maximize productivity and efficiency, deliver world-class client servicing, and optimize bottom-line performance across broad areas of operations.  Complementing my experience, I offer an MBA in Logistics Management as well as Air Force Contracting Officer and Transportation credentialing.

 

After several years of successfully owning and operating a profitable start-up business, I am now eager to contribute my prior experience toward your success. As an employee, I will generate immediate and long-term results for your organization and you will consistently find that I am dedicated to supporting you in not only achieving, but surpassing your goals.

 

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Professionally,

 

 

 

Ronald E Smith

 

 

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Date

 

 

 

Contact Name

Company Name

Address

City/State/Zip Code

 

Dear _______________________________:

 

I would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (TITLE OF POSITION APPLYING FOR) position currently available with your company.  Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

 

As discussed, I offer extensive experience and expertise in Contract Management, Project Administration and Logistics and am enthusiastic about delivering immediate results for your organization as a key team member. I believe you will find my dynamic (LIST A FEW SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS RELEVANT TO THE POSITION THAT WHERE DISCUSSED DURING INTERVIEW) skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

Should you have any additional questions, or to further discuss this lucrative opportunity, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  Again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  I look forward to your response.

 

Professionally,

 

 

 

Ronald E Smith