Thomas Knight
Chicago
Summary
Accomplished Procurement Analyst recognized for strong leadership in procurement policy and contract management. Effective in cross-department collaboration, delivering impactful solutions that support organizational goals and mitigate risks.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Analyst
US Department of Health and Human Services
Washington
06.2023 - Current
- I am a Procurement Analyst in the HHS Office of Acquisitions, responsible for advising the Senior Procurement Executive (SPE) and HHS leadership on procurement policy issues.
- I research and create procurement policy that impacts HHS and the 12 Operating Divisions under the Department.
- I spearheaded the HHS Office of Acquisitions' supply chain risk management initiative by collaborating with various HHS offices to allow supply chain risk assessments to occur prior to award, and during contract performance.
- Recently, I have worked to implement Executive Orders relating to department-wide cost savings initiatives and SPE review of non-commercial procurements.
Procurement Analyst
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Hines
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Reviewed procurements for pharmaceuticals and medical products and services at the VA National Acquisition Center to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
- Chaired Contract Review Boards for acquisitions that exceed $50 million, and routinely executed pre-award reviews of 10-year contracts valued at $100 million and above.
- Conducted post-award reviews of contracts to ensure administration was conducted in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, as well as VA regulations and policies.
Contract Specialist
US Environmental Protection Agency
Chicago
09.2015 - 05.2019
- Managed remediation services contract valued at $200 million over a 10-year period, that consisted of 60+ Superfund locations throughout a six-state region.
- Monitored work plan budgets, financial obligation ceilings, and ongoing remedial action.
- Managed the Great Lakes National Program Office (GLNPO) mission support acquisition program for IT products and services.
- Planned, solicited, evaluated, awarded, and administered all GLNPO mission support IT requirements.
Contract Specialist
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Hines
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Managed the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Interim Agreement Program at the VA National Acquisition Center.
- Awarded bridge contracts between the VA and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies to ensure branded drugs were offered to the government at discounted prices.
- Reviewed offers and conducted price analysis for pharmaceuticals, and other medical products and services, to award FSS contracts at fair and reasonable prices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Procurement policy
- Negotiation strategies
- Contract management
- Cost analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Strategic thinking
Certification
- Federal Acquisition Certification - Contracting Level III (FAC-C)
- Certification for Contracting Officer's Representatives Level III (FAC-COR)
Accomplishments
- Veteran of US Navy - received multiple awards and promotions throughout four years of active-duty service, including Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
US Department of Health and Human Services
06.2023 - Current
Procurement Analyst
US Department of Veterans Affairs
05.2019 - 06.2023
Contract Specialist
US Environmental Protection Agency
09.2015 - 05.2019
Contract Specialist
US Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2014 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Arts -
Loyola University Chicago
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