Katie M. Leech
Centreville
Summary
Motivated Senior Subcontracts Administrator experienced in contract negotiation, risk management, and supplier relationship management. Achieved high productivity and efficient task completion through effective communication, problem-solving, and leadership. Focused on delivering superior customer service and supporting program goals in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Subcontracts Administrator
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Annapolis
06.2025 - Current
- Administer complex subcontracts from solicitation through closeout for U.S. Government and commercial programs.
- Oversaw multimillion-dollar subcontracts to ensure compliance and alignment with program objectives.
- Lead competitive and sole-source procurements in accordance with FAR, DFARS, company policies, and customer requirements.
- Develop and issue requests for proposals, conduct cost and price analyses.
- Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions, delivery schedules, and risk mitigation strategies to achieve cost savings and program objectives.
- Ensure subcontract documentation complies with CPSR requirements, FAR/DFARS flowdowns, export regulations, and internal procedures.
- Partner with engineering, quality, program management, legal, and finance teams to resolve contractual, technical, and supplier performance issues.
- Manage supplier relationships by monitoring quality, delivery performance, and corrective actions to support program milestones.
- Negotiated supplier contracts to secure favorable pricing, reduce lead times, and enhance terms.
Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Annapolis
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders, such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program, and end-users.
- Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases.
- Examined lead times and identified critical path procurements to support timely project execution.
- Composed Purchase Order documentation packages in compliance with U.S. Government regulations (FAR and DFARS) and PrOP to ensure optimal cost savings and value for stakeholders.
- Conducted source selection throughout the contract proposal and execution phases.
- Negotiates vendor quotes to achieve the best potential value to meet program price and schedule targets.
- Examines lead times and identifies critical path procurements.
- Works cross-functionally across all departments of Global Supply Chain to ensure Purchase Orders are placed on time.
- Works closely with planners on any material that is needed urgently by the program.
- Assists with onboarding key suppliers and maintaining existing supplier profiles.
- Reviewed and negotiated terms and conditions while assessing risks to ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR clauses.
- Supports collaborative relationships with the supplier base to ensure we are best meeting the needs of Northrop Grumman customers.
- Proficient in the use of SAP S/4 and ERP2 to purchase material for programs.
- Facilitated onsite and in-person efforts in cleared areas.
- Managed mission system operations to ensure alignment with project objectives.
Special Security Officer
US Government
Washington
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Administered House of Representatives personnel security program for assigned offices, processing initial security clearances and periodic re-investigations to uphold security standards.
- Executed and initiated non-disclosure agreements to cleared personnel.
- Analyzed and reviewed all SF86’s that are submitted for security clearances to ensure there are no red flags before putting an individual in for a security clearance.
- Updated tracked, and managed e-QIP accounts for all House personnel applying for a security clearance.
- Liaised between House of Representatives staff and DOD, DOE, and CIA to facilitate security clearance processes, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Managed, scheduled, and completed all fingerprints needed for security clearances.
- Analyzed and reviewed all SF86s that are submitted for security clearances to ensure there are no red flags before putting an individual in for a security clearance.
- Planned and coordinated important security briefings for congress members.
- Provided security briefings to include the following: initial security briefings, individual refresher briefings, termination briefings, counterintelligence briefings, operations security briefings, and foreign travel briefings.
- Assisted with scheduling and setting up classified briefings, secure phone calls, and secure teleconferences.
- Managed all SCIF room request forms and managed SCIF calendar.
- Ensured all individuals attending briefings in the SCIF spaces were properly cleared.
- House Security Division, House Sergeant at Arms
Assistant CPSO/ Security
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Annapolis
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Ensured program compliance with all corporate and government requirements and directives.
- Interpreted and implemented written procedures to ensure compliance with corporate and government standards.
- Investigated security violations and prepared reports for corporate and customer.
- Conducted counterintelligence assessments to assist in making clearance determination decisions for military candidates.
- Investigated security violations and compiled detailed reports for corporate and customer review, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Generated employee and guest badges, identification cards, and card access control badges.
- Maintained lock and key records and processed visit authorizations for employees and guests to gain access to restricted areas.
- Verified accuracy of information prior to issuing security clearances.
- Implemented federal security regulations that apply to company operations.
- Read, interpret, and implement written procedures to maintain compliance.
- Obtained rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations for compliance with regulations from government agencies.
- Conducted security education and awareness briefings, audits, and internal self-inspections to enhance organizational security posture.
- Managed mission system operations
Project Coordinator
INTREN
Bowie
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Coordinated and negotiated job/site visits to align with project timelines.
- Coordinated schedules for lineman.
- Coordinated schedules for linemen.
- Tracked jobs placed in service, ensuring accurate charges for time and equipment expenses.
- Managed front office and performed all administrative tasks.
- Managed all onboarding for new hires walking them through the onboarding process.
- Managed all IT equipment requests.
- Assessed utility issues and projected completion dates to fulfill company requirements.
- Tracked inventory for all equipment needed for jobs and time it took to complete the job.
Marketing Account Manager
AltaVista Strategic Partners
Glen Burnie
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Developed and delivered sales presentations to new clients, enhancing engagement and interest.
- Monitored and analyzed client services and sent out marketing campaigns, to help drive leads.
- Generated proposals and bids to help customers win new business.
- Created proposals and bids to assist customers in securing new contracts.
- Prepared and ran reports and analytics on each customer’s performance in Excel.
- Helped expand customer’s network through LinkedIn by making connections and sending messages.
- Monitored and analyzed client services while executing marketing campaigns, driving lead generation.
Account Executive, Mortgage Lender
Atlantic Financial
Annapolis
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Generated leads through cold calling to secure customers for refinancing or purchasing.
- Monitored and updated loan statuses throughout the process to ensure timely closings.
- Formed positive and trustworthy relationships with clients as we explored financial options that best suited their needs.
- Developed marketing materials to effectively promote business offerings.
- Self-generated leads and cold-called to obtain customers for refinancing or purchasing.
- Maintained accurate records of loan applications and documents.
- Created and designed marketing materials to promote business.
Account Executive, Mortgage Lender
NewDay USA
Fulton
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Guided customers through the loan process from initial application to closing and helped them reach their goals.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships through positive attitude, exceptional communication, and timely responses.
- Analyzed financial data and credit reports to determine loan eligibility, maintaining a 95% accuracy rate and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Obtained licenses in 14 states to qualify for loan origination.
- Licensed in 14 states and passed the NMLS SAFE Exam required to originate loans.
- Executed loans averaging $500k monthly, contributing to overall sales performance.
- Developed and maintained expertise in qualified and non-qualified mortgage loan products, processing procedures, and underwriting guidelines.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of available qualified and non-qualified mortgage loan products, processing procedures, and underwriting guidelines.
- Updated the loan pipeline daily so the status of each loan is reflected properly and moving along in the process accordingly.
Regional Technical Sales & Account Manager
Fibergrate Composite Structures
Dallas
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Identified customer needs and preferences; gathered feedback to tailor product recommendations.
- Generated new sales by establishing a rapport with new customers and working closely with outside sales representatives.
- Developed and maintained operational partnerships with customers to enhance collaboration and service delivery.
- Provided excellent customer support by communicating effectively, orally and in writing, with new and existing clients and outside sales representatives.
- Created new sales opportunities by establishing rapport with customers and collaborating with outside sales representatives.
- Compiled relevant documentation to facilitate order placements. to build and place orders / change orders with qualified customers.
- Received and entered purchase orders into an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that included modules for manufacturing, financial, project estimating, and distribution.
- Organized and prioritized service requests to ensure timely product completion. to finalize products efficiently.
- Maintained and established processes and procedures to increase overall workflow.
Director of Operations
Sentry Lacrosse
Dallas
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Directed the women’s club lacrosse program by coordinating and supervising women’s teams, camps, and clinics in the Dallas area.
- Ensured financial accountability by acting with prudence when managing the budget for all events.
- Managed budget for all events with a focus on financial accountability and resource optimization.
- Negotiated contracts with team sport suppliers to secure cost-effective solutions and meet scheduling requirements.
- Assessed booking trends to optimize inventory for camps and clinics.
Director of Operations
Towson University
Towson
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed day-to-day office operations, utilizing Microsoft Word and Excel to support various projects for coaching staff and players.
- Negotiated with equipment suppliers to align team equipment needs with budget constraints and enhance product availability.
- Actively managed daily/weekly/monthly inventory needs and ordered equipment according to current demand.
- Facilitated communication between athletic department marketing staff and coaching team to streamline game activities.
- Coordinated all recruiting visits for incoming recruits providing detailed itineraries and flight information via email and written correspondence.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial tracking for team camps to ensure proper allocation of resources.
- Liaison with the athletic department marketing staff for all game activities.
Education
B.S. - Criminal Justice
Towson University
Towson, MarylandSkills
- Subcontract administration
- FAR/DFAR compliance
- Subcontract management
- Cost analysis
- Risk mitigation
- Contract management
- Cost negotiation
- Supplier relationship management
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI
Ci Poly Adj
01/01/24
Veterans Preference
None
Personal Information
Citizenship: United States of America
Timeline
Senior Subcontracts Administrator
Northrop Grumman Corporation
06.2025 - Current
Principal Supply Chain Subcontracts Specialist
Northrop Grumman Corporation
07.2022 - 06.2025
Assistant CPSO/ Security
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2022 - 07.2022
Special Security Officer
US Government
01.2019 - 12.2022
Project Coordinator
INTREN
09.2018 - 01.2019
Marketing Account Manager
AltaVista Strategic Partners
03.2018 - 09.2018
Account Executive, Mortgage Lender
Atlantic Financial
08.2017 - 03.2018
Account Executive, Mortgage Lender
NewDay USA
08.2016 - 08.2017
Regional Technical Sales & Account Manager
Fibergrate Composite Structures
09.2015 - 08.2016
Director of Operations
Sentry Lacrosse
05.2015 - 12.2015
Director of Operations
Towson University
07.2014 - 07.2015
B.S. - Criminal Justice
Towson University