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Jon Czapla

@jonczapla

I negotiate technology and SaaS contracts, delivering savings and stronger supplier agreements across complex procurement portfolios.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking an Information Technology Procurement Specialist role where I can use strategic sourcing, software contracting, and supplier management to support innovative healthcare solutions that improve lives.

I've delivered over $1.2M in negotiated savings at FIRST by leading strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract optimization, and cost-control initiatives across technology, SaaS, cloud, professional services, and HR.

I manage procurement from requirements development through sourcing, RFQs and RFPs, proposal evaluation, negotiation, contract execution, renewals, and supplier performance. I work closely with stakeholders, Legal, and domestic and international suppliers to build agreements that balance cost, quality, service, risk, and business needs.

At the Defense Logistics Agency, I led complex federal acquisitions as a Warranted Contracting Officer and developed long-term contracts, large purchases, small-business set-asides, 8(a), CBRN, and critical safety-item procurements. I've also improved procurement systems and workflows, supported EBS user testing and training, and advised leadership on operational enhancements.

I'm pursuing an Information Technology Procurement Specialist role where I can apply strategic sourcing, software contracting, and supplier-management experience to support innovative healthcare solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

FIRST

Jan 2022 - Jul 2026 (4 years 6 months)

Achieved $1.2M in bargained savings through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract optimization. Led sourcing and procurement across Technology, SaaS & Cloud, Professional Services, and Human Resources, managing the full procurement lifecycle.

Strategic Sourcing Supplier Negotiation Contract Optimization Cost Control SaaS Cloud Computing RFQ RFP MSAs SOW NDA NetSuite Supplier Relationship Management

Procurement Contracting Officer (GS 11)

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land & Maritime

Sep 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 3 months)

Oversaw complex government acquisitions including planning, solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, awarding, and administration in accordance with FAR. Served as a Warranted Contracting Officer with authority up to the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.

FAR Government Contracting Acquisition Planning Negotiation Contract Administration Small Business Set Asides 8(A) Contracting CBRN CSI Analytics

Program Manager (GS 12)

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land & Maritime

Sep 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year)

Supervised the College Intern Program by developing recruitment and training plans, negotiating resources and schedules, and evaluating effectiveness. Developed and implemented comprehensive workforce and training plans for 35 interns across 3 disciplines.

Program Management Recruitment Training Workforce Planning Analytics Communication Skills

Procurement Analyst (GS 12)

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land & Maritime

Jun 2016 - Sep 2017 (1 year 3 months)

Led as the lead analyst for the Enterprise Business System (EBS) long-term contracting platform, driving process improvements and supporting user training and testing. Advised senior leadership on procurement system enhancements and conducted training and briefings.

Procurement Systems EBS Process Improvement User Training Testing Analytics Stakeholder Management

Procurement Contracting Officer (GS 11)

Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC)

May 2010 - Jun 2016 (6 years 1 month)

Responsible for the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and objectives for the procurement of goods and services according to FAR. Directed high-dollar complex government acquisitions from planning through contract award and administration.

FAR Acquisition Planning Solicitation Negotiation Contract Award Contracts Small Business Set Asides 8(A) Contracting CBRN CSI Analytics

Procurement Specialist (GS 7/9)

Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC)

Feb 2008 - May 2010 (2 years 3 months)

Performed contract negotiations, pricing analysis, and procurement actions to prepare and award government contracts in accordance with federal acquisition regulations. Conducted contract negotiations and analysis to prepare awards with proper regulations, terms, and conditions.

Contract Negotiation Pricing Analysis Procurement FAR Government Contracting