Tyler Jordan
Rapid City
Summary
Seasoned Contract Manager with background in overseeing contract lifecycle from initiation to closure. Known for negotiating complex contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and managing procurement strategies. Strengths include risk management, relationship building across various sectors, and reducing company costs through effective contract negotiation tactics. Previous impact includes streamlined contracts process, enhanced supplier relationships and improved contractual terms benefiting organizational bottom line.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Manager
Black Hills Works
Rapid City
09.2025 - Current
- Managed contract negotiations to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
- Reviewed and approved contract terms for various purchase agreements.
- Trained staff on contract policies and procedures for better adherence.
- Evaluated vendor performance to maintain quality service levels consistently.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to address contract-related issues effectively.
State Trooper
South Dakota Highway Patrol
01.2023 - Current
- Promote public safety through education, enforcement, and example
- Assist citizens and visitors on the side of the road and after crashes
- Remained calm while responding to high-tension situations
- Developed written reports during and after police investigations and presented them in court
- Promote public safety through education, enforcement, and example
Contracting Officer
United States Air Force
Ellsworth AFB
04.2017 - 10.2022
- Maintained integrity of declining balance sheets, tracking $7.3 million in contracts.
- Conducted market research to ensure the customer was getting the items they needed at a fair and reasonable price.
- Displayed attention to detail by catching 15 deficiencies in contracts awarded.
- Valued integrity by presenting 6 undiscovered unethical issues to colleagues.
- Cooperated with engineering, manufacturing and corporate accounting to verify that quality standards were met, speeding up the construction completion by 16 days.
- Mentored 3 employees recognized for 8 awards during our time working together.
Education
B.A - Business Management
National American University
Rapid City, SD12.2021
Contract Management -
Community College of The Air Force
Rapid City, SD06.2019
Skills
- Problem Solver
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management
- Contract review
- Market research
- Contract compliance
- Communication
- Project Manager
Timeline
Contract Manager
Black Hills Works
09.2025 - Current
State Trooper
South Dakota Highway Patrol
01.2023 - Current
Contracting Officer
United States Air Force
04.2017 - 10.2022
B.A - Business Management
National American University
Contract Management -
Community College of The Air Force