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Edwin Olson

Energizer · DISC type I
Barista/Consultant at Emerald Bay Espresso
📍 Tacoma, Washington, United States

Edwin is a highly motivated Senior Buyer and Contracts Specialist with over 30 years of experience in procurement, primarily with major firms like Honeywell and Northrop Grumman. A graduate of San José State University, he has managed portfolios exceeding $250 million annually. Colleagues describe him as diligent, thorough, and a creative team player.

Having recently relocated back to the West Coast, Edwin is actively seeking new career opportunities. He demonstrates versatility and a strong work ethic by currently working as a part-time barista. His public posts indicate a keen interest in national politics and current events.

This 30-year contracts veteran, accustomed to managing large-scale government subcontracts, is also currently employed as a barista.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Barista/Consultant
Location
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Personality Overview

How Edwin shows up

Relationship Oriented
Enthusiastic
Big Picture Person

They excel at seeing the bigger picture, and the long-term impact of their decisions. They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Priorities

Topics Edwin cares about

Government Contracting
Has extensive experience managing multi-million dollar IDIQ, CPAF, and FFP subcontracts for government partners like NASA and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Supplier Management
Highlights significant experience with the management of suppliers as a core competency throughout his 30-year career in procurement and purchasing.
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Career

Work history

2-2013
Barista/Consultant
Emerald Bay Espresso
2-2007 - 4-2011
Subcontract Administrator
Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc.
9-2006 - 2-2007
Senior Purchasing Specialist
Northrop Grumman
4-2006 - 9-2006
Consultant
Northrop Grumman Corporation Information Technology (NGCIT)
4-2006 - 4-2006
Proposal Specialist
Northrop Grumman Information Systems
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
BA
San José State University
AA
West Valley College
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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