An accomplished contracts professional with many years of experience in the field, John Oppedisano currently works as the director of contracts with the Land Systems division of General Dynamics Corporation in Woodbridge, Virginia. In this capacity, he oversees 100 employees across seven departments and serves on the executive management team of the business unit. In addition to holding a seat on the company’s Council on International Trade Compliance, John Oppedisano provides strategic guidance to the firm as it develops both its short-term and long-term strategies. As a member of the management team at General Dynamics, John Oppedisano has overseen more than 24 prominent subcontracts valued at over $1 billion. As a result of his efforts, the program established business relationships with over 500 suppliers in six countries and saved some two percent, or $20 million, in costs. Mr. Oppedisano also plays an integral role in the firm’s congressional relations division, which includes lobbying and program inquiries. A contract administrator since 1987, John Oppedisano holds membership in such professional organizations as the National Association of Purchasing Management, the National Contract Management Association, and the Society for International Affairs.
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BDPA Enriches the Lives of Local Youth through Music and Performance
Director of Contracts and Procurement at General Dynamics Corporation, John Oppedisano is responsible for overseeing daily operations, and contributes to the company’s short- and long-term planning. In addition to his work at General Dynamics, John Oppedisano maintains an involvement in drum corps and serves on the board of directors at Blue Devils Performing Arts. Created in 1957, Blue Devils Performing Arts (BDPA) uses the universal language of performing arts and music to encourage youth to move past racial, generational, and social barriers in order to connect with others and with their own culture. With several different programs for men and women between the ages of 8 and 21, BDPA provides a way for local youth to enrich their lives by performing around the world and experiencing music. The BDPA offers several programs to young individuals, and provides all costumes, instruments, and instruction needed for those who support the organization through a small annual fee. The Blue Devils A Drum and Bugle Corps program is for individuals aged 17 to 21. As the most decorated corps in Drum Corps International’s history, A Corps competes worldwide every year. For younger members, the BDPA also offers the Blue Devils B Drum and Bugle Corps, and the Blue Devils C Drum and Bugle Corps, which are for ages 14 to 21 and 8 to 14, respectively. Members of the B and C Corps participate statewide across various counties. Furthermore, the BDPA has a Diablo Wind Symphony program and Winter Guard program that provide positive learning environments and expand youth experience outside of just music and into other performing arts areas.
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John Oppedisano- General Dynamics Corporation, Land Systems
Part of the National Contract Managers Association, and the National Association of Purchasing Managers, John Oppedisano possesses 25 years of experience in procurement, international contracts, export and import controls, and subcontracts. Since 1999, John Oppedisano has performed as director of contracts for General Dynamics Corporation.
A division of General Dynamics Combat Systems group, General Dynamics Land Systems produces tracked and wheeled military vehicles for America and its allies. Offering “the best value across the full spectrum of combat systems,” this company designs, creates, and produces remarkable equipment. Dedicated to Securing Our Future, it promotes troop safety and efficiency while staying cost effective.
The products available from General Dynamics Land Systems subscribe to the three tenets of strength, speed, and survivability. Its battle tanks, light armored vehicles, and MRAP (mine resistant ambush protected) vehicles play a crucial role in modern warfare. One of its most notable items, the Abrams tank, has served as the US Army's primary battle tank since 1980. However, the firm remains committed to modernization, and its vehicles possess state-of-the-art integrated weapons, communications, and robotic systems. To read more about its innovations, log onto www.gdls.com.
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John Oppedisano - General Dynamics, NCMA-Certified Contracts Director
For over 25 years, John Oppedisano has worked as a government contracts and procurement manager. Most recently he has served as the director of contracts in the Land Systems Division of General Dynamics Corporation in Woodbridge, Virginia. As a highly experienced supply-chain management professional for U.S. defense-related sales and procurement, both inbound and outbound, John Oppedisano is a long standing member of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA). The NCMA is the world’s largest membership-driven association for business managers and administrative professionals working in the contract-management field. Established in 1959 and representing nearly 22,000 members worldwide, the NCMA offers rigorous training, qualification exams, and certification in five main areas: professional contracts, federal contracts, commercial contracts, defense industry, and federal industry certification. NCMA members enjoy access to the World Conference on Contract Management, discounts on training and certification exams, subscriptions to Contract Management magazine and the Journal of Contract Management, job referrals, and advocacy in the local legislature.
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An accomplished contracts professional with many years of experience in the field, John Oppedisano currently works as the director of contracts with the Land Systems division of General Dynamics Corporation in Woodbridge, Virginia. In this capacity, he oversees 100 employees across seven departments and serves on the executive management team of the business unit. In addition to holding a seat on the companyâs Council on International Trade Compliance, John Oppedisano provides strategic guidance to the firm as it develops both its short-term and long-term strategies.
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