Ben Cross
About Ben Cross
Ben Cross serves as a Subcontracts Administrator II at UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in procurement, contract negotiation, and project management, supported by an MBA from Penn State University.
Work at UCAR
Ben Cross has been employed at UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research since 2015. He currently holds the position of Subcontracts Administrator II, a role he has occupied since 2021. His responsibilities include providing subcontracting-related guidance and managing procurement processes. Prior to his current position, he served as Subcontracts Administrator I and Software Lead from 2018 to 2021, and as Buyer II from 2017 to 2018. His involvement in the RFP processes is a key aspect of his role, contributing to the efficient management of contracts and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Ben Cross holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Penn State University, where he studied Business and Project Management from 2017 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations from Colorado State University-Global Campus. His expertise includes drafting and negotiating procurement contracts and conducting compliance reviews, which are essential skills in his current role at UCAR.
Background
Ben Cross began his career in the medical device industry, working as a Medical Device Technician at Great Basin Scientific from 2008 to 2010. He progressed to roles such as Technician Lead and Manufacturing and Quality Manager from 2010 to 2012, and later served as Procurement and Supply Chain Lead from 2012 to 2014. His diverse background in both technical and managerial roles has provided him with a solid foundation for his current work in subcontract administration.
Previous Positions at Great Basin Scientific
Before joining UCAR, Ben Cross held multiple positions at Great Basin Scientific. He worked as a Technician Lead and Manufacturing and Quality Manager from 2010 to 2012, followed by a role as Procurement and Supply Chain Lead from 2012 to 2014. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of supply chain dynamics and quality management, which are relevant to his current responsibilities.