Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Amy Murphy

Amy Murphy

Pahokee,FL

Summary

Experienced professional prepared to contribute to dynamic organization. Proven track record of optimizing vendor partnerships and streamlining procurement processes. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments, leveraging negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Vendor Relationship Manager/Project Manager

Compex Legal Services
06.2021 - Current
  • Reduced vendor cost per billed primary order by 8 percent year to year
  • Transformed operational structure to 70 percent offshore/30 percent onshore of three operational processing, realizing overall cost savings in excess of $2 million annually
  • Effectively managed relationships with four vendors, overseeing a workforce of 800 individuals and a monthly budget exceeding half a million dollars
  • Implemented strategic vendor management strategies resulting in improved service quality, cost savings, and streamlined operations
  • Negotiated MSAs and SOWs; Coordinated all vendor cyber security/HIPAA requirements; Maintained vendor BCPs
  • Delivered three major projects and a variety of small projects on time.
  • Strengthened vendor relationships by maintaining open communication and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.

Project and Office Manager

New Perspective Mental Health
03.2019 - 06.2021
  • Spearheaded the transition of the company from a single-source provider to a comprehensive mental health and therapy facility
  • Successfully navigated strategic changes prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, including orchestrating the relocation to a new facility and implementing a remote service model
  • Coordinated essential COVID relief efforts, collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate operational disruptions and maintain service quality
  • Led the recruitment process for adjunct professionals.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.

Project and Office Manager

Unique Pavers Design
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of a small paver installation company, ensuring efficient workflows and timely project completion (average of 12 ongoing projects at all times)
  • Generated approximately five sales estimates weekly and effectively closed 88 percent of sales leads
  • Managed end-to-end order processing, payment handling, and coordination of paver schedules
  • Coordinated installation schedules, aligning resources and manpower to meet project milestones and client expectations.

Accounting Project Manager

Integrated Property Management
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Supervised a staff of five and either handled personally or oversaw more than 140 homeowners association accounts
  • Prepared and developed quarterly financial review presentations to the association Boards
  • Prepared annual budgets for each association and managed the budget review and approval process.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in accounting project management techniques.
  • Increased efficiency in financial reporting through the automation of data entry tasks.

Marketing Project Manager

Hole Montes, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Handled all marketing and public relations tasks, including rebranding the organization and introducing materials to main and three satellite offices
  • Prepared new business proposals and sales presentations for both government and private projects
  • Represented the firm with Chamber of Commerce and other community organizations.

Event and Training Program Manager

LaBov & Beyond Marketing Communications
01.1996 - 01.2000
  • Managed account team and projects for clients primarily in automotive field
  • Projects included new vehicle launch ride and drive events, training videos and out-of-country training trips
  • Responsible for project and account profitability, client satisfaction and employee retention.

Education

B.S. - Accountancy

Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN
05.1992
Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Marketing Minor, Communications Minor, Outstanding Student, College of Business, 1992, Student Union Board, 1989 - 1992, President, Student Union, 1992, Kemper Scholar, 1988-1992

Skills

  • Strong goal-focused leader
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Contract negotiation and management
  • Budgeting and financial management
  • Risk management and mitigation
  • Performance management
  • KPI tracking
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Excellent communication skills

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP), 3790503, 03/17/27
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
  • Certified Instructional Designer and Facilitator, Langevin Learning Services

Timeline

Vendor Relationship Manager/Project Manager - Compex Legal Services
06.2021 - Current
Project and Office Manager - New Perspective Mental Health
03.2019 - 06.2021
Project and Office Manager - Unique Pavers Design
02.2018 - 03.2019
Accounting Project Manager - Integrated Property Management
01.2004 - 01.2008
Marketing Project Manager - Hole Montes, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2004
Event and Training Program Manager - LaBov & Beyond Marketing Communications
01.1996 - 01.2000
  • Project Management Professional (PMP), 3790503, 03/17/27
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
  • Certified Instructional Designer and Facilitator, Langevin Learning Services
Valparaiso University - B.S., Accountancy
Amy Murphy