Multi-faceted Logistics Specialist with solid history of streamlining operations and trimming cost. Reliable and results-driven supply chain manager delivering stellar aptitude for organization, superb people skills and reputation for utmost integrity. Eager to increase productivity and client satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Analyst II
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
05.2021 - Current
Determining hospital supply needs, managing supply and demand issues, researching potential new suppliers.
Acting as a liaison and communicating pricing and performance needs to vendors and suppliers, resolving issues using smart problem-solving techniques.
Spearheaded vendor risk assessment activities, mitigating potential disruptions within the supply chain network.
Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
Sourcing suppliers, administering purchasing from procurement to pay, resolving all issues with vendors/requesters, and analyzing data.
Preparing cost-benefit analysis reports for review by managers.
Working with multiple cross-functional teams for research, analysis, benchmarking, auditing proposes to develop procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals.
Monitoring supply and demand cycles to avoid supply shortages.
Negotiating non-category item pricing for products, services, and capital purchases.
Utilizing advanced data analytics tools to gain insights into procurement trends to inform decision makers.
Negotiating and reviewing contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms and conditions for the organization.
Transporter / Driver
Team One Transportation
01.2018 - 11.2021
Transported and delivered cargo freight for businesses coordinating outgoing shipments with logistics team and updating management as necessary of any changes with shipping.
Responsible for dealing with carrier issues and communicating issues to carriers that have arisen at the shipping facility that may delay loading and/or on time delivery.
Exhibited adaptability under changing conditions by adjusting routes and schedules to accommodate unforeseen circumstances, minimizing disruptions to the delivery process.
Contributed to a safe work environment by consistently following safety guidelines when operating vehicles or handling cargo materials.
Upheld compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing commercial transportation operations.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
Supported smooth facility operations by coordinating with warehouse staff on loading/unloading procedures and inventory management.
Maintained accurate logs of equipment deliveries and patient trips and submitted documentation at end of shift.
Participated in ongoing training sessions for professional development, staying current on industry trends and best practices for efficient transportation operations.
Security Officer
IPSC – Inner Parish Security Corporation
09.2020 - 05.2021
Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigated concerns.
Provided excellent customer service to clients while maintaining vigilance in addressing security concerns or issues that arose onsite.
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Responded to emergencies promptly, ensuring the safety of all individuals on site.
District Court Bailiff
Terrebonne Sheriff’s Office
09.2008 - 09.2016
Maintained order in the courtroom and provided escort and security for the judge, escorted inmates into courtroom.
Demonstrated professionalism as an official representative of the court system when interacting with various stakeholders both within and outside the courthouse setting.
Facilitated swift case processing by organizing and preparing legal documents for review.
Guaranteed successful execution of court orders by monitoring and assisting in the enforcement of judgments, fines, and other legal directives.
Upheld standard courtroom protocols by guiding witnesses through proper oath-taking procedure prior to testimony.
Increased accuracy in case documentation by diligently recording necessary information throughout hearings and trials.
Optimized time management for judges by maintaining up-to-date calendars of scheduled hearings, meetings, and conferences.
Reduced potential conflicts within the courtroom setting through proactive identification and intervention before issues escalated into disruption or disorderly conduct incidents.
Education
Master of Science: Criminal Justice -
Southern University and A&M College
05.2024
Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice -
Southern University and A&M College
09.2004
Skills
Microsoft Office 365, Oracle, Salesforce
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Supplier Relationship Management
Strategic Sourcing/Planning
Purchasing strategies
Budget Planning
Forecasting Techniques
Cost Analysis
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Procurement Analyst II
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
05.2021 - Current
Security Officer
IPSC – Inner Parish Security Corporation
09.2020 - 05.2021
Transporter / Driver
Team One Transportation
01.2018 - 11.2021
District Court Bailiff
Terrebonne Sheriff’s Office
09.2008 - 09.2016
Master of Science: Criminal Justice -
Southern University and A&M College
Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice -
Southern University and A&M College
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