Procurement & Contracts Officer with nearly 6 years of experience managing procurement processes and negotiating contracts. Proven ability to deliver cost savings and build strong supplier relationships. Skilled in optimizing procurement processes Strategic Procurement & Contracts Engineer with over 5 years of experience in contract negotiation, procurement optimization, and property insurance. Proven expertise in vendor negotiation, cost-effective solution implementation, and property management, emphasizing quality service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Technician Assistant
Walgreens Pharmacy
10.2024 - Current
Process sales transactions, manage inventory, handle payments, and ensure compliance with regulations for restricted drugs.
Provide excellent customer service by assisting with inquiries, operating pharmacy systems for prescription tasks, and maintaining store organization.
Reduced wait times for patients by swiftly processing insurance claims and troubleshooting any issues that arose.
Managed patient records with strict attention to confidentiality laws, ensuring that sensitive information was securely stored and handled.
Streamlined record-keeping processes by regularly updating patient profiles with accurate information on allergies or prescription changes.
Enhanced customer service with effective communication, addressing inquiries and concerns with patience and understanding.
Updated computer system with current customer, payment and inventory information.
Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
Procurement & Contracts Officer
Stratum Owner Association Management Services LLC
05.2018 - 01.2024
Built and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in a 15% reduction in procurement costs ensuring adherence to procurement policies and promoting long-term collaborations.
Reviewed and processed various purchase requests for maintenance services and improvements ensuring alignment with organizational needs and cost-efficiency.
Analyzed vendor proposals based on pricing quality and delivery timelines and provided recommendations to senior management for decision-making.
Managed procurement budgets ensuring all projects adhered to financial guidelines and met organizational objectives.
Prepared and issued tender documents including Requests for Proposals and Invitations for Bids facilitating an efficient vendor selection process.
Led the renewal process for contracts ensuring compliance with company policies and timely contract execution.
Oversaw insurance policies for properties conducting cost-effective comparisons and managing renewals on schedule.
Collaborated with finance teams to allocate and code procurement requisitions ensuring accurate budget tracking and funding management.
Cultivated professional relationships with key supplier contacts.
Reviewed proposals for Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), building improvements, and maintenance.
Issued LPOs, purchase orders, and work orders for reactive jobs, ensuring competitive pricing and quality service delivery.
Negotiated with vendors and suppliers, achieving significant cost savings on procurement expenditures.
Evaluated vendor proposals based on price, quality, and delivery timeframes.
Prepared annual budgets for all projects and assisted in RERA (Dubai) documentation. Awarded and signed contracts within approved budgets.
Ensured timely renewal or termination of expiring contracts.
Developed bidding documents, including requests for proposals (RFPs) and invitations for bids (IFBs).
Recommended successful bidders to management for final contract award decisions.
Monitored Strata Insurance for all properties, ensuring policy renewal through comparative insurance policy quotes.
Managed a portfolio of contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
Coordinated closely with finance teams to evaluate budgets associated with proposed contracts; ensured alignment between financial resources available and overall project goals.
Collaborated with legal counsel to address complex contractual issues, minimizing potential liabilities for the company.
Strengthened vendor relationships through effective communication, fostering mutual trust and collaboration in contractual matters.
Drafted, reviewed and revised contracts for accuracy and completeness.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
11.2016
Skills
Procurement and Contract Management
Vendor Management & Document control
Proposal/Quote Evaluation and Bid Analysis
Contract Negotiation and Renewals
Budget Preparation and Management for Procurement Projects
Procurement Software Expertise
Customer Service and Client Relations
Problem-Solving and Team Collaboration
Compliance with Procurement Policies
LPO or Purchase/ Job/ Work Order Management
Supplier relationship management
Vendor evaluation
Negotiation
Cost analysis
Analyzing data
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician Assistant
Walgreens Pharmacy
10.2024 - Current
Procurement & Contracts Officer
Stratum Owner Association Management Services LLC
05.2018 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Mechanical Engineering