BRIANA SUKDAO
Clermont,FL
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with experience managing high-volume purchase orders, vendor relationships, and cross-departmental operations in construction and HVAC environments. Skilled in strategic sourcing, vendor negotiation, inventory management, contract creation and review, and process improvement to streamline procurement, reduce delays, and support multiple project teams. Committed to delivering efficient, compliant purchasing solutions and driving project success through effective resource coordination and operational excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Associate
Armstrong Air and Heating
Winter Garden, FL
10.2025 - Current
- Implemented a streamlined PO request process and developed a standardized company-wide template, improving efficiency, accuracy, and turnaround time.
- Coordinated procurement and delivery of construction materials to active job sites, aligning orders with project schedules to prevent delays.
- Served as a liaison between vendors, project managers, and field teams to resolve material availability, substitutions, and delivery issues.
- Managed and processed 80+ purchase orders daily, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and budget alignment.
- Maintained relationships with 30+ vendors and negotiated pricing and terms to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
- Supported multiple concurrent construction projects in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to schedule changes and urgent material needs.
- Provided purchasing support across six departments, which consist of AOR, Commercial, Electric, RNC, Multi-Family, and Service, ensuring consistent and efficient procurement operations.
- Developed and implemented a rental pricing comparison sheet to analyze multiple vendors and identify the most cost-effective options for rental equipment and containers.
SENIOR ASSOCIATE / PURCHASING ASSISTANT
88 Construction, LLC
Clermont, FL
12.2024 - 10.2025
- Coordinated end-to-end purchasing for multiple construction projects, including vendor communication, material ordering, and delivery tracking across job sites.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with 20+ suppliers, achieving cost savings while maintaining material quality.
- Monitored inventory and collaborated with project managers and field teams to ensure timely procurement and prevent project delays.
- Maintained and reconciled high-volume purchase orders, invoices, and contracts, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with budgets and timelines.
- Supported reporting and data analysis for project and client updates, enabling informed decision-making.
- Provided administrative and document support, including project records, tracking logs, and quality assurance activities.
TAX ASSOCIATE
PwC
Tampa, FL
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with Project Management to ensure timely execution of client deliverables and project timelines.
- Drafted and finalized client contracts for R&D services and Section 174 tax studies, ensuring compliance.
- Maintained proactive communication with clients to address needs, provide updates, and strengthen relationships.
- Managed client billing codes, streamlining invoicing and ensuring accurate charge allocations.
- Supported client engagement setup, ensuring proper documentation and smooth project initiation.
- Conducted Macro WIP analysis to track project progress and optimize resource allocation.
- Drafted and finalized client invoices, ensuring billing accuracy and alignment with project scope.
- Updated associate work hours for accurate tracking and timely reporting of time allocations.
- Created budgets for R&D and Section 174 studies, aligning resources with client objectives and regulatory needs.
- Consult engagement teams and clients on work ethic, project objectives, and goal alignment to ensure success.
MANAGER
EATCABANA RESTAURANT
Clermont, FL
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Processed an average of 100-200 orders daily, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
- Managed and organized inventory, maintaining stock levels and ensuring timely reordering to prevent shortages and optimize operational flow.
- Supervised a team of six employees per shift, providing leadership, training, and guidance to ensure smooth daily operations and high team performance.
- Managed payroll and tracked shift hours, ensuring accurate compensation and adherence to labor regulations.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts, contributing to talent acquisition by screening candidates and supporting interview processes.
- Co-managed the company's social media presence, creating and scheduling posts to engage customers and promote brand awareness.
CLERICAL ASSISTANT/ LEGAL ASSISTANT
DUTTON LAW GROUP
Orlando, FL
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Answer and direct phone calls, communicate with clients, and handle faxes.
- Draft legal documents (ex: Notice of Hearing, Discovery, Notice of appearance, etc..) settlement letters, and handled distribution of settlement checks.
- Manage the opening and closing of case files, and input billing information.
- Schedule hearings and meetings, and e-file documents with county courts.
- Organize and maintain file cabinets, and draft deposition, mediation, and hearing notebooks.
- E-file documents with county courts, along with Federal filing.
- Assist five (5) attorneys and two (2) paralegals daily.
- Serve documents to opposing counsel.
- Ran Hearing Notebooks to Court house and/or Opposing Counsel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Business
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2022
Associates of Arts Degree - General Studies
Valencia State College
Ocoee, FL06.2020
High School Diploma -
South Lake High School
Groveland, FL05.2019
Skills
- Project Coordination & Scheduling Support
- Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Purchase Order (PO) Processing
- Inventory & Material Tracking
- Order Tracking & Shipping Coordination
- Budget & Invoicing Management
- Pricing & Contract Negotiation
- Compliance & Documentation
- Workflow & Process Optimization
- Problem Solving & Time Management
- Procurement Software Proficiency
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Google Sheets
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Certification
- CNP - Certified Notary Public
- Business Specialist Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Purchasing Associate
Armstrong Air and Heating
10.2025 - Current
SENIOR ASSOCIATE / PURCHASING ASSISTANT
88 Construction, LLC
12.2024 - 10.2025
TAX ASSOCIATE
PwC
12.2023 - 12.2024
MANAGER
EATCABANA RESTAURANT
05.2023 - 09.2023
CLERICAL ASSISTANT/ LEGAL ASSISTANT
DUTTON LAW GROUP
01.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Business
University of Central Florida
Associates of Arts Degree - General Studies
Valencia State College
High School Diploma -
South Lake High School