Crystal Metcalf
Hollywood,MD
Summary
Seasoned Procurement and Supply Specialist with 20 years of experience in competitive and sole-source purchasing, contract negotiation, and materials handling within government frameworks. Proven ability to reduce storage costs through strategic warehouse optimization and improve team efficiency through effective leadership. Skilled in vendor relations, budget management, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in Microsoft Office and supply chain management software to ensure accurate records and efficient procurement processes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Specialist
US Coast Guard Surface Aquisition Logistics Center
11.2023 - Current
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing 20 employees during operations.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Monitored and replenished tools and reagents to enable smoother workflows and eliminate delays.
- Trained junior staff members in proper supply chain practices, enhancing their knowledge base and skill set for greater contributions to the team''s success.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization with effective storage and layout strategies, reducing overall storage costs.
Procurement Specialist
US Coast Guard Surface Acquisition Logistics Cente
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Led procurement efforts for high-value orders, managing over $13M in supply acquisitions supporting 5 different countries for Foreign Military Sales.
- Collaborated closely with strategic vendors and suppliers, adeptly negotiating contracts, securing competitive pricing, and cultivating enduring partnerships to establish a reliable and resilient supply chain, ensuring a consistent and cost-effective flow of resources.
- Maintained accurate records of procurement activities, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and Coast Guard policies.
Procurement Specialist
US Coast Guard FORCECOM
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Coordinated and provided essential resources and supplies to support traveling team members for successful conference participation.
- Ensured timely and accurate processing of student tuition payments, maintaining compliance with deadlines and improving payment efficiency
- Managed and optimized a $200,000 annual budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial goals supporting over 50 events providing training to multiple agencies
Reconciliation Account Specialist
US Coast Guard Base Boston
07.2013 - 07.2017
- Assisted in training new team members on reconciliation procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all operations.
- Supported audit processes by providing timely and accurate documentation related to account reconciliations.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by diligently reviewing account statements and identifying errors.
- Collaborated with internal teams to resolve accounting discrepancies and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, contributing to continuous improvement efforts within the department.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while handling sensitive financial information.
Support Specialist
US Coast Guard
08.2005 - 07.2013
- Multiple US Coast Guard Jobs supporting unit operations and supply to include shipping and receiving.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brownsboro High School
Brownsboro, TX05.2005
Skills
- Property & Material Management
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Forklift Operation
- Contract Negotiation
- Vendor Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Budget Oversight
- Compliance & Regulatory Adherence
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Strategic Thinking
- Problem Solving & Adaptability
- Leadership & Communication
Timeline
Supply Specialist
US Coast Guard Surface Aquisition Logistics Center
11.2023 - Current
Procurement Specialist
US Coast Guard Surface Acquisition Logistics Cente
06.2021 - 11.2023
Procurement Specialist
US Coast Guard FORCECOM
07.2017 - 07.2021
Reconciliation Account Specialist
US Coast Guard Base Boston
07.2013 - 07.2017
Support Specialist
US Coast Guard
08.2005 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Brownsboro High School
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