Frederick D. Washington
Procurement Manager
Jackson,MS
Summary
Procurement professional prepared for this role with history of streamlining purchasing operations and driving cost savings. Known for fostering teamwork and consistently meeting organizational goals. Adaptable and reliable with strong negotiation skills and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
06.2022 - Current
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand departmental needs, developing tailored procurement solutions that met their requirements while minimizing costs.
Procurement Buyer
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Issuing purchase orders for materials, matching purchase orders with invoices and verifying delivery schedules
- Coordinated with various departments and assisted in procurement of materials
- Assisting requester(s) with various issues dealing with the procurement process.
- Assisted with finding alternate sources and provided substitutes as per requirement
- Prepared reports to be presented to purchasing manager and ensured achievement of objectives
- Provided optimal level of customer services and ensured compliance to hospital regulations
Inventory and Supply Technician II
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Manage and maintain all stock and supplies in various OR areas
- Assisting in daily activities
- Replenishing stock/supplies on a daily basis
- Assisting with clinical staff to ensure stock levels and inventory
- Contact suppliers in order to schedule or deliveries and to resolve any shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems
- Ordering daily supplies and special requisitions from the clinical staff
- Verify all incoming receiving items and distribute them to the proper location
- Track and logged frozen and non-frozen tissue within Trackcore
- Prepare, also maintain, and review purchasing files, including reports and all price lists.
Associate Store Manager
Uncle Bob’s Self Storage (Life Storage)
Jackson, MS
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Responsible for assisting the Store Manager
- Responsibilities include renting spaces, preparing rental agreements, handling financial transactions and banking activities, maintaining a working knowledge of all product and services, maintaining general curb appeal, cleaning spaces, other duties as assigned by the Store Manager
Business Manager
Washington Masonry, Inc.
Jackson, MS
01.1997 - 01.2008
- Verified proper completion and accuracy of timesheets
- In charge of payroll and issuing paychecks
- Developed and issued Invoices for accurate billing of work and materials
- Performed secretarial duties as needed
- Reviewed material needs
- Ordered and distributed materials to bricklayers for job completions
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Jackson State University
01.2008
Master’s Degree - Leadership
Belhaven University
01.2015
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Centralized Decision Making
- Issue Resolution
- Windows-based Software Packages
- Lawson Management Systems
- WorkDay
- Trackcore
- Epic
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Poised Under Pressure
- Interpersonal Skills
- Inventory Control
- Mathematical Modeling
- Complex Instruction Following
Timeline
Procurement Manager
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
06.2022 - Current
Procurement Buyer
University of Mississippi Medical Center
01.2018 - 06.2022
Inventory and Supply Technician II
University of Mississippi Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2018
Associate Store Manager
Uncle Bob’s Self Storage (Life Storage)
01.2008 - 01.2009
Business Manager
Washington Masonry, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2008
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Jackson State University
Master’s Degree - Leadership
Belhaven University
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