JANET R. COLEMAN
Perkiomenville,PA
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in strategic procurement planning, contract negotiation, and supplier performance monitoring. Proven track record in managing procurement activities for multiple grants and achieving significant cost savings.
Diligent Procurement Professional with robust background in procurement management and strategic sourcing. Successfully negotiated contracts and built solid supplier relationships to ensure seamless supply chain operations. Demonstrated ability in cost reduction and inventory management, showcasing strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Client Relationship Associate
Vanguard (USA)
08.2025 - Current
- Handles inbound client calls and resolve account issues
- Provides online guidance and complete administrative tasks when notified of a client’s passing such as placing restrictions to secure decedent’s information and assets.
- Familiarity with different investment account types (IRA, Individual, trust accounts) and understanding the basic rules and regulations governing the different account types.
- Managed department call volume of 30 calls per day.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through proactive communication and personalized service.
Procurement Officer
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
10.2021 - 04.2025
- Coordinated fully compliant procurement systems and operating procedures.
- Assessed effectiveness and efficiency and recommend improvements.
- Contributed to ensuring compliance with CRS procurement principles, standards, policies, donor regulations, and local statutory requirements.
- Coordinated local and international travel for staff and consultants.
- Managed calendar and coordinated monthly meetings.
- Served as secretary (minute taker)
- Managed end-to-end procure to pay processes.
- Successfully managed procurement activities for more than five (5) grants (USAID, Irish Aid, LDS, World Bank) simultaneously and met all important deadlines
- Successfully managed the Global Fund GC6 Grant procurement processes in alignment with the donor’s guideline.
- Purchased over $400,000.00 worth of procurement within two weeks to meet project closure deadline.
- Successfully negotiated contracts with key suppliers, achieving significant cost savings and mitigating risks
- Received a good audit score from internal and external auditors including the LFA
Finance Clerk
United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted in proper control of the supporting documents for payments and financial reports for NEX projects, and payment execution.
- Proper receipting of goods and services and establishment of accruals
- Prepared routine correspondence, faxes, memoranda, and reports in accordance with the Country Office SOP.
- Uploaded payments to the Ecobank OMNI platform for approval.
- First female to run the pay circle at UNDP Liberia. I earned a record of no error.
- Properly processed deposits, withdrawals and payments.
- Managed and documented all transactions.
- Managed financial transactions, ensuring compliance with UNDP policies and procedures.
- Processed invoices and reconciled accounts to maintain accuracy in financial records.
Finance Assistant
Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (UNFAO)
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Ensured that the Asset Register of the country is complete and up to date.
- Prepared asset depreciation reports and advised on the plan of action for asset disposals.
- Provided weekly update of GPS reports and control of the biometric access to FAO Country Rep.
- Created vouchers in GRMS and contract extensions in coin.
- Managed vehicle GPS system and minimized fuel waste by monitoring over speeding by drivers and fuel reload.
Finance Assistant/Receptionist
USAID/Kaizen Company (Learning Links Project)
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Prepared vouchers and checks for office payments and cash receipts Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial reports with the Project Administrator
- Uploaded payments (including staff bi-weekly salary) to Ecobank OMNI Platform for Country Director’s approval.
- Maintained a calendar of programmatic events.
- Received certificate for outstanding administrative support in Organizing the “Day of the girl Community event”
- Managed all Finance activities within one week of employment while recruitment was ongoing for the Project Finance Administrator.
Finance/Admin
USAID/CNFA-LADA
12.2016 - 09.2017
- Ensured all project financial transactions are allowable, reasonable, and allocable and within the established financial management policies of CNFA/LADA & USAID
- Maintained accurate financial records in the manual and electronic accounting systems.
- Ensured safekeeping of program monies, stamps, official receipts, requisitions, check books, local purchase order books, and all other accounting documents.
- Managed the project financial & inventory. Only lady assigned at the Nimba Filed Office.
Finance Officer
PLAN International
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Processed Payment Vouchers and Journal Vouchers through GL on time and in accordance with the New Operation Manual
- Encoded accounting entries in accordance with the accrual accounting and SAP Manual
- Counter-checked all advances and liquidations prior to the preparation of checks for advances
- Created a system for petty cash which was adopted by the Organization
Account Officer
AMINATA & SONS INC.
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Monitor the daily affairs of the minimart.
- Make Cash Payments/Receive Payments
Executive Assistant
PLAN International
04.2014 - 06.2014
- Provided administrative support to all departments.
- Scanned, copied, and filed agency contracts.
- Performed secretarial duties for the Country Director
- Issued checks, and made follow-ups on documents actioned by the Country Director
Audit Trainee
Parker & Company LLC (Certified Public Accountants)
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Provided administrative support to all departments.
Education
MBA - Finance
Cuttington University, Graduate School And Professional Studies
Monrovia, Liberia01.2023
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Purchasing & Supplies
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
Hybrid10.2019
Post-Graduate Diploma - Public Procurement
University of Liberia
Monrovia, Liberia01.2018
BBA - Accounting
Stella Maris Polytechnic University
Monrovia, Liberia01.2015
Skills
- Procurement strategy development
- Effective contract negotiation
- Monitoring supplier effectiveness
- Market analysis expertise
- Inventory control
- Conflict resolution
- End-to-end procurement management
- Accurate minute recording
- SAP software proficiency
- Proficient in QuickBooks
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Digital procurement management
- Proficient in e-filing systems
- Travel logistics management
- Proficient schedule organization
- Results-driven mindset
- Client requirement analysis
- Effective negotiation strategies
- Client engagement
- Proficient in CRM software
- Account management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
- Exhibits professionalism in high-stress situations
- Excellent communication
- Skilled in digital tools and technologies
- Clear and concise communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Effective problem resolution
- Professional phone communication
Accomplishments
First female to run the pay circle at UNDP Liberia. I earned a record of no error.
Managed vehicle GPS system and minimized fuel waste by monitoring over speeding by drivers and fuel reload.
Received certificate for outstanding administrative support in Organizing the “Day of the girl Community event”
Managed all Finance activities within one week of employment while recruitment was ongoing for the Project Finance Administrator.
Managed the project financial & inventory. Only lady assigned at the Nimba Filed Office.
Created a system for petty cash which was adopted by the Organization
Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Collaborated with team in the development of projects.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Internal transfers & Disposal UNEFAO Training Center, Accra
Languages
French
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Client Relationship Associate
Vanguard (USA)
08.2025 - Current
Procurement Officer
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
10.2021 - 04.2025
Finance Clerk
United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
09.2019 - 06.2021
Finance Assistant
Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (UNFAO)
01.2019 - 09.2019
Finance Assistant/Receptionist
USAID/Kaizen Company (Learning Links Project)
09.2017 - 02.2018
Finance/Admin
USAID/CNFA-LADA
12.2016 - 09.2017
Finance Officer
PLAN International
01.2015 - 12.2016
Account Officer
AMINATA & SONS INC.
08.2014 - 12.2014
Executive Assistant
PLAN International
04.2014 - 06.2014
Audit Trainee
Parker & Company LLC (Certified Public Accountants)
10.2013 - 03.2014
MBA - Finance
Cuttington University, Graduate School And Professional Studies
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Purchasing & Supplies
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
Post-Graduate Diploma - Public Procurement
University of Liberia
BBA - Accounting
Stella Maris Polytechnic University
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