JOANNA VALDEZ
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven Purchaser with a proven track record of effectively managing procurement processes and optimizing supply chains. Experienced in vendor management, negotiation, and strategic sourcing to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions. Skilled in analyzing market trends, developing sourcing strategies, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to enhance profitability and efficiency. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines and exceed organizational objectives. Seeking to leverage expertise in procurement and purchasing to contribute to a dynamic and growth-oriented organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Specialist Internship
Mayo Clinic
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked within the Procure to Pay team to manage purchase orders that were invoiced but not received (INRs).
- Investigated causes of INRs by communicating with suppliers and end-users.
- Contributed to a 50% decrease in INRs by identifying and addressing root causes.
- Provided insights to Mayo Clinic on why INRs were occurring to improve processes.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
Government Purchaser/ Procurement
U.S Navy
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Proactively identified and expedited the order of critical, high-value parts, preventing a mission delay and ensuring operational readiness
- Managed inventory levels of government-purchased materials, ensuring accurate ordering and timely delivery to meet project deadlines
- Liaised with government agencies to facilitate procurement processes and approvals for necessary items and supplies while negotiating for better pricing
- Conducted regular quality control checks on received items to verify quantity and quality, minimizing discrepancies and avoiding delays
- Maintains contact with customers to ensure items purchases are properly distributed to requesters, monitoring orders, deliveries, and timely delivery dates
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing, track shipments, and maintain strong supplier relationships to streamline procurement processes
- Prepared purchase orders, quotes from different vendors with best pricing, and invoice reconciliation
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
Procurement Specialist
U.S Navy
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Implemented new inventory management system, resulting in a 20% increase in accuracy and efficiency
- Coordinated transportation of goods to various locations, reducing overall shipping costs by 15%
- Tracked shipments and resolved any issues or delays in a timely manner to ensure on-time delivery
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize supply chain processes and streamline logistics operations
Inventory Manager
U.S Navy
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Implemented inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and minimize excess inventory
- Coordinated transportation and distribution of products, ensuring timely delivery and efficient utilization of resources
- Streamlined warehouse operations by efficiently loading, unloading, and distributing supplies to designated departments, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
Education
Bachelors - Supply Chain Management
American Public University
West Virginia10-2025
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School
Bloomington, CA06.2015
Skills
- Financial compliance
- Strong Communication Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Managing budget
- Business Team Oriented
- 5 Years Managing People
- Customer Service Focused
- Workload prioritization
Certification
- Administrative Service Manager, United Service Military Apprenticeship Program, 10/01/22
- Computer Operator, United Service Military Apprenticeship Program, 07/01/23
- Governmentwide Commercial Purchase Card, DAU, 06/01/23
- Simplified Acquisition Procedures, DAU, 05/01/24
Custom Section
Top Security Clearance
Experience with Oracle
Experience in Aviation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Operations Specialist Internship
Mayo Clinic
12.2024 - 05.2025
Government Purchaser/ Procurement
U.S Navy
05.2022 - 12.2024
Procurement Specialist
U.S Navy
09.2019 - 04.2022
Inventory Manager
U.S Navy
02.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelors - Supply Chain Management
American Public University
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School
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