Keisha Freeman
Manassas,VA
Summary
Results-oriented Certified Procurement Operations Specialist (CPOS) with over 5 years of experience in procurement and vendor management within the construction and waste disposal industries. Proven expertise in soliciting bids, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships to secure favorable terms and drive cost savings. Adept at overseeing purchase orders, inventory management, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to support seamless project execution.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Manager
S.W. Rodgers Company, inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Manage procurement for construction materials and equipment, placing over 200 orders monthly to ensure seamless project operations
- Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships, securing favorable terms that improve material quality and delivery times
- Solicit bids from multiple vendors to evaluate pricing and service quality, ensuring competitive pricing and value for the company
- Utilize project management tools to monitor procurement activities, adjusting timelines as needed to maintain project schedules
- Oversee purchase order creation and job cost alignment, supporting accurate budgeting and enabling cost-effective project management
- Maintain detailed warranty logs and documentation, ensuring compliance with company standards and reducing potential warranty disputes
Purchasing Agent
American Disposal Services inc.
01.2018 - 05.2023
- Directed purchasing activities for waste disposal operations, coordinating with vendors to secure necessary equipment and services, resulting in uninterrupted operations
- Solicited and evaluated bids from vendors, negotiating competitive pricing and terms to meet operational requirements
- Created and managed purchase orders using accounting software, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely payment processing for vendors
- Built and maintained relationships with new suppliers, onboarding an average of 10 vendors monthly to expand sourcing options and improve material availability
- Collaborated with internal teams to align procurement efforts with operational timelines, ensuring smooth delivery of materials and meeting project deadlines
Education
BBA - Acquisition and Contract Management
Strayer University
01-2026
Skills
- Project management
- Purchasing
- Pricing
- Contracts
- Acquisitions
- Negotiation
- Vendor Management
- Sourcing
- Leadership
- Attention to detail
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
Certification
Certified Procurement Operations Specialist (CPOS) | Next Level Purchasing
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
S.W. Rodgers Company, inc.
01.2023 - Current
Purchasing Agent
American Disposal Services inc.
01.2018 - 05.2023
BBA - Acquisition and Contract Management
Strayer University
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