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Lauren Powell

Dallas

Summary

Results-driven procurement and compliance professional with extensive experience in vendor management, contract analysis, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in financial documentation, risk assessment, and process improvement within institutional environments. Expertise in bid evaluation, purchase order management, and ensuring adherence to federal and state procurement regulations. Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Oracle systems, and cross-functional collaboration to support organizational procurement objectives and compliance requirements.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Support

PTAA North Dallas
Dallas
08.2023 - Current
  • Managed procurement-related data tracking for educational program compliance, ensuring adherence to federal and state funding requirements and procurement regulations
  • Conducted vendor evaluation of educational technology suppliers (M-Class, Amplify, Renaissance) to support grant-funded procurement initiatives
  • Maintained structured documentation supporting compliance with procurement regulations for educational support programs and bond-funded projects
  • Developed specifications for customized educational materials, aligning procurement requirements with program objectives to maximize cost-effectiveness
  • Coordinated cross-functional collaboration with diverse stakeholder groups, managing supplier relationships and service delivery requirements

Investor Sales Analyst

Angel Oak Lending
Atlanta
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Ensured 100% compliance with investor and regulatory requirements for financial documentation, conducting thorough vendor due diligence and risk assessment
  • Partnered with business teams to streamline procurement workflows and documentation processes, improving compliance with federal procurement guidelines
  • Conducted bid evaluation equivalent reviews to assess risk and compliance adherence in financial transactions, ensuring contract compliance and funding eligibility
  • Managed purchase agreements with third-party vendors, negotiating terms to ensure acceptable quality and delivery standards

Purchase Clearing Analyst

Caliber Home Loans
Coppell
12.2019 - 01.2022
  • Implemented procurement process improvements, reducing processing cycle times by 30% through vendor management optimization and workflow enhancement
  • Spearheaded financial documentation audits, ensuring regulatory compliance with federal and state procurement requirements for loan transactions
  • Conducted comprehensive vendor evaluations on service portfolios, reducing regulatory suspensions through enhanced risk mitigation and contract management
  • Developed standardized procurement procedures and training manuals, increasing operational efficiency by 40% and ensuring specification compliance
  • Led cross-functional coordination with third-party vendors and internal teams, resolving 95% of contract discrepancies proactively through effective supplier relationship management
  • Designed compliance-focused training materials for purchase order processing, increasing team productivity by 40% and reducing documentation errors

Senior Document Specialist

Fay Servicing, LLC
Carrollton
08.2013 - 12.2019
  • Managed procurement documentation for over 500 financial transactions monthly, ensuring 100% adherence to compliance regulations and contract specifications
  • Led process improvement initiatives that enhanced vendor documentation tracking, reducing errors by 40% and improving audit preparedness for procurement activities
  • Provided compliance training to team members on procurement regulations, increasing accuracy in regulatory reporting and purchase order management
  • Conducted cost analysis and budget oversight for service agreements, optimizing vendor contracts and ensuring competitive pricing

Escrow Analyst

Aerotek - Fifth Third Bank
Oak Lawn
10.2012 - 08.2013
  • Designed quality control systems for procurement processes, reducing processing errors by 15% and enhancing vendor performance evaluation
  • Reviewed and verified over 1,000 contracts for compliance with financial and procurement regulations, reducing non-adherence issues by 20%
  • Implemented financial analysis frameworks to improve procurement compliance tracking and bid evaluation efficiency

Senior Loan Processor

JP Morgan Chase
Downers Grove
11.2011 - 03.2012
  • Conducted compliance reviews ensuring adherence to supplier guidelines and contract specifications, reducing defects by 30%
  • Managed financial documentation with strict adherence to procurement regulations and funding requirements, ensuring smooth purchase order processing
  • Coordinated vendor relationships and contract negotiations to optimize service delivery and cost-effectiveness

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

DeVry University
Addison, IL

Skills

  • Procurement & Vendor Management
  • Contract Negotiation & Analysis
  • RFP/RFQ Development & Evaluation
  • Bid Evaluation & Analysis
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Assessment
  • Microsoft Excel & Oracle Systems
  • Financial Analysis & Budget Oversight
  • Documentation Management
  • Construction Services Procurement
  • Bond Project Administration
  • Specifications Review & Development
  • Federal & State Procurement Regulations
  • Audit & Compliance Reporting
  • Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Cost Analysis & Price Negotiation
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel, Power BI)
  • Oracle Systems
  • Google Suite
  • Procurement Software
  • Contract Management Systems
  • Financial Analysis Tools
  • Audit & Compliance Reporting Systems
  • Vendor Management Platforms

Timeline

Teaching Support

PTAA North Dallas
08.2023 - Current

Investor Sales Analyst

Angel Oak Lending
03.2022 - 10.2022

Purchase Clearing Analyst

Caliber Home Loans
12.2019 - 01.2022

Senior Document Specialist

Fay Servicing, LLC
08.2013 - 12.2019

Escrow Analyst

Aerotek - Fifth Third Bank
10.2012 - 08.2013

Senior Loan Processor

JP Morgan Chase
11.2011 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

DeVry University

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