Lisa A. Griffin
Purchasing
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Seasoned, multi-faceted professional adept at strategic sourcing and fostering vendor relationships. Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement department by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting process enhancements at the Civil District Court Clerk's Office. My expertise in process improvement and data management, combined with a strong ability to solve problems and collaborate with teams, has consistently driven project success, produced high quality outputs, and reduced cost.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Purchasing
Orleans Parish Clerk of Civil District Court
04.2016 - Current
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problem solving.
- Maintain complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities to verify purchase requisitions and AMEX charges.
- Computed and created purchase order forms to ensure accuracy. Minimized errors and delays in deliveries and reduced processing time.
- Track delivery status of outstanding purchase orders, provide updates to relevant departments.
- Analyzed data for cost reduction opportunities. Identified new suppliers and expanded the vendor base.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Manage and update database of supplies to monitor stock levels. Improving accuracy and accessibility.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational policies during all stages of procurement activities.
Staff Manager/Licensed Realtor
Jewel of the South
01.2010 - 03.2016
- Spearheaded various projects from inception to completion, successfully meeting all deadlines and exceeding customer expectations.
- Established quality assurance practices to evaluate contactor's performance and ensure high-quality residential rehab services.
- Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, and developed marketing material to create new business opportunities and secure construction contracts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes, and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Collaborated closely with senior executives to identify areas of improvement in interdepartmental workflows for better organizational efficiency.
Analyst
Verizon Wireless
10.2005 - 12.2009
- Improved staff efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increase efficiency.
- Supported departmental managers in their efforts to consistently meet or exceed performance targets through regular progress monitoring and guidance.
- Leveraged advanced analytical tools to accurately forecast industry trends and inform strategic decision-making processes accordingly.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stockouts, ensuring timely replenishment of critical items.
Education
Master of Science - Public Policy
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA 09.2019 - 05.2021
Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Villanova University
University Alliance Online 05.2007 - 12.2010
Graduate Certificate - Contract Management
Villanova University
University Alliance Online 10.2006 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA 08.1981 - 05.1986
Skills
Order tracking
Strategic sourcing
Scheduling
Process improvement
Inventory management
Data organization
Vendor relationship management
Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Analytical skills
Demand forecasting
Multitasking
Affiliations
Junior League of New Orleans
Links Incorporated – Crescent City Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. – New Orleans Alumnae Chapter
Timeline
Master of Science - Public Policy
Georgia Institute of Technology
09.2019 - 05.2021
Purchasing
Orleans Parish Clerk of Civil District Court
04.2016 - Current
Staff Manager/Licensed Realtor
Jewel of the South
01.2010 - 03.2016
Graduate Certificate - Project Management
Villanova University
05.2007 - 12.2010
Graduate Certificate - Contract Management
Villanova University
10.2006 - 12.2006
Analyst
Verizon Wireless
10.2005 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science
Xavier University of Louisiana
08.1981 - 05.1986
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