Kateryna Parnell
Alpharetta,GA
Summary
Experienced Procurement Specialist with a proven track record in optimizing procurement processes, strategic sourcing, and managing supplier relationships. Demonstrates strong analytical skills in conducting market analysis to drive cost reductions and efficiency improvements. Adept at navigating complex purchasing environments to meet operational needs and budget requirements. Excels in collaborating across departments to support project development and company growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist III
Campos EPC
Atlanta, GA
10.2021 - Current
- Managed the entire procurement process using Deltek, ensuring timely order placement and accurate inventory control.
- Spearheaded negotiations with suppliers, achieving budget compliance without compromising on quality or operational needs.
- Led the evaluation and selection of suppliers, streamlining the bidding process for large-scale projects.
- Evaluated and researched suppliers and processed orders for purchases through new contracts and competitive bids.
- Provided guidance on sourcing decisions related to product specifications, materials selection and vendor selection criteria.
- Creating and handling RFI, RFP, and RFQ for large projects, including technical and commercial aspects.
- Coordinate review of technical and commercial bids from vendors, and assist with determination as to which contracts will be awarded.
- Collaborated with other departments, such as finance, logistics, IT, engineering, or production teams, during the development phase of new projects.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies related to procurement procedures and practices.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
- Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, invoices, check requests and other documents related to the accounts payable cycle.
- Reviewed, logged, and approved vendor invoices.
Procurement Administrative Coordinator
Colonial Pipeline Company
Alpharetta, GA
02.2019 - 10.2024
- Coordinated internal meetings, including scheduling, logistics, and catering.
- Provided administrative support to various departments within the organization.
- Created expense reports using company software applications.
- Developed successful filing system to increase ability to retain and recover documents, reports and records.
- Worked with finance department to file receipts and reimbursements.
- Generated status reports for senior management activities critical to meeting project and departmental goals.
- Managed daily office operations, including supply inventory and maintenance requests, to maintain an efficient work environment.
- Evaluates vendor proposals to ensure that all requirements are met.
- Assist with requisitions, purchase orders, project budget tracking, invoice management, and accounts payable-related duties.
- Match, approve, and process up to 150-200 invoices daily.
- MTR's review and attachment to Oracle, and sending overdue MTRs weekly to vendors; PO's acknowledgment attachments to Oracle daily.
- Maintain the Contract management system by reviewing contracts for accuracy, coordinating the execution of the documents, and entering the data into the system.
AP/Procurement Specialist
Colonial Pipeline Company
Alpharetta, GA
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Processed, prepared, and matched invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures. Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision, up to 200 daily, utilizing Imaging System and Oracle software.
- Establish effective relationships with suppliers through communications on missing invoices, credits/rebills, incorrect invoices, etc.
- Review employee expense reports to confirm compliance with company policy.
- Reconciled vendor statements, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
- Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
- Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policy guidelines.
- Conducted periodic reviews of vendor accounts to identify opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.
- Verified vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
- Kept detailed records of accounts payable by creating reports and updating vendor balance sheets.
- Worked with purchasing group to resolve purchase order matching issues.
- Verified, classified, computed, posted and recorded accounts payable data and reconciled daily totals to confirm proper accounting.
- Supported senior leadership by producing month-end closing reports and advising on remittance for quick resolution.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration, Accounting
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Institute of Energy Saving And Energy Management
National Technical Institute of Ukraine
Ukraine07-2008
Master of Arts - Class Piano
School of Music And Art
Ukraine06-2003
Skills
- Proficiency in Deltek, Oracle, General Ledger, More4Apps
- Strategic Sourcing
- Price Negotiation
- Vendor Management
- ERP Software ( Deltek, Oracle, General Ledger, More4Apps)
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Compliance Monitoring
Timeline
Procurement Specialist III
Campos EPC
10.2021 - Current
Procurement Administrative Coordinator
Colonial Pipeline Company
02.2019 - 10.2024
AP/Procurement Specialist
Colonial Pipeline Company
11.2018 - 02.2019
Associate of Science - Business Administration, Accounting
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - Institute of Energy Saving And Energy Management
National Technical Institute of Ukraine
Master of Arts - Class Piano
School of Music And Art
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