Nancy McFarland
Guthrie
Summary
Experienced Procurement Specialist with over 20 years of experience in government purchasing. Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Talented leader with great skills in team building.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Oklahoma State Department of Education
04.2024 - Current
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function by identifying areas for optimization and proposing actionable recommendations.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
- Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing training and support on procurement best practices and software tools.
- Spearheaded adoption of e-procurement tools, resulting in improved process transparency and accessibility.
- Managed team developing requests for proposal and requests for information.
- Reviewed and approved contracts for agency specific solutions.
Procurement Specialist
Office Of Management & Enterprise Services
10.2021 - Current
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages and cutting costs.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits.
- Oversaw setup process for new item specifications and new vendor profiles in procurement system.
Contract and Acquisitions Agent III
Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
07.2006 - 09.2021
- Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information on products and services.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively addressing concerns and fostering a positive experience throughout all interactions.
- Facilitated training sessions for new agents, elevating overall team performance.
- Managed procurement contracts for the Forensic Science Center.
- Processed acquisitions for agency needs including requests for proposals and requests for information.
Education
The Universal Public Procurement Certification Council
2013
General Studies
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OKAssociate of Arts - Medical Business Billing System
DeMarge College
Oklahoma City, OK03.2002
High School Diploma -
American School of Correspondence
Lansing, IL05.1983
Skills
- Certified Procurement Officer (CPO II)
- Public Procurement Specialist (CPPB)
- Effective Sourcing Strategies
- Customer Relationship Management
- Performance Optimization
- E-Procurement Management
- Cooperative Team Dynamics
- Strategic Sourcing Expertise
- Competitive Bid Coordination
- Effective Team Manager
Affiliations
NIGP The Institute for Public Procurement OKAPP Oklahoma Association of Public Procurement
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Oklahoma State Department of Education
04.2024 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Office Of Management & Enterprise Services
10.2021 - Current
Contract and Acquisitions Agent III
Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
07.2006 - 09.2021
The Universal Public Procurement Certification Council
General Studies
Oklahoma City Community College
Associate of Arts - Medical Business Billing System
DeMarge College
High School Diploma -
American School of Correspondence
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