Resourceful Contract Associate known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possesses specialized skills in contract negotiation, compliance monitoring, and risk management. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful contract administration and positive stakeholder relations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Murata Machinery USA
Phoenix, AZ
02.2023 - Current
Coordinated travel arrangements, team scheduling, and HR activities for 100+ members.
Monitored project progress, data reporting, budget/expense management, identified risks, and took corrective actions as needed.
Oversee logistic management for the US and international divisions, to ensure smooth transitions.
Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
Saved company over 30% per year with innovative process to arrange the travel and correcting lodging receipts and coordinating better rates directly with vendors.
Coordinator and Interpreter
Iwakuni city Hall
Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi, Japan
10.2017 - 12.2021
Recruited USA Softball Women's National Team and USA Fencing National Team for Tokyo 2020 Olympics pre-camp at Iwakuni city, Japan.
Wrote Contracts between teams and Iwakuni city in English and Japanese from scratch.
Organized team schedule, catering services by selection menu items, negotiating prices, monitored both teams' satisfaction levels throughout the duration of camps.
Developed detailed event plans between teams, city and US military base in Iwakuni and timelines to ensure successful execution of camps.
Translated/coordinated for both teams between 2017 and 2021 for success of pre-camps and interacting with city citizens, US military members and their family.
Purchasing Agent/Contracting Officer
US Air Force Base
Kadena Town, Okinawa, Japan
04.1998 - 09.2005
Prepared documents such as contract modifications, change orders, delivery orders, task orders.
Ensured that all contracts were compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
Managed vendor disputes effectively utilizing problem solving skills while protecting US Air Force Support Squadron's interest.
Conducted research on potential suppliers to identify new sources of materials or services.
Negotiated and executed contracts with vendors to secure goods and services at competitive prices.
Maintained accurate records of all purchase orders, contracts, invoices, bids, quotes, and other related documents.
Ensured timely delivery of purchased items by managing vendor relationships, tracking orders, and resolving issues.
Supervised a staff of four and trained newly hired purchasing agents in the section.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - English And Spanish
California State University, Northridge
Northridge
Associate of Arts - English and Business
Okinawa Christian Junior College
Okinawa, Japan
Skills
Warranted Contracting officer for largest revenue-generating Morale Welfare and Recreation Program in the US Air Force
Problem-Solving
Multitasking and Excellent Communication
Project Planning and process Improvement
Organizational Skills
Certified Microsoft Office Specialist
Certified CompTIA Security
Full fluency in English and Japanese
Accomplishments
Board member of Okinawa International Women's Club (2011-2013)
Volunteer as translator for US military member in Japan (2005-2015)
18 Service Squadron Employee of the Year (over 2000 employee)
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Murata Machinery USA
02.2023 - Current
Coordinator and Interpreter
Iwakuni city Hall
10.2017 - 12.2021
Purchasing Agent/Contracting Officer
US Air Force Base
04.1998 - 09.2005
Some College (No Degree) - English And Spanish
California State University, Northridge
Associate of Arts - English and Business
Okinawa Christian Junior College
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