Pornjarus Sukhapiwat Lefavi

Remotely support MORU to implement the NetSuite Inventory module, prepare information for Inventory Committee Meeting, workshop, BRD, SOP, support testing, development, and set up of systems across all departments/units and support system to go live.

• Successfully managed procurement activities for the laboratory, Unit, Network research sites, and major collaborators, overseeing a substantial annual budget exceeding US$7 million
• Sourced and acquired a wide range of supplies, including laboratory, medical, IT, and office supplies, as well as service maintenance
• Worked collaboratively with department staff to ensure selected products or services met prioritized criteria such as price, safety features, environmental qualifications, and functional capabilities
• Researched and analyzed potential services, vendors, and products to secure the best price and quality
• Negotiated terms, pricing, quality requirements, and contracts with vendors, approved new vendors and maintained relationships while continually scouting for additional vendors
• Developed, amended, and approved standard operating procedures for Purchasing, Supplier Management, Receipt of Goods and Services, Logistics, and Fixed Asset Management
• Implemented efficient procedures for raising PRs and issuing POs for urgent orders, high-value laboratory equipment, and service contracts
• Managed office renovations, overseeing aspects like office design, raw materials, equipment specifications, contract agreements, negotiation of costs, and coordination with suppliers, university officers, and the finance department
• Resolved discrepancies and transaction errors between purchase orders and vendor invoices before forwarding them to the Finance Department
• Liaised with the Finance Department for timely payment of bills
• Reviewed monthly purchase outstanding orders, new fixed asset registration, and inventory adjustments
• Ensured a smooth supply chain for laboratory supplies and specimens, including inbound-outbound shipments and inland transportation to network research sites and major collaborators
• Collaborated with the Oxford purchasing team to place orders through the Oxford University system, establishing a yearly shipment schedule and ensuring timely delivery to Thailand
• Managed the hiring process for purchasing and logistics staff, including resume reviews, phone interviews, and in-person interviews
• Supervised a team of seven employees, providing training, coaching, and delegating assignments
• Conducted induction programs for new purchase requisitioner and purchasing and logistics officers
• Advocated for the needs and concerns of the team, facilitating communication and collaboration to resolve issues or conflicts
• Managed the fixed assets database, coordinating yearly physical counts, and supervising subordinates in disposing of fixed assets
• Maintained clear documentation and an audit trail of procurement activities to ensure transparency and accountability
• Made decisions regarding the utilization of procure-to-pay, fixed asset, and inventory modules in a new ERP software.

• Responsible for data entry of patient records and assisted in administrative, procurement, and logistics functions.

• Handled daily administrative tasks, prepared meeting minutes, and managed inter-department communication.

• Planned, organized, and controlled food and beverage service operations for events.

• Assisted customers with basic computer problems, maintained inventory, and scheduled PC deliveries.

• Assisted sales manager, handled accounts receivable, and managed inventory control.

• Managed bookkeeping, cash advance, payroll, accounts receivable, and bill collections.