Reem Kaloumeh
Riverside,CA
Summary
Organized professional known for effective vendor relationship management, product tracking and obtaining the most cost effective pricing. Smart Procurement Specialist with an in-depth knowledge of supply chain forecasting and planning.
Detail-oriented Procurement Specialist proudly offering over 8 years' experience in tracking and managing orders from the vendor through to the consumer. Hardworking professional known for finding the best price on goods. Attentive to deadlines in fast-paced environments.
Focused on locating materials, researching suppliers and overseeing bidding processes. Excellent relationship-manager and organizer with a systematic approach and solid communication skills. Familiar with procurement processes and requirements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Coordinator
MTN Communications
Damascus, Syria
09.2002 - 09.2010
- Assisted in the development of procurement policies and procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed.
- Negotiated pricing with vendors to ensure cost savings for the company.
- Performed research to identify potential suppliers that offer quality products at competitive prices.
- Created purchase orders, tracked shipments and ensured timely delivery of goods.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and processed payments in a timely manner.
- Maintained vendor relationships by responding promptly to inquiries and resolving any issues or discrepancies quickly.
- Analyzed supplier performance data to evaluate current vendors and identify new sources of supply.
- Researched industry trends and monitored competitor activities related to purchasing strategies.
- Coordinated with other departments on project-specific purchasing needs.
- Conducted market analysis to determine trends in pricing, availability, and delivery times of products or services purchased by the organization.
- Developed detailed reports on procurement activities including budget tracking, spending analysis.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders on special projects such as strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Provided support during contract negotiations with suppliers regarding terms, conditions, pricing, payment schedules.
- Ensured compliance with legal requirements related to purchasing processes.
- Implemented process improvements designed to streamline procurement operations.
- Served as a liaison between vendors and suppliers and internal customers when necessary.
- Prepared requests for proposals for goods or services required by the organization.
- Managed day-to-day operations within the department including staff scheduling and training.
- Participated in trade shows or conferences as needed to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Negotiated and finalized vendor contracts in order to optimize pricing structures and delivery schedules.
- Assessed department needs and implemented plans for sourcing supplies.
- Cultivated productive relationships with suppliers and maintained open communication.
- Stayed up to date on market trends, prices and vendor options.
- Developed relationships with vendors to gain best terms for procurement, refurbishing and rebuilding machinery and equipment.
- Gathered, input and analyzed data to evaluate trends and make proactive adjustments to policies.
- Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners.
- Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
- Entered order details into system and inputted updates accordingly using [Software].
- Reviewed and approved vendor invoices.
- Investigated and analyzed client complaints to identify and resolve issues.
- Added new vendors and products into system and keyed in special shipping codes when needed.
- Drove customer feedback to deliver information to management for corrective action.
- Provided product shipment logistical support and quality control by coordinating with vendors, resulting in increased revenue.
- Decreased spending, locating new suppliers by networking at industry markets, purchasing and designing cost-effective products and reviewing samples.
- Diminished merchandise production down time, ensuring quality control while verifying assembly and creating new packaging.
Office Assistant
Panasonic Service Centre
Damascus, Syria
10.1999 - 08.2002
- Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.
- Assisted with special projects as needed by researching information on the internet or through other sources.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track expenses and other financial data related to the office budget.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Answered phone calls and welcomed visitors to office.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Maintained business records by updating customer information.
- Collected payments, issued receipts and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Checked office supply levels, anticipated needs and placed orders for appropriate stock levels.
- Collected and coded various documents to prepare for filing, storage and processing.
- Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.
- Proofread and corrected correspondence and reports for error-free documentation.
- Operated photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines and personal computers.
- Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually or using computer.
- Copied, sorted and filed records of office activities and business transactions.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.
- Collected and entered payment data into system, maintaining complete confidentiality and accuracy.
- Completed work schedules, managed calendars and arranged appointments.
Secretary
Construction raw materials
Damascus, Syria
11.1997 - 09.1999
- Provided administrative support to the office manager and other staff members.
- Organized and maintained executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements and conference calls.
- Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
- Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
- Processed invoices for payment; tracked payments received from vendors and clients.
- Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
- Sorted mail and distributed it to appropriate personnel or departments within the organization.
Education
Google Data Analytics - Data Analysis
Google Career Certificate
Riverside, CA09.2023
Associate Degree in Accounting - Accounting
Damascus University
Damascus, Syria05.1997
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Bid Process Management
- Supplier Research
- Vendor Sourcing
- Supplier Relationships
- Reporting Requirements
- Vendor Relations
- Trend Analysis
- Contract Negotiations
- Document Preparation
- Report Writing Skills
- Knowledgeable in [Software]
- Paperwork Management
- Writing and Verbal Communication
- Product Tracking
- Purchasing
- Telephone and Email Etiquette
- Shipment Verification
- Price Negotiation
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Cost Calculation
- Order Placement
- Effective Communication
- Order Preparation
- Purchase order creation
- Price negotiation
- Price dispute resolution
- Vendor relationship management
- Supplier relationships
- Report writing skills
- Vendor sourcing
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Richard Branson
Timeline
Procurement Coordinator
MTN Communications
09.2002 - 09.2010
Office Assistant
Panasonic Service Centre
10.1999 - 08.2002
Secretary
Construction raw materials
11.1997 - 09.1999
Google Data Analytics - Data Analysis
Google Career Certificate
Associate Degree in Accounting - Accounting
Damascus University
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