Robin Mulkey
Corvallis,OR
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with extensive experience at Scripps Health and UCSD Health, and Educational Institutions and various Retailers, excelling in contract negotiation and vendor management. Proven track record in optimizing supply chain processes, enhancing inventory control, and fostering strong vendor relationships. Adept at utilizing ERP systems to drive efficiency and achieve cost savings while maintaining exceptional communication with stakeholders.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Specialist
Lemon Grove School District
San Diego, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Provides administration in purchasing goods and services for the District, Grants, and General Obligation Bond Projects.
- The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for a variety of technical duties in the purchase of District supplies, materials, equipment, and services: obtaining quotes, processing bids, public work projects, and reviewing purchase orders and specifications; ordering items by District policies and procedures; maintaining purchasing data and records; processing and monitoring current vendor contracts; and conducting staff training related to purchasing system operations as assigned.
Buyer II- Academics- College of Health and Human Services
SDSU
San Diego, CA
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Works equitably and effectively with the Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing and the Associate Director of Contracts to deliver on the operational and financial commitments of the Procurement Services department.
- Utilizes expertise in healthcare non-labor commodities and purchasing best practices to provide strategic direction to subordinate professional buyers.
- Uses available technology to optimize processes and monitor the performance of the department.
- Reviews customer specifications and vendor proposals/quotes to ensure compliance and make purchasing recommendations.
- Leads key negotiations.
- Maintains professional relationships with customers and vendors.
- Adheres to and models confidentiality and privacy standards.
- Validates purchase requisitions, participates in developing and soliciting bids, analyzes and evaluates responses, negotiates prices and other terms, monitors delivery, and maintains necessary records.
- Evaluates supplier reliability and performance and conducts key business reviews.
- Coordinates competitive and single/sole source procurements to meet required purchase dates and prepares required support documentation.
- Reviews and analyzes suppliers’ bids.
- Performs cost and/or price analysis.
- Represents the organization as the primary Purchasing authority.
- May represent the Director of Procurement Services in circumstances requiring Purchasing expertise/authority.
- Provide advice to internal stakeholders on purchasing matters.
- Ensures all department business is conducted by the California Public Contract Code, University of California standards for procurement, and internal policies.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Buyer III
UCSD Health
San Diego, CA
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Responsible for ordering specialty equipment and supplies (such as lasers) for OR cases.
- They are also responsible for receiving human tissue/biologic products and ensuring that the receipt and tracking are documented for all phases of storage.
- The OR Buyers also assist with RASMAS (the recall system for recalls on products, equipment, and instruments).
- They help review charge sheets for ATF POs and issue the PO.
- They work with charge capture, OR nursing, and our physicians to assist in consolidating products used in the OR.
- The Buyers assist with inventory stock and outdates, as needed.
- This position will assist with the Perioperative and Procedural Services Value Analysis Committee.
Materials Management Supervisor
Scripps Health
La Jolla, CA
04.2018 - 01.2023
- Technical, interpersonal and critical thinking skills that reflect the mission, philosophy and goals of the organization, is responsible for the day to day operational performance of supply chain management as it relates to inventory methodologies, perpetual inventories, supply chain policies, and financial processes so that cost containment and specialty items are consistently maintained for all non-labor supply areas, including Pharmacy.
- Supports senior leadership with all supply chain functions, such as supply standardization processes and working with charge capture throughout the hospital.
- Utilizes systems for PAR replenishment, analyzing what items need to be removed, adjusted, and utilizes systems to get results.
- Responsible for ensuring that the right product is available at the right time, which includes the Low-Unit-Of-Measure continuous PAR replenishment program, product review, forms management, Xerox, and other purchased services.
- Acts as subject matter expert for all official inventory and evaluates inventory levels, making adjustments to inventory min/max/reorder levels, safety stock, lead times, and inventory formulas to ensure sufficient supply to meet customers’ needs while maintaining targeted inventory turns.
Buyer
JCPenney/May Corp./ Belk Department Stores
05.1992 - 08.2017
- Created distinct assortments within private brands Denim, Outwear, and Swimwear while defining national brand presence to complement the assortment.
- Focused assortment presentations to stand for three big trends every season.
- Analyzed market trends to identify purchasing opportunities for merchandise.
- Negotiated supplier contracts to secure favorable pricing and terms.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability in stores.
- Collaborated with merchandising teams to align product selection with customer preferences.
- Coordinated with finance departments on budget planning for procurement activities.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine thebest source of supply.
- Managed inventory control systems to track stock levels, deliveries and related information.
- Implemented strategies for streamlining procurement processes resulting in improved efficiency and cost savings.
- Evaluated quotations received from prospective suppliers to award purchase orders.
- Assisted in developing sourcing plans by researching new products and suppliers that meet organizational requirements.
- Coordinated with thelegal department to ensure contracts met all regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to receipt, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Presented new merchandise ideas and campaigns to company executives and sales managers.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing/Management
Texas A&M at Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TXSkills
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management
- Supply chain optimization
- Inventory control
- Procurement program management
- Proposal evaluation
- Contracting policies and regulations
- Contract creation
- Contract proposals
- Pricing analysis
- Skilled negotiator
- Contract performance management
- Proposal preparation
- Contract terms negotiation
- Procurement strategies
- Vendor relationship management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Merchandising operations
- Purchase order management
Awards
1999 JC Penney Company Merchants Contest Winner, Selected out of 3,500 merchandise managers for having the best improvement in gross profit, sales, and visual presentation for the entire company. Rated in the top 5% of the entire company.
Strengths And Core Competencies
- Create and Review Requisitions
- Operations Management & Executive Leadership
- Formal and Informal Bidding
- Project management/Contract
- Prepare bids and quotes
- Detail Oriented
- Distribute PO’s to vendor
- Revenue Recognition & Revenue Management
- Business process modeling
- Oracle/Peoplesoft
- Advise District on CUPCCAA procedures
- Strong Client /Customer Service Skills
- Strategic Planning & Business Analytics
- Maintain warehouse inventory
- Advise districts on grant regulations
- Facilitate bid process, documents, timelines
- Maintain contract database
- Facilitate and calculate developer fees/studies
Relocation
Oregon, husband’s employer
Timeline
Contract Specialist
Lemon Grove School District
08.2024 - Current
Buyer II- Academics- College of Health and Human Services
SDSU
10.2023 - 05.2024
Buyer III
UCSD Health
01.2023 - 07.2023
Materials Management Supervisor
Scripps Health
04.2018 - 01.2023
Buyer
JCPenney/May Corp./ Belk Department Stores
05.1992 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing/Management
Texas A&M at Tarleton State University
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