Samantha Selby
Eunice,USA
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Administrator with a proven track record at Targa Resources, adept in supplier negotiation and procurement software proficiency. Leveraged expertise in Microsoft Office and Oracle Financial Cloud to streamline procurement processes, achieving significant efficiency improvements. Excelled in fostering supplier relationships and mentoring teams, demonstrating exceptional leadership and organizational skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Administrator
Targa Resources
Jal, NM
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted market research to identify potential vendors and products.
- Maintained records of procurement activities, including invoices, payments and deliveries.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the purchasing department.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to delivery.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Reviewed and approved vendor invoices.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Processed invoices for payment in a timely manner according to established procedures.
Plant Administrator
Targa Resources LLC
Jal, New Mexico
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Served as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including clients and partners.
- Prepared presentations using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Negotiated materials with suppliers to remain within budget.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for raw materials needed in production process.
- Updated databases with new employee information, job changes and terminations.
- Answered telephones to take messages or redirect calls to appropriate colleagues.
- Developed strategies for optimizing workflow efficiency within the plant facility.
- Handled correspondence, including drafting emails, memos, and reports for senior management.
- Compiled data from multiple sources into comprehensive reports for management review.
- Developed and maintained databases for tracking projects, clients, and financial records.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements.
Gas Plant Operator
Targa
Jal, NM
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Adjust process parameters to maintain optimal operating conditions and maximize production.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors and customers regarding technical matters.
- Monitored unit readings, plant readings and line boards feeding plant operations.
- Operated equipment following corporate and manufacturer procedures.
- Monitor equipment for abnormal operations or malfunctions.
- Completed lockout and tag out procedures to protect workers during dangerous procedures.
- Operate valves, pumps and compressors to control the flow of gases in pipelines or tanks.
- Start up and shut down gas processing systems according to established procedures.
- Responded to alarms and implemented timely resolutions to situations.
Coating Foreman
Strike
Goodluck, KY
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Responsible for managing a crew of 10 Painters
- Scheduling and executing work lists of over 200 welds to be completed in a specific scope of work and time for a specific project
- Mixing, Testing, and completing paint requirements to work within OSHA regulations for burying pipe
- Responsible for all paperwork before, during and after inspection, to keep official records of approved completion
- Attended all Jobsite wide meetings to coordinate with all General foreman on timing and completion of work
- Assisted project planning and assessed potential conflict to meet established timeline deadlines
- Conferred with senior project managers on job progress and reported periodically on daily activity and production status, to ensure timely completion of work
- Mentored crew members, fostering skill development and promoting safe working environment
- Maintained, cleaned and repaired company equipment daily, to ensure all safety standards were met
- Conducted team meetings to discuss new work processes and customer feedback
- Stacked and labeled raw materials using forklifts and labeling machines
- Developed accurate production schedules by estimating worker hour requirements for completion of job assignments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Theological Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2026
Associate of Science - Business
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KansasSkills
- Proficient working within the following applications: Maximo, OFC (Oracle Financial Cloud), UKG, Concur, Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with Power BI, ISN world, Service Now, Holman fleet management
- Purchase order processing
- Supplier relationship management
- Procurement
- Accounts payable
- Data organization
- Procurement software proficiency
- Vendor engagement
- Supplier negotiation
- Contract negotiation
Accomplishments
U.S. Army, Served 4 years, 1995-1999 as an Active-duty soldier, stateside and overseas as a 67U Chinook Helicopter mechanic., Combat Lifesaver certification., Dunker training / open water survival certification., M-16 range certification, Expert.
Additional Information
Heavy equipment operator: Proficient at operating Forklifts, skid steers, Man Lifts and Tractors. Have some experience with Backhoes, Articulating dump trucks, Excavators, and Front end loaders.
Hobbies and Interests
- Cowgirl
- Author
- Artist
Languages
Spanish, Conversational
Affiliations
- Enjoy riding and competition with horses.
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Certified Nurses Assistant
- Hunter safety certified
- Handgun safety certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement Administrator
Targa Resources
07.2024 - Current
Plant Administrator
Targa Resources LLC
04.2022 - 07.2024
Gas Plant Operator
Targa
04.2019 - 04.2022
Coating Foreman
Strike
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Certified Nurses Assistant
- Hunter safety certified
- Handgun safety certified
Bachelor of Science - Theological Studies
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Business
Hutchinson Community College
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