Hi, I’m
Samuel Jayakumar
Saint Leo,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with nearly five years of experience in development, administration, and purchasing operations. Demonstrated ability to manage large datasets and coordinate successful fundraising strategies while executing impactful engagement initiatives. Strong communicator and leader skilled in CRM, strategic planning, and operational efficiency. Aiming to leverage expertise to drive results in consulting and hospitality sectors.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Saint Leo UniversitySaint Leo, USA
Graduate Assistant – Alumni Engagement
08.2023 - 04.2025
Job overview
- Supported university advancement in administrative duties related to fundraising, development, and engagement.
- Managed a database of over 100,000 alumni records using Raiser’s Edge NXT, ensuring data accuracy and segmentation.
- Led content strategy and social media operations for the Engagement Office.
- Maintained the exclusive global alumni platform, Saint Leo Connect, to foster alumni connections.
- Collaborated with the Directors of Engagement, Development, Advancement Services, and the VP of University Advancement.
- Assisted the University President on advancement-related special projects.
- Played a key role in raising funds through CRM tools and strategic communications.
- Contributed to the planning and execution of engagement and fundraising events.
Grace AssociatesBengaluru, India
Purchasing Executive
06.2021 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Managed procurement activities to ensure quality sourcing and timely delivery of materials
- Negotiated contracts and built strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers
- Streamlined supply chain operations to reduce costs through alternative sourcing strategies
- Vendor Invoice Management
Education
Saint Leo UniversitySaint Leo, FL
Master of Business Administration from Supply Chain Global Integration Management
05.2023 - 05.2025
University Overview
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
- Member, Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
- GPA: 3.9
Garden City UniversityBengaluru, India
Bachelor of Business Administration from Business Analytics
06.2018 - 06.2021
University Overview
- Certified Big Data Engineer | IBM Watson Studio
- Awards: IBM Mastery Award, IBM Explorer Award
- GPA: 3.84 / CGPA: 8.59
St. Joseph's Pre-University CollegeBengaluru, India
High School Diploma
05.2018
Sishu Griha English SchoolBengaluru, India
Secondary Education
05.2016
Skills
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Supply Chain Management and Optimization (SCM/SCO)
- Strategic Planning and Project Management
- Fundraising and Donor Engagement
- Social Media Strategy and SEO
- Content Management Systems (CMS)
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Software: Blackbaud's Raiser's Edge NXT
- Software: Brandwatch
- Software: Gravyty
- Software: IBM Watson Studio
- Software: MS Office Suite, and G Suite
- Software: Zoom and Teams
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Big Data Engineer – IBM
- IBM Mastery Award
- IBM Explorer Award
- Certificate in Business Strategy – University of Illinois (Coursera)
- NEP Implementation Certificate – India
Leadership And Community Engagement
- Co-Planted a church and serve as Director of Worship and Pastor-in-training.
- Actively mentor and minister to young adults across Tampa Bay, providing academic, career, and spiritual guidance.
- Passionate about missions, music, hospitality, and positive social impact through innovative business practices.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Kannada
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Performing Musician
- Active Recreation
- Cooking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graduate Assistant – Alumni Engagement
Saint Leo University
08.2023 - 04.2025
Saint Leo University
Master of Business Administration from Supply Chain Global Integration Management
05.2023 - 05.2025
Purchasing Executive
Grace Associates
06.2021 - 04.2023
Garden City University
Bachelor of Business Administration from Business Analytics
06.2018 - 06.2021
St. Joseph's Pre-University College
High School Diploma
Sishu Griha English School
Secondary Education
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