Saned Ziad
New York,NY
Summary
Procurement professional with experience in vendor risk assessment, contract management, and regulatory compliance within New York State guidelines. Demonstrates a proven ability to evaluate vendors, mitigate risk, and ensure financial accuracy and policy adherence. Brings strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a focus on cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and operational effectiveness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
NYS Division of Military and Naval Affairs
Fort Hamilton, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Manage high-volume financial transactions and reconciliations, including government purchase card activity and monthly expenditures, ensuring accuracy, audit readiness, and timely reporting
- Analyze quotes, pricing structures, and contractual agreements to identify cost risks, policy deviations, and potential liabilities, enabling informed approval decisions while ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with state guidelines.
- Conduct comprehensive vendor due diligence and risk assessments by evaluating financial credibility, contract terms, compliance status, and operational capability to ensure alignment with regulatory and organizational standards
- Developed a dynamic procurement tracking spreadsheet that streamlined sourcing, approval workflows, and status tracking, improving visibility and efficiency across procurement operations
Terminal Programmer
Sim Pay Tech
New York, NY
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and maintained secure POS (point of sale) software and credit card terminal applications.
- Integrated payment gateways and applications interface to streamline transaction processing.
- Ensured PCI (Payment card industry) compliance and implemented encryption for secure data transmission.
Network Communications Systems Specialist
1st Battalion 258th Field Artillery
New York, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Install and maintain secure communication networks, including voice, data, and video systems.
- Configure and manage routers, switches, and transmission systems for tactical operations.
- Train and supervise personnel in network operations and communication systems maintenance.
Command Post Controller
Joint Task Force Empire Shield
New York, NY
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Battle Tracking: Monitor service members movements, ongoing missions to provide situational awareness to commanders.
- Emergency Management: Respond to distress calls and emergencies, providing immediate communication with necessary support units.
- Message Logging: Record and document all significant communications and reports for future reference and analysis simultaneously while maintaining an efficient flow of operations.
Sales Agent Representative
Z-Data Services
Bronx, NY
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Developed tailored solutions for clients seeking payment processing terminals such as POS (point of sale) based on their businesses' unique needs and challenges, creating customer loyalty and trust.
Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Bilingual
- Microsoft office platforms ( excel, word, powerpoint etc)
- Project Management
- Testing and debugging
Accomplishments
- NY State Duty In Aid to Corrections Ribbon 2025
- NCO Academy Iron Soldier of the Cycle, May 2024
- Defense of Liberty Medal, May 2024
- Michigan National Guard Northern Strike Ribbon 2023
- Department of Education Chancellor's Honor Role Scholarship, 2015-2016
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
NYS Division of Military and Naval Affairs
09.2024 - Current
Command Post Controller
Joint Task Force Empire Shield
01.2023 - 09.2024
Terminal Programmer
Sim Pay Tech
01.2022 - 12.2022
Network Communications Systems Specialist
1st Battalion 258th Field Artillery
07.2021 - Current
Sales Agent Representative
Z-Data Services
01.2018 - 03.2020
Education
- Military Leadership Course
U.S. Army NCO Academy, Fort Dix, NJ. May 2024 - Mountain Warfare Operations
US Army Mountain Warfare School, Jericho, VT. February 2023 - ROTC/Military Science Course
City College of New York, New York, NY. January 2022 - Liberal Arts & Science
New York City College of Technology. January 2017-2019