Sara Calhoun

Procurement Services Officer Manager focused on projects, programs, and initiatives that promote efficiency, organizational effectiveness, and job satisfaction with over 15 years of experience. Accustomed to challenging projects within a high operational tempo environment, extended work schedules, develop policy and procedures for, and direct the operations of, stores, warehouses, canteens, laundry and housekeeping; determine the quality and kinds of materials to be purchased and write specifications for goods or services; assist departmental officials in obtaining the types of supplies or equipment best suited to their needs; keep or supervise the keeping of purchase records, stock received reports and inventory records; confer with departments, with the State Office of Procurement and with sales representatives on procurement matters; interview vendors and their agents regarding products and arrange for adjustments on wrong, damaged or substandard items; supervise the receiving, storing and caring for commodities purchased or produced for the use of the institution; supervise the preparation of purchase estimates and sub purchase orders and expedite delivery of items; exercise general supervision over Fleet Management, Canteen Stores, Warehouse operations and delivery functions; secure bids and prepare contracts and service agreements for maintenance and repairs to equipment and other contracted services; train staff, evaluate their performance and take or recommend appropriate action; dictate correspondence and prepare reports.

A skilled facilitator, team player,resource manager, and problem solver with demonstrated capabilities in performance management, and organizational development. Equally adept at providing excellent customer service whether in the office, field, or client location. Experience in training, supervising specialists, supply accountability, logistics, materials, property, and warehouse operations. Department of Goods and Services (DGS) Regulations. Plan and write/revise operational procedures(SOP). Great negotionaton skills (and procedures. Experience in executive level strategic planning and high level development programs, equipment accountability, handling of materials, supplies, and logistics control. Sustains a professional appearance working in fast-paced, collaborative environments Results-driven Procurement Officer offering superior research abilities, sound judgment and meticulous organizational skills. Meets internal supply needs while maintaining budget and operational goals. Respectful Procurement Specialist with understanding of supply and demand and discerning eye for inventory level evaluation. Bilingual go-getter experienced in coordinating with vendors regarding logistics.