Sara Rodriguez
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
As a strategic planner with a history of overseeing multi-million dollar procurement operations and a demonstrated track record, with core strengths in relationship and cost-management strategies and persuasive negotiation skills, I am seeing an opportunity to commit to new challenges, bringing years of cross-functional experience and a keen understanding of brand strategy in both the online and consumer facing presence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Sourcing Consultant
Automobile Club of Southern California
Costa Mesa, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Manage and negotiate spend of 100M+ annually, across business lines including Marketing, Facilities, Finance and eBusiness
- Analyze market trends and conditions to determine the best approach for procurement activities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple departments to define requirements for goods or services.
- Identify potential suppliers, negotiated contracts, and managed relationships with vendors.
- Manage the entire RFP process from development to award recommendation.
- Developed competitive bidding strategies that maximize cost savings objectives.
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Automobile Club of Southern California
Costa Mesa
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Audit and approved invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
- Prepared weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities related to Accounts Payable.
- Performed account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of data entered into the system.
- Implemented new software solutions designed to streamline Accounts Payable processes.
- Trained and mentored newly hired employees to educate on process flows and interdepartmental procedures.
Claims Service Representative
Automobile Club of Southern California
Costa Mesa
08.2013 - 09.2016
- Received and processed customer claims for automobile and homeowners insurance coverage.
- Served as subject matter expert for non-standard coverage questions, property damage and collision.
- Coordinated and planned investigations of claims to confirm compensability and coverage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Chapman University
Orange, CA05-2012
Skills
- Data & Spend Analytics
- Analytical & Strategic Planning
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Independent, Self-starter
- Problem-solving Aptitude
- MS Office & ERP software proficient
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Consultant
Automobile Club of Southern California
05.2022 - Current
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Automobile Club of Southern California
09.2018 - 05.2022
Claims Service Representative
Automobile Club of Southern California
08.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Chapman University
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