Seher Harmon
Ewa Beach,USA
Summary
Solution-oriented professional with a strong background in human resources, and coaching, recognized for communication skills and a commitment to excellence in service. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and navigate organizational dynamics effectively. Experienced in conflict resolution and decision-making under pressure, consistently supporting organizational objectives. Dedicated to fostering trust and accountability while upholding integrity in all professional interactions. “Everything worth doing, is worth doing well” -Philip Stanhope
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Defense Logistics Agency
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
01.2026 - Current
- Serve as the Purchasing Agent for DLA Weapons Support, managing end-to-end simplified acquisitions for mission-critical government requirements. Responsible for conducting market research, ensuring full FAR/DFARS compliance, and administering purchase orders to guarantee best value and timely delivery.
- Manage full-cycle acquisition processes, including pre-award and post-award functions for simplified acquisitions of commercial, technical, and specialized goods and services.
- Conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential vendors, develop solicitation packages, and perform comparative price analysis to determine reasonableness and ensure best value for the government.
- Evaluate vendor quotes and technical documentation against purchase descriptions, specifications, and quality requirements to ensure full compliance before recommending contract awards.
- Expertly procure a wide range of items, from commercial off-the-shelf products to specialized technical items requiring special manufacturing and handling.
- Administer a portfolio of purchase orders, performing extensive monitoring and oversight to resolve issues such as protests, claims, and delivery delays.
- Serve as the primary liaison between vendors, technical SMEs, and customers to coordinate specification changes, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely delivery schedules.
- Negotiate with vendors to resolve issues related to price changes, delivery extensions, and other modifications, preparing official contract modifications in accordance with regulations.
- Monitor vendor performance through progress reports and direct communication, proactively addressing potential delays to ensure mission readiness.
- Manage and reconcile Government Purchase Card (GPC) transactions, ensuring accuracy of billing statements, proper documentation, and adherence to micro-purchase thresholds.
- Utilize automated procurement systems like Standard Procurement System (SPS)/Procurement Desktop (PD2) to process acquisitions and maintain a compliant electronic document repository.
- Grade: GS-1105-7
- Supervisor: Leo Li (Permission to Contact: Yes) | Phone: (808) 473-8000 X 4018
- Job Type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 40
Administrative Support Assistant
Army Medical Command
Landstuhl, Germany
06.2024 - 01.2026
- Served as the key administrative and human resources professional for Army Medical Command, providing comprehensive support to leadership and staff. Managed critical personnel actions, advised on workforce development, and ensured the efficient administrative functioning of the command to support soldiers and civilian employees.
- Provided administrative and human resources support, advising leadership on workforce and staffing development issues.
- Coordinated and monitored personnel actions and training programs to ensure compliance and support workforce development.
- Acted as primary liaison between personnel and leadership for all HR activities.
- Developed and implemented process improvement strategies that streamlined workflow and enhanced HR service efficiency.
- Ensured data integrity and confidentiality across all HR systems and documents, maintaining readiness for audits and inspections.
- Analyze, and evaluate office administrative functions, including records management, reports control, forms control, and administrative standing operating procedures.
- Create comprehensive weekly strength reports for Unit Commander.
- Conduct thorough Personnel Asset Inventories (PAI) to ensure accurate tracking of personnel assets.
- Grade: GS-0303-6
- Supervisor: MSG Shawn Opoien (Permission to Contact: Yes) | Phone: (+4971) 29222942
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Hours Per Week: 40
Recreation Assistant/ Fitness Trainer
Defense Logistics Agency
Tracy, California
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Obtained Personal Trainer Certificate, Nutrition Specialist, Fitness Coach Certificate, First Aid AED
- Designed customized fitness programs for diverse client needs.
- Instructed clients on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
- Planned and coordinated events for community engagement.
- Managed financial transactions, ensuring accurate payments, receipts, and reports using RecTrac.
- Planned and coordinated events.
- Compiled and submitted Daily Activity Reports (DARs)
- Prepared purchase requests and purchase orders for facility and office supplies through AbilityOne
- Conducted fitness assessments to identify client strengths and weaknesses, tailoring programs to individual needs.
- Conducted regular inventories, ensuring accurate stock levels and efficient management of resources.
- Grade: NAF 2
- Supervisor: Yvonne DelaCruz (Permission to Contact: Yes) | Phone: (408) 504 1641
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Hours Per Week: 40
Human Resources Specialist
Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF)
Nuremberg, Germany
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted and contributed to recruitment efforts to the hiring of 8,000 employees across Germany during the challenges associated with the migrant crisis in 2016.
- Streamlined onboarding process by managing mass employment confirmations, coordinating start dates, and implementing contracts for new hires.
- Managed inquiries from applicants and hiring managers, ensuring clear communication throughout the hiring process.
- Generated comprehensive hiring statistics and reports for Management.
- Collaborated with heads of units to establish a new department, providing crucial assistance in the project's expansion.
- Provided direct human resource support to management and personnel during change management.
- Provided human resource support to management and personnel during change management initiatives.
- Orchestrated new employee visits at offices and arrival centers across the country.
- Took charge of a team of three full-time employees in the new HR department.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Studies, Communication, Psychology, Business
University of North Texas
Denton, Texas05-2024
Associate of Arts - Arts, Hum and Soc Science
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, California03-2022
Technical/ Vocational Degree - Human Resources Management
Betriebswirtschaftliches Fortbildungszentrum Der F+U Heidelberg
Heidelberg, Germany06-2015
Skills
- Procurement & Acquisition Management
- Contract & Vendor Management
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
- Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Price & Cost Analysis
- Vendor Negotiation & Sourcing
- Government Purchase Card (GPC) Program
- Problem-Solving & Decision Making
- Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Financial Reconciliation & Administration
- Customer & Stakeholder Relations
- MS Office
- Standard Procurement System (SPS/PD2)
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Defense Logistics Agency
01.2026 - Current
Administrative Support Assistant
Army Medical Command
06.2024 - 01.2026
Recreation Assistant/ Fitness Trainer
Defense Logistics Agency
06.2019 - 03.2022
Human Resources Specialist
Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF)
02.2016 - 01.2018
Associate of Arts - Arts, Hum and Soc Science
San Joaquin Delta College
Technical/ Vocational Degree - Human Resources Management
Betriebswirtschaftliches Fortbildungszentrum Der F+U Heidelberg
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Studies, Communication, Psychology, Business
University of North Texas