Serenity Stewart
Richmond,VA
Summary
Procurement Analyst with proven expertise in public sector purchasing and contract management. Skilled in developing IFBs and managing RFP processes for various goods, services, and construction projects. Successfully manages architectural and engineering contracts while ensuring compliance with City of Richmond policies. Holds Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification and actively participates in city outreach initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Analyst
City of Richmond
Richmond
11.2023 - Current
- I work closely with City agencies on contract renewals, modifications, extensions, and closeouts.
- I create purchase orders following city code and policy procurement methods.
- I have expertise in the types of solicitations, RFPs, IFBs.
- I have developed several IFBs for goods and services and have knowledge in construction bids.
- I am a part of the bonds center of excellence that reviews bonds and bond riders for construction projects.
- I currently assist agencies with construction change orders as necessary.
- Lead on contract administration for Architect and Engineering contracts.
- Achieved VCA certification within first two years as a procurement analyst.
Purchasing Buyer
Pulaski County
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Managed procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements, prepared invitations to bid, and issued purchase orders.
- Administered fixed assets management through conducting inventories and organizing auctions for obsolete items.
- Maintained precise records of expenditures and compliance, prepared vouchers, and ensured adherence to purchasing card policy.
- Supported purchasing team in sourcing, negotiating, and contracting vendors for goods and services.
Account Specialist
AT&T
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Executed customer retention initiatives through effective negotiation of bills and promotion of sales offers.
- Resolved billing disputes to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Investigated accounts to identify and correct inaccurate charges, ensuring accuracy in billing processes.
- Recommended tailored service options aligned with customer needs and budget constraints.
- Achieved monthly performance metrics while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Legal Assistant
James Law Firm
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided administrative support to attorneys including answering calls, managing appointments, and maintaining accurate records of client files.
- Coordinated court dates, wrote and filed motions, and managed client payments and receipts.
- Procured and managed office supplies inventory and performed other miscellaneous office duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2017
Skills
- Public sector procurement
- Contract administration
- RFP and IFB development
- Goods and services purchasing
- Construction procurement and change orders
- Bond review and compliance
- Vendor relations and solicitation management
- Project leadership in architecture and engineering
- Policy and code compliance
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Community outreach
References
Upon Request
Certification
- Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
City of Richmond
11.2023 - Current
Purchasing Buyer
Pulaski County
08.2021 - 11.2023
Account Specialist
AT&T
01.2020 - 02.2021
Legal Assistant
James Law Firm
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Arkansas State University