Dedicated procurement specialist with 7+ years of experience in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships. Seeking to leverage my expertise to contribute to the success of this organization in optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Specialist
19een, LLC
Somerset, NJ
07.2018 - 01.2024
Conducted international negotiations and successfully secured contracts with overseas companies to procure medical masks during urgent pandemic situations, ensuring a reliable supply chain for critical healthcare needs
Maintained close communication with U.S
Urea buyers in the fertilize market, facilitating the procurement of essential supply materials for local farmers and supporting agricultural operations
Traveled overseas to establish and negotiate deals with related contractors, promoting the acquisition of U.S.-made goods for specific projects in compliance with domestic sourcing requirements.
Managed relationships with key suppliers by regularly communicating updates about pricing changes or new products.
Drafted contracts between vendors and the organization; monitored contract execution progress.
Procurement Specialist
Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School
Somerset, NJ
07.2015 - 06.2018
Led procurement efforts for the purchasing department, managing an annual budget of six hundred thousand dollars
Coordinated and led the entire Request for Proposal (RFP) process
Conducted negotiations with service providers to secure favorable terms and pricing structures for online student subscriptions, specifically for hard copies of school books
Successfully secured a competitive vendor with a proposal that met project objectives and budget constraints
Successfully negotiated long-term contracts with key suppliers, securing favorable pricing and terms for critical materials
Identified and evaluated potential suppliers, negotiated contracts, and ensured compliance with procurement policies
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and specifications for procurement needs
Maintained accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, invoices, and contracts.
Assistant Business Manager
Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School
Syracuse, NY
07.2011 - 06.2015
Assisted in the procurement process by preparing purchase orders, soliciting quotes, and negotiating with suppliers
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies to meet project deadlines
Conducted vendor assessments to evaluate supplier performance and maintain a preferred supplier list
Coordinated with accounts payable to reconcile invoices and resolve billing discrepancies
Assisted in the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures
Played a key role in achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate, enhancing project efficiency and client satisfaction
Successfully streamlined the invoicing process, reducing discrepancies by 20% and improving financial accuracy.
Education
Master of Business Administration (in progress) -
GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY
05.2024
Bachelor of Arts in Econometrics (concentration:statistics and economy) -