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Stephanie Begay

Albuquerque

Summary

Accomplished Contract Specialist with a proven track record at Indian Health Service, adept in contract creation, negotiation, and administration. Excelled in reducing risk exposure and enhancing procurement strategies, while fostering strong relationships and providing top-notch customer service. Skilled in both research and analysis and interpersonal communication, consistently achieving seamless contract transitions and operational improvements.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contract Specialist

Indian Health Service
01.2020 - Current
  • Ensured timely fulfillment of contractual requirements by closely monitoring progress and addressing potential issues proactively.
  • Reduced risk exposure through diligent monitoring and enforcement of contractual obligations.
  • Managed full procurement cycle by planning, reviewing, soliciting, awarding, administering and closing out contract to achieve seamless transition at all levels of procurement.
  • Provided oversight of the Government Commercial Purchase Card (GCPC) Program by onboarding new applicants, facilitating one-on-one training, and providing additional guidance.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to diverse clientele even in high-stress environments.
  • Registered contracts in CPARS and provided assistance for external and internal customers.
  • Performed in-depth market research, identified optimal acquisition strategies and prepared contracts for approval.
  • Served as the primary and alternate Time Keeper for the Department of Contracts and Grants (DCGM), and the Office of Environmental Health Engineering (OEHE).
  • Created and finalized contracts for the Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic, the Albuquerque Area Office, and the Office of Environmental Health and Engineering.
  • In addition to current workload and assignments, I created and finalized contracts for the Albuquerque Service Unit, the Jicarilla Service Unit, and the Taos-Picuris Service Unit, due to staff absence and shortages.
  • Maintained digital and paper and contractual files, ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates and company policies.

Assistant Manager

Abercrombie & Fitch
12.2016 - 08.2019
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05-2016

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Research and analysis
  • Contract proposals
  • Risk mitigation
  • Legal compliance
  • Contracting policies and regulations
  • Contract development
  • Team oversight
  • Contract administration
  • Procurement strategies
  • Contract negotiation
  • Acquisitions
  • Proposal evaluation
  • Contract closeouts
  • Conflict mediation
  • Contract oversight
  • Contract creation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Change orders
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Workflow management
  • Inventory management skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities

Accomplishments

  • Completed all required courses to earn a FAC-C Professional certificate and a warrant of up to $250,000.00.
  • Processed over $1.2 million in UDO obligations.
  • Assisted in achieving a 99% compliance rate for CPARS.
  • Received the IHS COVID-19 Response Award.
  • A/OPC of the Government Purchase Card Program

Certification

  • Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C)- Federal Acquisition Institute.

Timeline

Contract Specialist

Indian Health Service
01.2020 - Current

Assistant Manager

Abercrombie & Fitch
12.2016 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

University of Arizona

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