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Suzanne Homsley

Beebe,AR

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Agency Procurement Official/Director

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
04.2022 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Managed volume of 100+ emails and 45+ contracts daily
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Established culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within organization.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.

ADJUNCT PROFESSOR

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK
05.2017 - Current
  • Online instruction of writing courses
  • Leveraged use of LMS and other electronic tools to efficiently and effectively instruct non-traditional students
  • Promoted academic integrity by implementing strict plagiarism detection measures and educating students on proper citation practices.
  • Incorporated real-world examples into lessons to demonstrate practical application of theoretical concepts
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing multimedia resources and tailoring instructional methods for diverse learning styles.
  • Developed strong relationships with students through timely communication and empathetic understanding of their individual needs.
  • Ensured accessibility of course materials for all students by adhering to ADA guidelines and incorporating universal design principles.

DIRECTOR TRAVEL MANAGEMENT

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES
06.2015 - 03.2022
  • Responsible for oversight of travel reimbursements, and travel processing, consistent with Arkansas state laws, UAMS policies, and IRS regulations
  • Responsible for departmental audits, to identify errors and inefficiencies in processing
  • Work with various vendors in hospitality industry to obtain lower rates
  • Project Manager for Financial workstream, for Workday Integration
  • Manage travel card program, with 300+ accounts
  • Provided over 100 training sessions for end users
  • Identified weaknesses in internal controls
  • Utilized data informatics to leverage travel spend
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Assisted departmental administrators with identifying their travel needs
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within organization.
  • Worked with various departments to create tools for educating travelers
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.

TRAVEL SPECIALIST

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES
10.2013 - 06.2015
  • Audited dozens of travel reimbursements daily
  • Created monthly e-newsletter to provide consistent information to end-users
  • Implemented training to end users, for consistency and error reduction
  • Invited by leadership of multiple departments to speak at staff meetings

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

DILLARD'S
05.2012 - 10.2013
  • Administrative Assistant to Vice-President of Division Four, Dillard's Corporate Headquarters
  • Managed division corporate card program, 60+ purchase cards
  • Managed robust travel for 60+ individuals, to include booking and reconciliation
  • Created weekly sales reports for Division 4 President, Vice-President, and Divisional Managers.

BUDGET OFFICER

189 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON/ARKANSAS MILTARY DEPARTMENT
03.2006 - 05.2012
  • Named as national trainer for new travel system; only civilian on team
  • Collaborated with leaders as committee member of 189th Airlift Wing Financial Working Group
  • Executed financial controls, procedures, systems and forecasting techniques to evaluate budget status.
  • Designed and implemented effective budgeting policies and procedures.
  • Improved financial efficiency by developing and implementing annual budgets for various departments.
  • Played key role in strategic planning efforts by providing critical input on financial viability and resource requirements.
  • Recognized nationally as expert in FOMA funds
  • Recognized locally as expert in multiple computer systems used by Resource Advisors
  • Managed budgets ranging from $1.8 million annually to $10 million annually, including MILCON dollars
  • Managed military days and dollars
  • Managed travel card program for unit
  • Reviewed each purchase made, to ensure compliance
  • Oversight of squadron p-card program, to ensure reconciliation was completed on schedule
  • Entered all documents for contract review
  • Communicated budget to squadron leadership
  • Resolved minor computer issues, as part of until Client Services Administrator
  • Reviewed operating budgets periodically to analyze trends affecting budget needs.

Education

MASTER OF ARTS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES -

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK
Little Rock, AR
05.2017

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Charismatic Leader
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Contract Management
  • Effective leader
  • Process Improvements

Timeline

Agency Procurement Official/Director

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
04.2022 - Current

ADJUNCT PROFESSOR

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK
05.2017 - Current

DIRECTOR TRAVEL MANAGEMENT

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES
06.2015 - 03.2022

TRAVEL SPECIALIST

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES
10.2013 - 06.2015

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

DILLARD'S
05.2012 - 10.2013

BUDGET OFFICER

189 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON/ARKANSAS MILTARY DEPARTMENT
03.2006 - 05.2012

MASTER OF ARTS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES -

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK

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