Tara Hopkins
Windham School District
Huntsville,TX
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience
Accomplished Procurement Professional specializing in supplier relationship management and cost control. Achieved significant reductions in order processing times and enhanced vendor communications through effective evaluation and tracking processes. Development Professional with extensive coding and software engineering experience, improved application performance and streamlined development processes while fostering strong team collaboration.
Work History
Certified Texas Contract Developer
4 Years 8 Months- Managed procurement processes to ensure timely acquisition of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Reduced order processing time by streamlining purchasing processes and documentation.
- Researched suppliers based on availability, quality, selection, and price.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Maintained consistent email communication with end user and vendors.
- Utilized procurement software to track orders, monitor deliveries, and manage budgets efficiently.
- Negotiated with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate invoicing.
Purchaser III
7 Years 10 Months- Analyzed vendor contracts to optimize purchasing agreements and reduce costs.
- Managed procurement processes to ensure timely acquisition of goods and services.
- Coordinated with departmental staff to identify purchasing needs and specifications.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to enhance service delivery.
Pharmacy Technician
9 Years 8 Months- Processed and dispensed medications accurately, ensuring compliance with legal and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to provide exceptional patient care and resolve medication-related issues.
- Assisted in managing inventory by conducting regular stock audits and maintaining accurate records.
- Trained new pharmacy staff on standard operating procedures and best practices for customer service.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Supplier management
Strategic sourcing
Supplier relationship management.
Supplier assessment
Cost management
Pricing structures
Contract negotiation
Pricing strategies
New vendor setup
Scheduling
Accounts receivable
Budget management
Certification
Certified Texas Contract Developer
Timeline
Certified Texas Contract Developer
Windham School District
02.2022 - CurrentRead More
Purchaser III
Texas Deparment Of Criminal Justice
04.2014 - 02.2022Read More
Pharmacy Technician
UTMB-CMC Pharmacy
08.2004 - 04.2014Read More
Trinity High School
High School Diploma
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