Tara Jacobis
Rosharon
Summary
Dependable Procurement Specialist with a background in tracking products from vendor shipments to the consumer pipeline. Analytical performer with price dispute resolution experience. Considered an enthusiastic employee with great decision making skills. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Procurement Specialist
City of Houston-Finance Department
12.2021 - Current
- Contributed to construction-related procurement tasks and supported project scheduling requirements.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options.
- Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
Procurement Specialist
PGAL
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
- Responsible for contract administration including development of change orders, increase in spending authority, amendments to contract specifications and all elements of the contract.
- Identifies and recommends strategies and procedures to improve the procurement process
Procurement Buyer
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America
06.2014 - 03.2019
- Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
- Maintained internal inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
- Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs.
- Extensive travel to Project Sites-review work progress. •Responsible for creating and conducting in the RFI, RFP, and RFQ process for assigned category/categories.
- Managed Purchase Orders and negotiated contracts to obtain optimum pricing terms and deliveries.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Houston
Houston, TXSkills
- Demand forecasting
- Global procurement
- Ethical sourcing
- Supply chain optimization
- Price negotiation
- New vendor setup
- Supplier relationship management
- Strategic sourcing
Timeline
Senior Procurement Specialist
City of Houston-Finance Department
12.2021 - Current
Procurement Specialist
PGAL
07.2019 - 11.2019
Procurement Buyer
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America
06.2014 - 03.2019
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Houston
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