Tarra Cullen
Parkersburg,US
Summary
Performance driven and self-directed procurement specialist with over 15+ years buying experience, adaptive to changing market conditions and strong ability to work within teams and multi-task projects under strict deadlines. Skilled in developing internal and external client relations.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Control Officer
State of West Virginia; Department of Corrections
08.2018 - Current
- Maintained internal inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Coordinated logistics efforts to ensure on-time delivery of goods while minimizing transportation costs.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Ensuring compliance with Department regulations.
- Maintain computer and paper based filing and organization systems for documents.
Office Manager
PM&E
01.2007 - 08.2018
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
Procurement Assistant - Office Manager
Danser Sheet Metal
01.1987 - 12.2006
- Managed contract negotiations with vendors to secure favorable terms for the company, balancing cost considerations with quality assurance requirements.
- Improved inventory control measures by conducting regular audits on stock levels and implementing a robust tracking system.
- Assisted in the development of procurement policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
West Virginia University At Parkersburg
Parkersburg, WV05.2013
Skills
- Contract Administration
- Cost Analysis
- Contract Audits
- Internal Client Relations
- Supplier Sourcing
- Contractor Performance Audits
- Contractor Negotiations
- MS Word
- Excel
- MS Outlook
Accomplishments
- Implemented new Purchase Order program for quicker reference and vendor tracking.
- Supervised team of 20 professionals.
- Reduced inventory costs by 20% through implementation of multiple process improvements.
Affiliations
- Active Corporal with the WV Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Timeline
Control Officer
State of West Virginia; Department of Corrections
08.2018 - Current
Office Manager
PM&E
01.2007 - 08.2018
Procurement Assistant - Office Manager
Danser Sheet Metal
01.1987 - 12.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
West Virginia University At Parkersburg
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