Vanessa Edwards
Falls Church,VA
Summary
Accomplished Procurement Team Lead at KPMG, adept in strategic sourcing and fostering robust supplier relationships. Spearheaded vendor management programs, significantly reducing processing times by 5 days and achieving a 100% accuracy rate in training initiatives. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and communication skills, ensuring team productivity and continuous skill enhancement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Team Lead
KPMG
Jamaica
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Supervised a team of 4, setting measurable performance targets, resulting in consistent productivity improvements and actionable feedback for skill enhancement.
- Utilized procurement tools such as Coupa to manage the quote process, invoicing, order entry, and receiving.
- Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine the suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
- Developed and implemented training programs, achieving a 100% accuracy rate for 3 consecutive months, fostering continuous learning, and mentoring team members.
Senior Procurement Officer
KPMG
Jamaica
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Spearheaded vendor management programs to strengthen relationships with key partners while reducing dependency on single-source suppliers.
- Developed a Microsoft Visio process flow for supplier onboarding, leading to identifying and eliminating bottlenecks, which directly reduced processing time from 8 days to 3 days, achieving a notable improvement of 5 days.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
Procurement Officer
KPMG
Jamaica
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Onboarded more than 100 approved suppliers in Ariba, guiding suppliers through the registration process.
- Uploaded fully executed contracts and supporting documentation to the KPMG U.S Member firm's contract repository.
Assistant Purchasing Officer
Vinci Construction
Jamaica
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Fostered strong relationships with internal stakeholders by providing timely updates on procurement activities and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Conducted Requests for Quotation (RFQs), assessed bids, and negotiated discounts, achieving savings exceeding J$500K.
IT Intern
Vinci Construction
Jamaica
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided technical support, resolving IT issues to maximize productivity for team members.
- Delivered assistance and support for team-based IT projects.
- Completed assigned tasks ahead of schedule, demonstrating strong time management skills and commitment to project success.
- Supported IT department in handling technology rollout and maintenance.
Server
Rainforest Cafe
San Antonio, TX
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Technology
Jamaica07.2017
Skills
- Leadership
- Attention to details
- Technical Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Vendor evaluation
- Strategic Sourcing
- Communication skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised a team of 4 staff members.
- Documented and resolved vendor issues which led to maximum cost savings.
Certification
- Project Management Fundamentals (Feb 2024)
- Management and Leadership Development (Oct 2022)
Timeline
Procurement Team Lead
KPMG
10.2022 - 04.2024
Senior Procurement Officer
KPMG
10.2020 - 09.2022
Procurement Officer
KPMG
01.2020 - 09.2020
Assistant Purchasing Officer
Vinci Construction
09.2017 - 07.2018
IT Intern
Vinci Construction
06.2017 - 08.2017
Server
Rainforest Cafe
05.2016 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Technology