Richard Mallia

Procurement Specialist

Address Hialeah, Florida 33015

Phone 786-***-****

E-mail ad2rlz@r.postjobfree.com

Highly educated and results-driven Procurement Officer offering superior research abilities, sound judgment and meticulous organizational skills. Meets internal supply needs while maintaining budget and operational goals.

Effective at sourcing products, vetting vendors and managing bid process. Good relationship-builder and problem-solver with methodical approach and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Well-versed in ALL procurement needs and processes.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Skills

Price dispute resolution

Excellent

Effective communication

Excellent

Supply chain planning

Excellent

Purchase order creation

Excellent

Vendor relationship management

Excellent

Price negotiation

Excellent

Bid process management

Excellent

Supplier relationships

Excellent

Excellent Communication

Excellent

Written Communication

Excellent

Problem-Solving

Excellent

Work History

Mar 2018 - May 2022

Procurement Specialist

Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons, Pensacola, Florida

Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.

Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.

Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.

Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.

Monitored pricing trends and negotiated pricing to optimize profitability.

Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and terms.

Performed complex data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and forecast future demands.

Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.

Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.

Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.

Negotiated with vendors on freight costs, cutting shipping prices by twenty-seven (27%) percent.

Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.

Evaluated supplier performance and identified areas for improvement.

Analyzed market trends and identified optimal sources of supply to maximize cost savings.

Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.

Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.

Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.

Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.

Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.

Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.

Jan 2011 - Feb 2018

Procurement Manager

Infiniti Medical Health Group, PC, Miami, Florida

Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.

Analyzed supplier contracts to confirm compliance with company policies and procedures.

Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.

Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options.

Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.

Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.

Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.

Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.

Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.

Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.

Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.

Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.

Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.

Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.

Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.

Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.

Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.

Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.

Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.

Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.

Devised and implemented strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.

Education

Jan 2004 - Dec 2007

Master of Arts: Public Health

Florida International University - Miami, Florida

Aug 1996 - Dec 2000

DPM: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

Barry University - Miami, Florida

Aug 1983 - May 1987

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology

University of Miami - Coral Gables, Florida

Software

Microsoft Word

Excellent

Microsoft Excel

Excellent

Microsoft Access

Excellent

Microsoft Power Point

Excellent

Microsoft Outlook

Excellent

SAP

Excellent

ODOO ERP Software

Excellent

Sastrify ERP Software

Excellent

SQL +

Excellent

Procurify ERP Software

Excellent

Languages

Spanish

Excellent

Italian

Excellent

Interests

Cooking

Personal Fitness

World History

Astronomy

Sports

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