CYNTHIA L MARTIN
Conway, SC 29526
Dynamic and result-driven purchasing and procurement professional with more than 22 years of experience coordinating high-dollar, high-profile projects across a wide spectrum of industries. Proven track record of quick turnaround purchasing and materials management with ability to prioritize and navigate rapidly changing conditions. Leverages excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational, and communication skills to build highly productive teams.
Strategic Planning – Contract Negotiations – Vendor Relationship Management – Inventory Planning & Management – Quality Assurance – Bid Analysis – Supplier Sourcing – Client Relationship Management – Value Engineering – Automated Management Systems – Cost Avoidance – Logistics & Transportation – Scheduling
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL – Bethesda, MD 1985 - 2019 - Global Hospitality Company - PROJECT PURCHASING AGENT
Drove procurement of furniture, fixtures and equipment for full-service custom new build, renovations, and conversion projects. Coordinated all contract execution and procurement for the individual projects. Expedited processes as necessary to ensure on-time delivery for hotel openings. Partnered with owners and external project managers to develop project milestones and deadlines with budgets ranging from $100K to more than $12M per project. Performed bid analysis for custom and conceptual specifications. Provided value engineering and cost avoidance recommendations to reduce overall budget without compromising design intent and quality. Participated in on-site meetings to ensure successful completion of projects. Meetings included model room reviews, pre- construction meeting, and final installation reviews. Named exclusive purchasing agent for Marriott Family Trust full-service hotels including Charlotte Renaissance, Charlotte Southpark Marriott, AC Charlotte and Newark Renaissance
SHADY GROVE HOSPITAL - Gaithersburg, Maryland - 1988 - 1990 (Part-Time) - REGISTRAR Worked in the local emergency room registering patients to be seen in the ER. Promoted to outpatient testing registration, as well as surgery scheduling.