Procurement Specialist Supply Chain
Resume:
Tigard, OR *****
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https://www.linkedin.com
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PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
MARIA RAHMAN
OBJECTIVE
Results-driven Procurement Specialist with over 2 years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, and contract negotiation. Demonstrated success in reducing third-party reliance by 20% through streamlining complex procurement processes, leading to smoother operations and increased productivity. Committed to making
impactful contributions and enhancing overall efficiency. ACCOMPLISHMENT
Successfully reduced third-party project
solver charges by $10,000 annually
through effective in-house research
and process improvements.
Improved drop ship order accuracy by
30% through diligent tracking and
management.
Took initiative in developing
standardized documentation for
inventory operations functions into
excel file and revamped the existing
inventory system, as a result, minimized
process discrepancies and increased
purchase order management
efficiency significantly.
WORK EXPERIENCE
April 2024 - Current
Procurement Specialist, Graphic Products
Beaverton, Oregon
Implemented cost-saving strategies by researching and identifying process improvements within the
procurement cycle, achieving a 20% reduction in
reliance on third-party project solvers.
Researched and evaluated potential new suppliers based on criteria such as quality, price, availability, reliability, and serviceability, managed relationships with key suppliers.
Addressed logistics deficiencies by resolving
shortages, tracking missed or late deliveries, and scheduling and expediting orders for high-priority customers.
Leveraged strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills to build effective relationships with vendors and partners.
Utilized data analysis tools like Oracle Procurement Cloud and Tableau to identify trends in material usage and investigate root causes for variances between
planned and actual inventories.
Analyzed customer demand, production capacity,
and material availability to develop realistic
production plans within MRP processes.
February 2023 - April 2024
Inventory Analyst, Pacific Office Automation
Beaverton, Oregon
Provided logistical support and quality control for product shipments by coordinating with vendors,
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION:
MANAGEMENT
GPA: 3.72
• Employee Recruitment & Selection
• Compensation Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Data Analytics
• Merit List [2022]
Awarded [Magna cum laude]
HR Officer, OSHRMA 2022- 2023
Leadership Team.
HR Leaders of Tomorrow, SHRM Annual
Conference & Expo 2022
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION:
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
GPA: 3.94
• Human Resource Information System
• Strategic Human Resource
Management
• Merit List [2018]
Awarded [Summa cum laude]
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION:
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
GPA: 3.73
• Human Resource Information System
• Compensation Management
Awarded [Summa cum laude]
resulting in increased revenue.
Utilized ERP inventory analysis tools to manage stock levels effectively and reduce carrying costs.
Reviewed and forecasted plans for optimal stock
levels, safety stock quantities, and reorder points for eight major distribution warehouses.
Addressed and resolved issues related to purchase orders, shipments, or invoices by implementing a
web-based logistics information system (Warehouse
Management Systems - WMS) and advanced
forecasting methods to predict product demand and
adjust supply chain activities accordingly.
Processed an average of 50 purchase orders daily, entered data into ERP software for record-keeping, and generated NOMAD CATALOG reports in SAP
software on inventory levels, costs, deliveries, and discrepancies.
Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods, streamlined supply chain management by
improving supplier relationships, and significantly reduced lead times and overstock situations.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including purchasing, logistics, and operations, to resolve
issues such as delays or quality control problems that arose during the supply chain process
June 2021 - January 2023
Salesforce Business Analyst,
Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon
Configured custom objects, fields, page layouts, and record types to meet the needs of various business units within Salesforce.
Created user stories, use cases, process flows, and supporting documentation to guide the design and
development of Salesforce solutions.
Collaborated with developers to enforce coding best practices and standards, ensuring all development
work aligns with established guidelines.
Provided user support by troubleshooting issues
related to Salesforce application usage and
functionality.
Identified opportunities for improving business
processes through automation or customization
within Salesforce applications.
Worked with cross-functional teams, including IT personnel and end-users, to ensure successful
project implementation.
Applied expertise in Salesforce development using Visualforce, Lightning Components, and other tools.
Enhanced operational efficiency by automating
processes with Workflows, Process Builder, and Flow Builder.
SKILLS
Supplier Relationship Management:
(Expert)
Strategic Sourcing: (Advanced)
Cost Analysis and Management:
(Advanced)
Contract Management:
(Advanced)
Data Analysis and Reporting:
(Expert)
Inventory Management: (Expert)
Risk Management: (Intermediate)
Negotiation Skills: (Advanced)
Project Management: (Expert)
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