Maria A. Tatem, MBA
Charlotte, NC ***** 980-***-**** **********@*****.***/ www.linkedin.com/in/maria-tatem-198527299
PROFILE
I am a professional with 30 years of work experience in Business, Marketing, Logistics, Procurement, Inventory Management and Accounting with over 4 years in Procurement and Materials Management across multiple companies and a background in Public Trust. I also have 12 years being in leadership. I am a very strategic and forward-thinking leader who is an initiative-taking analytical person with excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Sr. Procurement & Logistics Analyst NASA Goddard Space Flight Center July 2019 – December 2024
Intuitive Machines
Greenbelt, MD
Initially hired in 2019 with SAIC as a Sr. Logistics Analyst, in 2023, I was promoted to Sr. Procurement and Logistics Analyst under Intuitive Machines in recognition of my expertise in managing a high-profile project OSAM-1 for NASA. Throughout my tenure, I have managed tool and equipment inventory, managed procurement requests through a proprietary vendor system utilizing MS Office and SAP, interacted with procurement team to expedite purchased goods, partnered with vendors to meet production needs, acted as primary contact for all (CSR) matters, and ensured timely delivery and quality control of all orders to meet strict project deadlines. Worked cross-functionally with engineers to asses space requirements, conducted routine space audits for tracking and reporting purposes, helped to coordinate all aspects pertaining to infrastructure. Ensured all space was certified and in compliance. Verify receipt, inspect documentation, evaluate temperature, and analyze the time of refrigeration for material and identify any issues relating to the shipments. In June 2020, I received the EVA Tool Assessment-JSC Group Achievement Award.
Associate Business Manager November 2012 – July 2019
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Charlotte, NC
Collaborated with peers on Trade Management best practices, while managing client proprietary systems and providing contract management support. Responsibilities also included tracking competitors' brands and products trends, monitoring programs and initiatives to accurately communicate performance metrics, supported the launch of new CPG items, managed, and monitored delivery schedules, and coordinated the receipt of goods. The highlight of this role was my ability to maintain a deduction balance of <$200K; 30% of our KPI measurements. As a Customer Service Representative my primary responsibilities included receiving orders from external parties, updating the order system, processing client/customer criteria for managing orders and updating information on pricing. The highlight of this role was my ability to increase customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner. In 2010, I received the Chairman Award and 2009-2012, I was honored with the Positively the Best accolade.
Customer Service Representative February 2007 – November 2012
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Charlotte, NC
As a Customer Service Representative, my primary responsibilities included receiving orders from external parties, updating the order system, processing client/customer criteria for managing orders and updating pricing information. Managed top tier beverage and consumable product customers. I am remarkably familiar with SAP and SharePoint. The highlight of this role was my ability to increase customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in. timely manner. In 2010, I received the Chairman Award and from 2009-2012, I was honored with the Positively the Best accolade.
EDUCATION
MBA -Business Administration December 2015 Strayer University, Wash, DC
Concentration: Marketing
B.S. - Business Administration June 2012 Strayer University, Wash DC
Concentration: Contracts & Negotiations
PROFICIENCIES
Proficient in accounting and budgeting with strong skills in accounts payable and accounts receivable. Experienced in inventory control and logistics planning with advanced knowledge of SAP, SharePoint and Cost Point software. Experienced in Microsoft Office. Experience with FAR/DFAR. Experience with procurement purchasing.