Purchasing Agent, Management, Human Resources, Administrator

Sharon Bryant-Dallas

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

I am a driven, energetic, and self-motivated professional with over 12 years professional experience in procurement, client services, sales and human resources. I have a passion for excellence and possess an effective management style and superior communication skills. I also possess excellent foresight for capitalizing on growth opportunities to increase revenue while reducing costs.

CORE KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Procurement

Vendor Selection

Contract Negotiations

Sales

Operations Management

Account Management

Inventory Management

Human Resources Management

Benefits Administration

Call Center Management

Training and Mentoring

Event Management

Personnel Management

Revenue Enhancement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TREMONT TEMPLE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Atlanta, Georgia

Church Administrator 2006 - 2011

Supervised and facilitated the day-to-day administration and facilities management of a non-profit organization consisting of church, school and community center. Orchestrated partnerships with Pastor, Treasurer, and Deacons in administration, financial management and profit and loss.

• Recruitment and selection, training and development and human resource planning.

• Administration of employee benefits and processing of biweekly payroll.

• Prepared and managed operating budgets and monthly financial reports.

• Managed employee records and employment statistical data.

• Responsible for facilities and grounds management.

• Responsible for producing press releases and media relations.

• Secured sites and planning for meetings and retreats.

• Reduced administrative costs by 40% while increasing efficiency.

STATE OF GEORGIA – Department of Administrative Services

Atlanta, Georgia

Bid Officer/Purchasing Agent 1999 - 2006

Managed the bid process and facilitated the purchase of services, technology and commodities in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Supervised and monitored vendor registration and certification.

• Prepared comprehensive bid packages with input from agencies and senior management.

• Worked with vendors to negotiate best pricing and quality for commodities and

services.

• Presided over daily public bid openings.

• Documented requisition specifications.

• Managed purchase order dispensation and stock controls.

• Conducted vendor selection, site visits, and monitored compliance.

• Managed and evaluated acquisition processes such as RFI, RFP, and contract

negotiations.

• Evaluated and monitored contract performance to ensure compliance.

• Directed agency call centers in the resolution of purchasing issues.

• Reconciled and submitted invoices for payment.

• Team Leader in the implementation of e-procurement systems.

PCS HEALTH SYSTEMS, INC.

Atlanta, Georgia

Regional Manager 1997 – 1999

Provided facilities management, sales support, and marketing in regional office for an industry leader in pharmacy benefits administration.

• Authored proposals, presentations and designed marketing materials resulting in

the expansion of customer base by 200,000 members.

• Responsible for all material and capital expenditures including managing

purchasing and inventory.

• Developed, planned, marketed and executed events, meetings, and health fairs to

promote products.

• Responsible for prospecting/lead generation of potential clients.

• Assisted in design of disease management/prevention marketing materials.

• Assisted network providers and members in the resolution of systems or benefit

issues.

• Responsible for facilities management and office leases.

EAR ENTERPRISES, INC.

Decatur, Georgia

Operations and Sales Manager 1993 – 1997

Responsible for operations, customer service and sales management for wholesale distributor of sports apparel and specialty gift ware.

• Responsible for client relationship management functions in cultivating positive

partnerships with major retailers.

• Negotiated pricing, terms and contract administration.

• Facilitated sales and monitored orders.

• Responsible for vendor selection and purchasing functions.

• Managed inventory control, materials planning, and production utilizing lean

manufacturing principles.

• Preparation of master production schedule.

• Assisted in securing one of three minority vendor contracts to sell official

Olympic sports apparel and novelties.

• Coordinated tradeshows and promoted products.

• Managed call center of 20 customer service representatives and 35 warehouse

employees.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY

Atlanta, Georgia

Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration 2012

COMPUTER SKILLS

SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, PeopleSoft Financials, Lotus Notes and Internet

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