Procurement Specialist

VALARIE MEDINA

***** *** *** #*

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

cell: 949-***-****

e-mail: **********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE Seasoned purchasing specialist intent on security a challenging position where my existing skills in the areas of purchasing and customer service can be utilized by a progressive and innovative company.

WORK HISTORY

July 2008 Purchasing Agent (Contractor) Quest Software - Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

to July 2010 Proficient with making all IT related purchases for company locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and globally. Confer with customers and vendors that are interacted with on a daily basis. Prepares purchase orders or bid requests. Complete all research and negotiations required to find the best value for the company determined by cost or several other factors. Solid understanding of databases and requisitioning through applications/ Electronic Purchase Requisitioning. Knowledge of ticketing system(s) including Remedy or other IS ticketing system. Multi-task in a high volume environment (60+ open requisitions at one time). I have the ability to think creatively and maintain high level of organization. Utilizes purchasing procedure via various payment methods. Uses electronic requisitioning (Oracle based) and manually enters information into system to set up requisition; transfer data from one system to another (transpose data).

• Perform PO reconciliations

• Work with purchasing and accounting exceptions

• Experience with AP, AR, GL, order entry

• Cost accounting (understanding of AP exceptions, credit card exceptions and SOX controls)

• Experience with Chart of Accounts and Cost Centers

May 2006 Procurement Agent, Starz Entertainment, Englewood, CO

to July 2008 Proficient in making all IT and telecom purchases for all Starz Entertainment and Starz Media company locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. I worked with a very wide range of customers and vendors on a daily basis. I was responsible for getting quotes for all IT computer hardware and software requests. I was also responsible for handling all telecom purchase which included all mobile phones and blackberry devices. Reviews and approves all cellular bills each month and makes rate plan adjustments as needed. I was responsible for doing all research and negotiations required to find the best value for the company determined by cost or several other factors. I tracked budgetary figures for purchases made, as well as quarterly accruals, processed all invoices, as well as all monthly recurring charges which include all telephony/wireless bills. Supervised at least one subordinate.

Feb 2003 Contract Administrator, Spencer Reed, (Contractor for General Services

to June 2005 Administration -Federal Technology Service) Denver, CO 80225

Proficient in newly implemented SAP system including project builder, project management, funds management, and overall knowledge of the various modules. Prepared task orders for Contracting Officer signature, including defining requirements, source selection, solicitation, evaluation, award, and post-award documentation. Initiated and maintained contract files. Processed work in a FAR and GSAM compliant manner. Assists with the procurement of supplies, services, construction, or research and development, using formal advertising or contract negotiation procedures. Assists in the evaluation of contract price proposals. Assists in the administration or termination and close out of contracts. Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), business and industry practices, cost factors, and requirement characteristics. Supervised at least one subordinate. Responsible for training new employees on new software and procedures.

Oct 2001 On-Call Clerical, City and County of Denver, Denver, CO

to Jan 2003 Duties vary depending on assignment. Current duties include attending weekly status meetings, recording minutes, updating spreadsheets, ordering office supplies and working directly with Deputy Manager of Construction at DIA.

• Engineering Department - Denver International Airport

• Various locations through the City and County of Denver, CO

Apr 1999 Project Administrator Marx/Okubo Associates, Denver, CO

to July 2001 Project management for architectural consulting firm dealing with general contractors and subcontractors. Creation of monthly reports, daily correspondence, multimedia presentations and proposals.

SOFTWARE/SYSTEM SKILLS

• Oracle Purchasing Module

• Remedy web based ticketing system

• MS Office

• Lotus Notes

• Outlook

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Pagemaker

• SAP purchasing module

REFERENCES

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