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Portland, Or, Us

Lake Oswego, Oregon, United States

Corvallis, Oregon, United States

• Managed multi-million-dollar contracts with the USAID and the United Nations• Implemented financial management strategies, reducing reconciliation errors by 20% and overseeing accounts payable/receivables. • Led client engagement initiatives, resulting in a 15% reduction in escalations and maintaining a strong 90% client retention rate. • Guided procurement teams in risk mitigation, achieving an average 15% reduction in cost overruns, and conducted strategic supplier research boosting sales by 17% in the first year. • Played a key role in business development by actively participating in launching a new office in West Africa, showcasing adaptability and strategic thinking.

Corvallis, Oregon Area

•Supervised & mentored a team of eight, delegated assignments & conducted proposal reviews•Spearheaded recruitment process and provided training, resulting in 38% increase in productivity•Directed administrative operations, meticulously maintaining financial, employee, and client records. Efficiently planned international travel and meetings, resulting in a notable 28% reduction in indirect spending categories•Established transparent communication with stakeholders delivering bi-weekly reports for ongoing projects•Achieved a 98% customer satisfaction rate by consistently delivering exceptional customer service to clients, addressing procurement needs promptly and accurately.

Corvallis, Oregon Area

•Executed 23 contracts with the UN & US government, generating over 5 million in revenue•Ensured contract compliance, resulting in successful audits and zero legal disputes•Conducted contract review and analysis, identifying potential risk and cost-saving opportunities•Developed a comprehensive project timeline, leading to early delivery on 15% of contracts•Generated regular reports detailing contracts status, financial implication, and compliance metrics•Negotiated terms, conditions and pricing with manufacturers leading to over $350,000 in cost savings

Corvallis, Oregon Area

• Successfully secured awarded contracts valued at $3.8 million through responsive handling of public competitive tenders. • Played a strategic role in sourcing products from diverse categories, contributing to 67% of the company's revenue. • Conducted comprehensive product and market research, identifying competitive vendors and enhancing vendor evaluation processes. • Fostered long-term partnerships with local after-sales service providers in developing countries, resulting in a notable 12% decrease in Total Cost of Ownership for clients. • Achieved 18% cost savings through supplier diversification and optimization of the supply chain, demonstrating effective procurement strategies.

Corvallis, Oregon Area

•Promoted participation in event ticket sales with 25 local storefronts and vendors •Coordinated vendor, artist, and science exhibit placement to ensure required utilities were accessible •Distribution and placement of marketing materials with local storefronts •Recruited and assigned 30+ day-of-event festival volunteers

Blackhawk, California

-Managed scheduling of meetings and appointments with precision and attention to detail. Orchestrated accommodations, activities, and dining arrangements for high-end vacation experiences. -Executed flawless preparation of event spaces and liaised effectively with vendors to ensure seamless coordination. -Maintained confidentiality while organizing and upkeeping both personal and office areas. -Administered secretary duties proficiently, including managing phone calls, emails, mail, billing, and other correspondence.