Jacinda Guild
Indianapolis
Summary
Accomplished Head Procurement Agent with a proven track record at the State of Indiana, enhancing procurement operations and supplier relationships. Expert in strategic sourcing and effective communication, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved process efficiency and compliance. Skilled in PeopleSoft and adept at fostering team collaboration, I consistently achieve and surpass financial and operational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Procurement Agent
Indiana Office of Technology
11.2022 - Current
- Trained junior staff members on purchasing procedures, enhancing their ability to support department operations effectively.
- Established and managed supplier and vendor relationships.
- Studied and evaluated formal bids to award professional services contracts.
- Assisted in budget development and financial forecasting for the procurement department''s annual spend plan.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Developed contracts and terms for contracts and checked before acquired signatures.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Conducted periodic audits of procurement processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Head Procurement Agent
Indiana Department of Health
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Handled all procurement duties for the entire agency.
- Created requisitions to take to purchase order. Maintained all purchasing records.
- Made all special procurement requests and requests for quotation.
- Worked with programs to meet needs as quickly and efficiently as possible, answered inquiries within one day.
- Grant and contract management.
- Ensured compliance with all policies and regulations.
Purchasing Administrator II
Family and Social Services Administration
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Managed purchase orders from initiation to delivery, ensuring accurate documentation and timely fulfillment of requests.
- Managed vendor relationships effectively, addressing any issues promptly and professionally to maintain a healthy supplier network.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing an efficient procurement system, reducing order lead times and minimizing errors.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Managed all property and device leases.
Purchasing Administrator IV
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing an efficient procurement system, reducing order lead times and minimizing errors.
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
- Managed purchase orders from initiation to delivery, ensuring accurate documentation and timely fulfillment of requests.
Logistics Team Member
Target
07.2010 - 07.2017
- Managed inventory control for optimal stock levels, reducing waste and improving order fulfillment rates.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, maintaining strong relationships and minimizing delays.
- Trained new team members on best practices in logistics operations, fostering a supportive work culture that prioritized teamwork and collaboration.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to increased accuracy in order fulfillment.
- Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies.
Education
Nursing
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA05-2014
High School Diploma -
Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN05-2006
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Strategic sourcing
- Procurement
- Contracting
- Vendor management
- PeopleSoft
- Purchasing strategies development
- Document preparation
Timeline
Head Procurement Agent
Indiana Office of Technology
11.2022 - Current
Head Procurement Agent
Indiana Department of Health
11.2021 - 11.2022
Purchasing Administrator II
Family and Social Services Administration
08.2018 - 12.2021
Purchasing Administrator IV
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
07.2017 - 08.2018
Logistics Team Member
Target
07.2010 - 07.2017
Nursing
San Diego Mesa College
High School Diploma -
Warren Central High School
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