Carla Smith
Process Efficiency ★ Client-Focused Service ★ Change Management ★ Strategic Sourcing ★ Procurement Strategy ★ Automation ★ Process Improvement
- Role
- Contracts and Procurement Manager at Travel Oregon
- Location
- Portland, OR, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Carla Smith
Results-driven procurement professional with over 22 years of comprehensive experience in…
Experience
Contracts and Procurement Manager
Feb 2025 — Present · Portland, OR, US
Procurement Program Development & Strategy: Develop and coordinate procurement strategies with the Department of Justice Implement vendor planning, purchasing, and risk management best practices Align vendor management strategies with organizational goalsVendor Selection, Onboarding, and Performance Management: Lead vendor selection, onboarding, and relationship management Evaluate vendor capabilities and conduct performance reviews Serve as the primary contact for vendorsContract Management and Negotiation: Lead contract negotiations focusing on cost-effectiveness and quality Draft, review, and manage contracts ensuring compliance with state regulations Develop procurement forecasting and manage RFPs, RFQs, and RFIsReporting and Compliance: Generate and present reports on vendor performance and procurement activities Monitor procurement procedure adherence and assess risks Conduct audits and implement strategies for compliance and efficiencyAudit and Efficiency Implementation: Conducting audits and implementing strategies for compliance and efficiency
Education
Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business
BS, Marketing Management
Troy University
Master of Science - MS, Human Resource Management
Skills
- Event Planning
- Customer Service
- Procurement
- Contract Negotiation
- Training
- Team Building
- Management
- Vendor Management
- Research
- Staff Development
- Leadership Development
- Negotiation
- Sourcing
- Microsoft Office
- Inventory Management
- Strategic Planning
- Public Speaking
- Process Improvement
- Teaching
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