Mahara Mardankhani
Toronto,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented procurement and supply chain professional with 5+ years of experience supporting end-to-end purchasing, supplier coordination, and solve problems in manufacturing and corporate environments. Proven ability to manage purchase orders, supplier relationships, invoice processing, resolve conflicts, and internal stakeholder coordination. Experienced in working with cross-functional teams, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting procurement lifecycles from request through closeout. Known for strong organizational skills, communicate effectively, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, compliance-driven environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities and Procurement Administrator
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP
Toronto, Ontario
05.2022 - Current
- Reviewing RFQ, and placing order.
- Supporting office-wide procurement management for supplies, equipment, and printer devices .
- Managing inventory levels, monitoring usage, and proactively reordering materials.
- Coordinating with vendors to source and procure supplies and related equipment, including requesting quotations, evaluating pricing and specifications, negotiating terms, and ensuring timely delivery.
- Processing and verifying invoices, delivery documentation, and order confirmations.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to assess operational needs and prioritize requests in a fast-paced, professional environment.
- Training and supporting team members on print and mail procedures, inventory tracking, ordering processes, and supply usage to ensure consistency and operational efficiency.
- Coordinating incoming and outgoing mail, and courier services, tracking deliveries, and resolving issues as required.
Copy Center Associate
Staples Company
Toronto, Ontario
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Operated high-speed printing and copying equipment for various customer projects.
- Assisted customers with selecting appropriate printing options and materials.
- Maintained inventory of paper, ink, and printing supplies efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order completion.
- Managed workflow to prioritize urgent projects effectively throughout shifts.
Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist
Noruz Paraffin Wax Manufacturing Company
Tehran, Iran
09.2017 - 07.2021
- Managed procurement and supplier coordination for raw materials, packaging, and operational supplies, supporting manufacturing operations.
- Conducted supplier benchmarking and market analysis to identify and evaluate potential new vendors based on pricing, capability, quality, and reliability.
- Led vendor selection and new supplier onboarding, including RFQ/RFP execution, proposal evaluation, due diligence, commercial alignment, documentation, and integration into approved supplier lists.
- Placed and tracked purchase orders, evaluated supplier pricing, and reviewed cost variances to support cost-effective sourcing decisions.
- Supported risk review and mitigation related to supplier availability, lead times.
- Coordinated international shipments of materials, including selecting appropriate delivery terms and Incoterms, and working with vendors and logistics providers to ensure on-time delivery.
- Communicated regularly with vendors and suppliers to negotiate and resolve issues.
- Provided regular updates and reports to senior management regarding procurement status, supplier performance, and supply risks.
- Collaborated with production and operations teams to align supply chain planning with manufacturing schedules.
Education
Bachelor: Software Enginering
Azad University of Tehran
Tehran09-2016
Skills
- Procurement and supply chain operations
- Communication skills
- Ability to prioritize
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Detail-oriented
- Continuous learning
- Adaptability
- Time management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Timeline
Facilities and Procurement Administrator
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP
05.2022 - Current
Copy Center Associate
Staples Company
09.2021 - 05.2022
Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist
Noruz Paraffin Wax Manufacturing Company
09.2017 - 07.2021
Bachelor: Software Enginering
Azad University of Tehran