Tristen Smith
Lakewood
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Specialist with proven success at USMC Camp Pendleton, adept at managing supplier contracts and fostering effective communication. Recognized for mentoring junior team members and enhancing procurement processes, resulting in improved delivery timelines. Strong leadership and attention to detail drive successful outcomes in diverse environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
USMC Camp Pendleton
02.2021 - 02.2025
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Developed and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Coordinated closely with finance teams to monitor budgets and cash flow implications related to procurement activities.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Mentored junior procurement team members, sharing expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Church Youth Leader
Cottonwood Christian Center
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Mentored young individuals on personal and spiritual growth, resulting in an increase in overall youth group participation.
- Engaged youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
- Developed strong connections with youth members by organizing engaging and interactive group activities.
- Provided counseling to students with spiritual and personal issues and maintained relationships with students.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA06-2025
Skills
- Supplier contracts
- Effective communication
- Order placement
- Purchasing processes
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leadership
- Team collaboration
- Direct supervision
- Peer counseling
- Adaptive and fast learner
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Accomplishments
- ,Procured over $618,000 with effective time constraints.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Administrative Chief
- Supervised and mentored team of 8 staff members.
- Achieved 3416 transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Inventoried and managed an account well over 8 million dollars
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
USMC Camp Pendleton
02.2021 - 02.2025
Church Youth Leader
Cottonwood Christian Center
11.2018 - 01.2021
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Long Beach City College
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