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Hellen Carolina Hernández

@hellencarolinahernnd

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Professional with +5 years of experience in market research, and supplier relationship management

Honduras

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values sustainable practices and offers growth opportunities.

I am a dedicated procurement specialist with extensive experience in managing procurement processes and conducting market research for goods and services. My journey in procurement began with a strong educational foundation, culminating in a BSc in Administrative Informatics, where I graduated Cum Laude. I have honed my skills through various roles, including my current position at DAI Global, where I lead the procurement process for significant projects, ensuring timely and efficient acquisition of essential services.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed procurement operations for diverse projects, including acquiring educational materials and services that directly contribute to community development. My ability to build strong relationships with vendors and partners has been instrumental in achieving project goals. I am also passionate about sustainable public purchasing, as evidenced by my recent certifications in this area, which I believe are crucial for fostering responsible procurement practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Procurement Specialist

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DAI Global / USAID

Nov 2024 - Present (6 months)

Lead the procurement process for Blanket Purchase Agreements and manage acquisition processes for RFQs and RFPs, ensuring effective procurement of food services for project events.

Procurement Market Research RFP Blanket Purchase Agreements Vendor Management Microsoft Excel Project Management

Procurement Assistant

DAI Global / USAID

Jan 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 9 months)

Managed procurement for educational supplies and services, achieving project goals in education and entrepreneurship, including the acquisition of over 90,000 educational books.

Procurement Vendor Management Educational Supplies Project Management Microsoft Excel Budget Management Contract Negotiation

Administrative Clerk (Contracts)

United Nations Volunteers

Jul 2020 - Jul 2022 (2 years)

Managed and processed contracts for field contractors, ensuring timely payroll and stipends for over 1,000 contractors across multiple departments.

Contract Management Payroll Processing Administrative Support Microsoft Excel Communication Skills Vendor Relations

Temporary Procurement Agent

U.S. Embassy in Honduras

Apr 2018 - Jul 2019 (1 year 3 months)

Completed procurement processes for translation services and supplies, conducting market research and price analysis to align with U.S. procurement policies.

Procurement Market Research Pricing Analysis Contract Negotiation Microsoft Excel Vendor Management