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Wacine Vidal

@wacinevidal

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Senior Purchasing Specialist with expertise in procurement and project management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

I am a dedicated Senior Purchasing Specialist with a proven track record in procurement and project management. My experience includes collaborating with executive leadership to enhance financial planning and communication within organizations. At Lutheran Social Services of New York, I supervised a purchasing team, managing significant monthly expenditures and ensuring the integrity of financial documents during audits.

Previously, as a Procurement Manager at DotDash Meredith, I successfully managed procurement operations across multiple verticals, achieving cost reductions while overseeing the procurement of over 1,000 products monthly. My role involved close collaboration with finance teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate reporting, demonstrating my commitment to operational excellence and strategic alignment.

With a background in technical assistance and project management, I bring a unique blend of analytical and leadership skills. My education in Software Engineering and certifications in project management further enhance my ability to contribute effectively to any team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Purchasing Specialist

Lutheran Social Services of New York

Feb 2024 - Dec 2024 (10 months)

Collaborated with the Chief Financial Officer on strategic financial planning and strengthened communication between the finance department and executive leadership. Supervised a purchasing team of four, managing a monthly expenditure of $250,000.

Strategic Finance Team Supervision Internal Audit

Procurement Manager

DotDash Meredith

Dec 2021 - Jan 2024 (2 years 1 month)

Managed procurement operations across ten diverse verticals, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Collaborated with finance teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy in Form 1099 reporting.

Procurement Management Budget Oversight Procurement

Assistant Project Manager

MD Logistics

May 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 7 months)

Maintained effective communication with dispatchers, contractors, and colleagues to ensure seamless operations. Contributed to the design process by providing input on scheduling, budgeting, and plan specifications.

Communication Scheduling Budgeting Technical Support Project Coordination

Technical Assistant

Stereo Drive Inc.

Apr 2018 - Apr 2019 (1 year)

Performed administrative duties such as data entry, document retrieval, calendar organization, and appointment scheduling for the front office. Managed and analyzed budgetary expense spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel and supported recruitment initiatives.

Data Entry Document Management Calendar Organization Budget Analysis Microsoft Excel

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Noble Desktop

Software Engineering Certification, Software Engineering

Completed a comprehensive program in software engineering. Gained proficiency in various programming languages and development methodologies.

University at Albany, State University of New York

Bachelor of Arts, Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

Studied Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, and Cybersecurity. Developed a strong understanding of critical infrastructure protection and risk management.