Melody A. Rivera
Knoxville
Summary
Operations and procurement specialist with extensive experience in fast-paced sectors, managing complex procurement lifecycles and optimizing workflows. Successfully coordinates logistics for enterprise research teams, ensuring compliance and timely project completion. Proven track record in managing vendor relationships and driving financial accuracy through effective documentation and audits.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Operations & Procurement Specialist
Contract Operations & Procurement Specialist
04.2024 - Current
- Managed procurement and operational support for enterprise research and laboratory teams in a highly regulated environment, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed 250+ active procurement requests simultaneously from intake through order fulfillment and closure.
- Source vendors, evaluate supplier quotes, and issue purchase orders ensuring cost efficiency and compliance.
- Served as primary liaison among internal teams, laboratories, suppliers, and global distributors to resolve order and logistics issues efficiently.
- Oversee invoice approvals, procurement documentation, and financial controls to ensure accurate payment processing.
- Support international shipments by managing HTS codes, ECCN classifications, and trade documentation.
- Assisted in supplier onboarding, updated payment terms, and facilitated vendor qualification to enhance procurement processes.
- Conduct monthly financial audits and credit card compliance reviews.
Construction Project Coordinator
SureSite Consulting Group
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Coordinated documentation and operational workflows for multi-site telecom infrastructure projects, enhancing project delivery timelines.
- Implemented improved documentation workflows that increased project tracking efficiency.
- Prepared Notice to Proceed documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for project initiation.
- Managed purchase orders and invoices, facilitating accurate financial coordination with accounting teams.
- Supported large telecom clients including T-Mobile and Dish Network.
- Supported telecom infrastructure development projects across multiple national clients.
- Mentored and trained new employees on project management systems and internal procedures.
Senior Project Coordinator
SAC Wireless
07.2017 - 08.2021
- Coordinated operational activities for telecom construction and infrastructure programs, ensuring seamless project execution.
- Managed project financials, including purchase orders, invoice approvals, and budget adjustments, to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Facilitated collaboration among vendors, internal teams, and project managers to meet project deadlines.
- Forecasted budget increases and tracked procurement activity across multiple projects.
- Maintained procurement documentation and financial reporting.
- Trained and mentored new team members on company systems and operational procedures.
Construction Project Coordinator
Comcast Cable
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed project status tracking, reporting, and documentation for telecom construction projects.
- Coordinated project managers, vendors, and internal departments to facilitate project execution and resolve issues.
- Monitored project progress and produced operational reports to ensure timely completion of project milestones.
- Supported construction and installation teams by streamlining communication and resource allocation.
- (Contract)
Project Controls Specialist
SAC Wireless
04.2013 - 01.2016
- Coordinated project activities and tracked financials for site development teams and engineering groups.
- Coordinated between project administrators, accounting teams, and engineering departments.
- Oversaw purchase order approvals and processed check requests for multiple telecom projects.
- Developed standardized processes for procurement and financial documentation.
- Analyzed site leases and updated project data in internal systems.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance
Pima Community College
Tucson, ArizonaSkills
- Procurement operations
- Vendor and supplier management
- Contract coordination
- Project and program management
- Purchase order management
- Financial compliance and invoice review
- Global shipping compliance
- Process improvement and optimization
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Remote team coordination
- Budget tracking and forecasting
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- SharePoint expertise
- Project tracking systems
- Operational leadership
- Vendor negotiation strategies
- Financial documentation compliance
- Training and mentorship
Earlier Experience
- Office Assistant / Receptionist, Royce Realty & Management
- Accounting Services Manager, USA Baby
- Administrative / Sales Support, SmartHealth
- Underwriting Assistant, Homeowners Loan Corp
Timeline
Contract Operations & Procurement Specialist
Contract Operations & Procurement Specialist
04.2024 - Current
Construction Project Coordinator
SureSite Consulting Group
08.2021 - 03.2024
Senior Project Coordinator
SAC Wireless
07.2017 - 08.2021
Construction Project Coordinator
Comcast Cable
05.2016 - 06.2017
Project Controls Specialist
SAC Wireless
04.2013 - 01.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance
Pima Community College