SUPINYA SRITANAVIBOONCHAI
Bangkok
Summary
With over 15 years of experience in procurement, including a decade as a Procurement Agent at the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok, expertise includes managing comprehensive procurement processes. Proficient in handling local and offshore requests, responsibilities encompass overseeing special requests, high-profile purchases, and high-value contracts that support the mission of the U.S. Embassy. A strong commitment to enhancing procurement efficiency drives the pursuit of innovative strategies and solutions. This extensive background cultivates a fast learner, sharp problem solver, and detail-oriented procurement specialist capable of navigating complex tasks independently and collaboratively.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Agent
GSO, U.S. Embassy Bangkok
09.2015 - Current
- Responsible for local and overseas procurement of both commodities and services made by all requesting offices under the U.S. mission
- Ensure that all assigned requests are facilitated and processed in a timely manner
- Provide guidance and assistance to requesting offices in preparation of statement of work and supporting documents
- Plan and apply most appropriate procurement mechanism to each contract
- Review quotations, conduct market survey, price analysis and delivery terms
- Coordinate with Financial Management Controller to ensure fund availability
- Ensure that all contracts are in full compliance with Procurement's Regulation from A/OPE and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
- Maintain records and ensure completion of all required documents on Procurement system
- Completed a high value OPE model contract for Residential Teak Furniture in April 2023 that is worth as much as $584,189.
- Awarded 'Employee of the Month' in June 2018 for an outstanding performance in procurement to support the U.S. Embassy's major events in 2018, including 'Great and Good Friends' to commemorate 200th anniversary of Thai - U.S. friendship, and the Independence Day's reception
Librarian
Bangkok Patana School
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Performed librarian tasks, including organizing and maintaining the library's system and collections to make resources and materials readily available for users
- Designed and prepared campaigns and materials, such as displays, posters, flyers, to promote library activities and to encourage students to read
Music Administrator (Maternity Leave Cover)
Harrow International School
07.2011 - 08.2011
- Prepared the Music Staff Handbook and leaflet for parents
- Liaised with music administrators and teachers on music program scheduling, and worked with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of instruments and textbooks for new academic year
Acquisitions Officer
Harrow International School
10.2008 - 07.2014
- Sourced products and negotiated with suppliers for the best trade terms
- Procured books, digital media, educational materials and other related products for school's libraries and other departments and followed up to ensure timely delivery
- Organized book fairs, and student activities, such as a film club and a quiz show, including preparation of promotional materials and coordination with all parties involved, such as book suppliers and authors
- Generated budget plans and monthly reports with my comments and suggestions for Head Librarian to review
- Handled general enquiries about library matters and assisted students, parents and school staff in sourcing and purchasing books
- Represented Harrow Library Bangkok Team to set up a new library and assisted the librarian at Harrow Hong Kong during the first week of operation
Assistant Manager, Foreign Book Department
Asia Books Co., Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2008
- Sourced, selected, ordered non-fiction books from local and overseas publishers
- Set prices and strategies to help Asia Books achieve its sales targets in non-fiction category and to ensure that the prices are competitive
- Negotiated with publishers for the best terms and conditions
- Managed book inventory and stock turn of Non-Fiction category in accordance with the company's target
- Initiated and coordinated with the marketing department to come up with promotional campaigns for non-fiction category to boost sales
- Regularly visited stores to evaluate book merchandising and supervising sales staff for further improvement
- Met with sales representatives to discuss problems and provided adequate training for sales staff.
- Managed sales and stocks effectively, which played a major part in helping Asia Books to exceed its sales target in 2007 by 15%. Sales grew 14% in 2007 compared with 2006
Customer Service Officer
Asia Books Co., Ltd
03.2004 - 02.2006
- Corresponded with customers, handled inquiries and complaints, and assisted them with placing book orders and sourcing process
- Prepared a monthly report concerning customer's inquiries, complaints and made recommended solutions to the management
Ground Service Officer
Bangkok Airways
03.2003 - 03.2004
- Performed check-in procedure for Bangkok Airways' domestic passengers
- Extended service to passengers on departure and arrival flights, including special services to the VIPs and the unaccompanied
- Handled passengers' inquiries and complaints
Freelance Proof-Reader and Translator
Pradpriew Publishing
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Proofread a best-selling teen novel, 'Beautiful Creature,' and co-translated a teen novel, 'Evermore Book 1' (Immortal Series), from English to Thai
Freelance Interpreter
NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation
09.2007 - 09.2007
- Translated an interview from Thai to English for NHK's Japanese news reporter during his research on the early warning system in Thailand for disaster mitigation
Intern News Reporter
Bangkok Post's Student Weekly
03.2002 - 05.2002
- Reported on and wrote about news and events that interest young readership of the Bangkok Post's 'Student Weekly'
Education
Master of Arts - Language and Communication
The National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA)
01.2003
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Thammasat University
01.2000
Skills
Cost analysis
Problem-solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking
Problem-solving abilities
Time management abilities
Effective communication
Marketing and promotion
Managing reference catalog
Customer service
Staff training and development
Inventory management
Certification
Certificate in English Translation: Short Story and Novel, Faculty of Liberal Arts, English for Specific Purposes, Thammasat University, Bangkok, 2007-01-01
Training
- LE Procurement Workshop, FSI Online Training, 2022-01-01
- Data Analysis and Visualization, FSI U.S. Embassy Bangkok, 2021-01-01
- Purchase Card Basic and Advanced, FSI U.S. Embassy Bangkok, 2019-01-01
- Simplified Acquisition Procedures, FSI Online Training, 2019-01-01
- Shipping for Procurement, FSI Online Training, 2019-01-01
- Contract Administration Workshop, FSI, U.S. Embassy Bangkok, 2018-01-01
- Cross-Cultural Management, CLO U.S. Embassy Bangkok, 2017-01-01
- VIP Visits Support Training, FSI U.S. Embassy Bangkok, 2017-01-01
- FSN Commercial Acquisitions, FSI, Washington, D.C., United States, 2016-01-01
- Negotiation Skills Training, Asia Books Co., Ltd., 2007-01-01
- Telephone Manner and Service Excellence Seminar, Asia Books Co., Ltd., 2006-01-01
Timeline
Procurement Agent
GSO, U.S. Embassy Bangkok
09.2015 - Current
Librarian
Bangkok Patana School
08.2014 - 07.2015
Music Administrator (Maternity Leave Cover)
Harrow International School
07.2011 - 08.2011
Freelance Proof-Reader and Translator
Pradpriew Publishing
01.2009 - 01.2010
Acquisitions Officer
Harrow International School
10.2008 - 07.2014
Freelance Interpreter
NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation
09.2007 - 09.2007
Assistant Manager, Foreign Book Department
Asia Books Co., Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2008
Customer Service Officer
Asia Books Co., Ltd
03.2004 - 02.2006
Ground Service Officer
Bangkok Airways
03.2003 - 03.2004
Intern News Reporter
Bangkok Post's Student Weekly
03.2002 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Thammasat University
Master of Arts - Language and Communication
The National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA)