1. Robyn Owens
5000 Six Point Trail Raleigh, North Carolina 27616
919.349.8869  robynowens@bellsouth.net
Procurement/Purchasing Agent
Comprehensiveexperiencein supplymanagement, financial analysis, trackingbudgetexpenses, vendorrelationships,
and purchasingsupplies forleadingnational andglobal organizations. Strong expertise in creating, negotiating, and
executingcontractsforvariousprocurementcategories. Accomplished inthe abilitytomeettightdeadlines,evaluate
and monitor projects, and achieve business goals.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Organization • Customer Service • Project Management • Cost Reduction • Written and Verbal Communications
Procurement Support • Key Performance Indicator Definition • Documentation Skills • Contract Negotiation
Supplier Evaluation • Product Knowledge • Apprise Software • Project Tracking and Progress Reports • Budget
Management • Process / Procedure Improvement • Microsoft Office
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BOB BARKER COMPANY, Fuquay-Varina, NC 2014 – 2016
Buyer
Reviewandprocessdropshipandstock ordersforthe OfficersOnlyproductline,offeringhigh-qualitysuppliesand
servicesforcorrectionsofficersanddetentioncenters. Manage relationshipswithsuppliers,includingnegotiating
pricing,contract terms,and agreementexecution.Collaborate withaccountmanagers,salesspecialists,and
customerservice regardingproductquestions,newproducts,returns, andcredits. Partnerwiththe marketing
departmenttoreviewproductsincludedinthe catalog andonthe website. Creationof productitemnumbersonall
newproducts. Partnercloselywiththe Bid’sdepartment withRFQsand RFPson potential new opportunities by
researchingthe specificationsandcompilingthe productsandcostsassociatedwiththemtosubmitthe RFQ or RFP
ina timelyfashion.
Key Accomplishments:
 Negotiated higher discount with supplier to save an additional 8%.
 Increased net terms from 30 to 45 days with numerous suppliers.
ENTEGRION, INC., Research Triangle Park, NC 2013 – 2013
Project Coordinator(Temporary)
Supervisedteam andtracked budget and data for project during clinical trial phase. Coordinated weekly meetings,
recorded notes, and obtained supplies needed. Organized the Investigational New Drug (IND) Annual Report and
Amendments for electronic submission to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
GLAXOSMITHKLINE, Research Triangle Park, NC 1997 – 2012
ProcurementBuyer  2004 – 2012
Created, negotiated, and executed Master Service Agreements, amendments, and confidentiality disclosure
agreements. Establishedstructured procurement support for several Research and Development units. Developed
supplier management program and formed key performance indicators. Prepared monthly reports for the Vice
Presidentto highlight elements that increased the value of our product or service, compliance efforts, and project
progress.
Key Accomplishments:
 Spearheaded global and regional development of procurement strategies for key preclinical strategies,
delivering 20% sustainable cost reductions.

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 Recipientof two OutstandingPerformance awards –one formeetingtightdeadlinesandanother for
showingahighlevel of commitmentand focus.
Administrative Assistant 1997 – 2004
Performed clerical andoffice support duties forateam of 14 employees. Maintainedcalendarforall teammembers,
schedulingmeetingsanddocumentingdiscussions. Generated monthlyexpense reports,reconciledcreditcard
statements,andpreparedandtrackeddepartmental budgets.
Key Accomplishments:
 Managed the shared computer network.
 Created and maintained department Lotus Notes database.
Previous position was Legal Administrative Assistant for Cheshire, Parker, Hughes & Manning from 1992-1996.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, NC Wesleyan College, Durham, NC (Graduate 2017)
Associate of Applied Science, Business Administration, Wake Technical Community College, Raleigh, NC (2015)
Business Administration Certificate, Briarcliffe College, Patchogue, NY (1985)
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
North Carolina Notary Public
Accounting Certification, Wake Technical Community College, Raleigh, NC (2015)