MFakheem

Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist

Quantum Concierge Services

Apr 2026 - Present • 6 mos

Supporting U.S. government procurement and supply chain operations for federal, state, and local government agencies. Key responsibilities include: • Researching and evaluating government bidding opportunities. • Managing supplier sourcing, pricing negotiations, and quotation preparation. • Coordinating procurement activities for government agencies, including LADWP, City of Columbus, SEPTA, and DART. • Managing purchase orders, vendor communications, delivery schedules, and shipment tracking. • Preparing invoices and coordinating payment follow-ups. • Assisting with SAM.gov registration, UEI and CAGE code requirements, and vendor registration processes. • Reviewing procurement specifications, supplier quotations, and contract requirements. • Maintaining procurement records, bid tracking sheets, and operational reports. Experienced in managing multiple government procurement activities, coordinating suppliers, and supporting order execution from sourcing through delivery.

Government Registration and Grant Submission Specialist

Self employed / Freelance

Jun 2022 - Present • 4 yrs 4 mos

Provided freelance government registration, business setup, and federal grant application support for a U.S.-based business. Key responsibilities included: • Assisting with SAM.gov registration and UEI/CAGE code requirements. • Supporting U.S. business registration documentation and administrative processes. • Researching federal SBIR/STTR grant opportunities through U.S. Army and Navy programs. • Reviewing funding announcements, eligibility criteria, deadlines, and submission requirements. • Completing administrative application fields and organizing client-provided documentation. • Uploading technical proposals and supporting files through federal submission portals. • Assisting with budget data entry and required cost documentation. • Coordinating with the client to resolve submission issues and meet deadlines. Focused on accurate research, administrative support, and government application submission assistance.

Senior Bidding Officer

Planet Cellular Inc • Vollzeit

Aug 2023 - Mar 2025 • 1 yr 7 mos

Worked in the Execution and Bidding Department, supporting U.S. federal, state, and local government procurement operations. Key responsibilities included: • Researching government contract opportunities and identifying relevant RFQs, RFPs, and tenders. • Sourcing products from U.S. suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers. • Requesting and comparing supplier quotations, pricing, availability, and delivery timelines. • Preparing and submitting government bids and quotations. • Coordinating purchase orders, contract execution, and supplier communications. • Monitoring shipments, tracking deliveries, and resolving order-related issues. • Supporting procurement documentation, contract compliance, and customer communication. Developed practical experience in government contracting, competitive sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations.