Matthew Ferreira
Enigma,GA
Summary
Procurement Manager with GCPM/GCPA certification experienced in public sector procurement, contracts, and operations. Led procurement lifecycle, managing $22.2M in supplier payments and ensuring compliance across multiple processes. Background includes employee relations, benefits administration, and process improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, Georgia
04.2025 - Current
- Oversaw $22.2M in Supplier Payments in FY26
- Manage the contract development process, including renewals and agreements.
- Oversaw contract development, processing, and execution, providing guidance and administrative technical assistance.
- Develop and administer solicitations such as Request for Quotes(RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP)
- Review and analyze contracts to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
- Perform and oversee the performance of contract compliance monitoring activities, including programmatic and fiscal compliance monitoring.
- Identified risks and implemented strategies to effectively mitigate them.
- Develop and apply professional knowledge of procurement, including the Georgia Procurement Manual (GPM) and related rules and regulations.
- Communicated purchasing policies and procedures to personnel, offering guidance and assistance to end users.
- Assist in the preparation and issuance of various monthly and annual reports.
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and service standards.
Employee Relations Specialist
Hyundai Mobis, MNAE
Ellabell, Georgia
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews and reference checks.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members through mediation or other methods of dispute resolution.
- Advised managers on effective communication techniques for handling difficult situations involving employees.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from employees regarding their rights under applicable labor laws.
- Cultivated relationships with employees to enhance well-being and maintain high engagement levels.
- Analyzed employee feedback surveys to identify areas of improvement or potential risks within the organization.
- Collaborated with front-line leadership to strengthen labor and management interactions, which led to a decrease in grievances and arbitration needs.
- Investigated allegations of discrimination or harassment in the workplace.
- Prepared reports summarizing key findings from investigations into workplace misconduct.
- Organized team-building activities designed to foster positive working relationships among staff members.
- Conducted investigations into employee concerns and complaints.
- Mediated discussions between parties in cases of labor disputes.
- Worked closely with HR teams on initiatives aimed at improving morale amongst employees.
- Developed and implemented employee relations policies and procedures.
- Provided advice and guidance on employment law, policies, and procedures.
- Developed and implemented targeted strategies that enhanced employee satisfaction.
- Developed processes for resolving disputes between employers and workers in a timely manner.
- Monitored changes in legislation that may affect employee relations practices.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local laws related to labor relations.
Employee Benefits Specialist
Bryan County Schools
Ellabell, Georgia
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Provide benefits and workers' compensation support to 1600+ employees
- Facilitated timely payment of 32 benefit premiums, ensuring uninterrupted employee coverage
- Reconciled monthly benefits premiums with payroll deductions to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Maintained accurate monthly reports of new hires and terminations for State Health Benefit Plan and Campus Benefits
- Presented benefits information at monthly new hire orientations
- Provided retirement support for the Teacher Retirement System and Public School Employment Retirement System
- Process new hire forms including federal tax, state tax, and direct deposit forms
- Manage Employee Self Service system
- Ensured accurate payroll deductions for all employees
- Assist in designing the employee perks program
- Report all workers compensation claims
- Assist our Workers' Comp insurance company in investigations
- Assist Workers' Comp attorneys in claims hearing and settlement
- Collaborated with the Human Resources Coordinator on FMLA administration
- Assist employees with leave questions and concerns
- Organized and recruited at job fairs for Bryan County Schools
- Managed time and attendance for Central Office staff
Operations Specialist
Bryan County Schools
Ellabell, Georgia
11.2016 - 10.2021
- Managed system fleet operations, including scheduling maintenance, selling surplus vehicles, and purchasing new vehicles to ensure optimal performance and availability.
- Executed implementation of Verstrans bus routing and school districting software, enhancing routing accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Updated bus routes using efficiencies created by Verstrans software, streamlining transportation operations.
- Conducted training sessions for staff members on Verstrans software
- Prepared RFQs and RFPs for the Operations division
- Posted bids to the DOAS portal
- Managed insurance policies for all system vehicles and facilities
- Supported and assisted the Assistant Superintendent over school system operations
- Draft new districts using mapping software and presented them to superintendent for review
- Ensured accurate tracking of 60+ employee hours for transportation department
Congressional Intern
Representative Buddy Carter
Georgia First Congressional District & Washington, DC
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Collaborated on speech development, aligning messaging with constituent concerns
- Resolved constituent issues through direct case management, improving service delivery
- Supported the congressman at district events, enhancing community engagement
- Attended briefings on behalf of the congressmen and reported back with summaries
- Answered phone calls in the congressman's office
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership-Public Administration
University Of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12-2026
Georgia Certified Procurement Manager -
State of Georgia
Tifton, GA05.2025
Georgia Certified Procurement Administrator -
State of Georgia
Tifton, GA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Bryan County High School
Pembroke, GA05.2014
Skills
- Contract administration
- Solicitation development
- Budget management
- Risk Management
- Process reviewing
- Fleet Management
- Employee Relations
- Workplace investigations
- Dispute resolution
- Training development
- Effective Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Human Resources
- Workplace culture enhancement
- Payroll Support
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
04.2025 - Current
Employee Relations Specialist
Hyundai Mobis, MNAE
05.2024 - 04.2025
Employee Benefits Specialist
Bryan County Schools
10.2021 - 05.2024
Operations Specialist
Bryan County Schools
11.2016 - 10.2021
Congressional Intern
Representative Buddy Carter
07.2016 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership-Public Administration
University Of West Georgia
Georgia Certified Procurement Manager -
State of Georgia
Georgia Certified Procurement Administrator -
State of Georgia
High School Diploma -
Bryan County High School