Veronica Tixier

Self-motivated, organized and detail oriented individual who exemplifies professionalism, and an ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at any given moment. Demonstrated leadership with facilitating critical operational functions for start up research and development company consisting of establishing multiple business controls including vendor accounts, contracts, licenses and business processes. Managed overall operations of 110,000 square foot facility. Responsible for facilities, EHS, security, accounts payable and administrative operational functions. Served as representative on various regulatory issues. Carried out operational responsibilities in accordance with company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities included facilitating coordination and communication between support functions, managing projects, reviewing contracts and negotiating terms & pricing, reviewing budget in collaboration with department heads, CSO, and Senior Operations Manager, planning, assigning and directing work and addressing issues that affect the company’s operations and managing contracts and maintenance for critical scientific lab instrumentation.Chemical Sourcing & Inventory Specialist for R&D chemistry at the Tucson Innovation Center. Directing the chemistry procurement, sourcing and inventory management for the progression of scientific projects while pursuing cost savings. Achieved measurable cost savings of 300k in year 2013, exhibiting improved order processing and inventory efficacy and awarded the highest performance achievement at the Tucson site.Senior Coordinator for North America Site Services at the Tucson Research Center providing diverse administrative expertise to support staffing, site activities, special projects, and provide support across Sanofi’s North American divisions. Previous experience included: Established and maintained business controls for senior executive management as well as proposals and contract processes. GS-05 Administrative Clerk and sole administrative clerk for John Martin Reservoir Project/Albuquerque District US Army Corps of Engineers; provided support as Procurement Analyst for government construction projects; appointed as Authorized Agent to sign property accounting documents. Managed all facets of a retail fashion store; provided excellent customer service.