15+ years of proven management experience with exceptional analytical skills. Responsible for the hands-on, day-to-day management of Global Procurement, operations, and processes. Achieved operational efficiency by strategic selection of products, services, and vendors that delivered the best possible price, quality, service, and overall terms.

• Executed and implemented sourcing strategies in various indirect categories including HR Services, Hardware products, Corporate Marketing, IT Hardware, IT Software, IT Communications, Professional Services (Legal, R&D Services, Engineering Services), Real Estate/Facilities Logistics, Store Fixtures & Supplies, Corrugate, Travel, Meeting Planning, Corporate Travel & P-Card, Office Supplies, Temp. Staffing, Express Mail, Print. Achieved savings benefits ranging from 6% to 25% annually.
• An outstanding leader, manager, coach, and mentor with a remarkable ability to uncover root causes and train teams to discover previously unrealized solutions with a focus on values and culture.
• Creative problem solver with the ability to multitask seamlessly skilled in collaborating with all members of an organization to achieve business and financial objectives by identifying opportunities for innovation.
• Highly analytical thinker with expertise in Strategic Planning / Planning, Contract Writing / Negotiation, Vendor Sourcing / Relations, Project Administration, Government Grants, Policies / Procedures Development, Facility Operations, Team Building, Training, Workflow Prioritization, Cost-Saving Initiatives, and Customer Services.

Training and Skills

• RFX Process
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt
• Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
• SAP/Concur Admin
• Ariba/Optimus Contracts Database