Standardized processes, supported migration to cloud-based SAAS technology, cross-divisional demand planning, and created a professional development environment in Supply Chain. Managed high volume service categories focused on negotiating and implementing new contracts for advertising, legal, and security purchasing areas with an annual budget of $22M+. Supervised external consultant in creating and implementing sourcing contracts and category strategy goals, including should-cost modeling, market analysis, benchmarking, and demand planning. Continued responsibilities of Procurement Specialist-Supply Chain Transformation Team Leader described in role below.

Developed and executes strategy for initiatives and projects, supporting the five-year goal of creating a Supply Chain Center of Excellence. Utilizes business partner personas to develop change management material to help internal stakeholders understand the link between the overall transformation and individual business needs. Evaluated & analyzed categorical spend and service requirements while identifying opportunities to consolidate supply base and negotiate high quality contracts at a competitive price. Mentored and trained new Sourcing Analysts and Specialists on sourcing processes, system usage, and organizational procedures.

Managed critical material categories with an annual spend of $85M+ while developing business strategies focused on enhancing the supplier management experience and reducing cost through improved demand forecasting and market analysis. Established request for proposals (RFP) and request for information (RFI) then analyzed vendor responses, creating scorecards for proposal evaluation and executive summaries for senior leader review and approval. Mentored and trained new Sourcing Analyst and Specialists on sourcing processes and procedures, SAAS navigation, supplier relationships, and category management strategies.

Forecasted and co-managed $3.5M departmental budget for the leadership development team within Human Resources. Developed process flows and training documents, highlighting the proper buying channels for the procurement of professional services. Collaborated with Brand Manager, Human Resources, Facilities Management, and the Training and Development Team to manage yearly corporate training schedule for 140+ days of workshops.