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Taunton, Ma, Us

Norton, Ma, Us

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Worcester, Massachusetts, United States

● Led cross-functional procurement projects for acquiring appropriate goods and services for the best value in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, polices and procedures in a timely manner in support of the Commission's mission, goals, strategies and practices.● Collaborated with staff to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, success criteria and strategic cross-functional alignment. ● Sought opportunities to resolve problems, achieve goals and to otherwise… Show more ● Led cross-functional procurement projects for acquiring appropriate goods and services for the best value in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, polices and procedures in a timely manner in support of the Commission's mission, goals, strategies and practices.● Collaborated with staff to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, success criteria and strategic cross-functional alignment. ● Sought opportunities to resolve problems, achieve goals and to otherwise advance the Commission's mission.● Managed stakeholders' expectations and project success outcomes.● Coordinated with cross-discipline team members to ensure all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, budget and schedules.● Developed and implemented procedures and guidelines for the procurement process to meet the Commission's objective and goals.● Collaborated with legal department staff to develop and enhance polices and procedures for contract execution and management processes.● Monitored the procurement schedule and contract effective dates.● Provided technical assistance and training on the procurement processes to department heads, contract managers, the Finance Department and Commissioners.● Conducted regular monitoring of contract spending activity and ran reporting for contract managers and the Finance Department.● Assisted with ensuring contract records in MMARS are accurate and up-to-date, including preparation of encumbrances and close-out of the fiscal year. Show less

Boston

● Led the strategic sourcing process, including proposal development, evaluation and analysis, contractnegotiation and contract management.● Developed of the contractual language and terms and conditions for Statewide Contracts.● Provided support to vendors, eligible purchasing entities and all stakeholders within the sourcing lifecycle.● Led the contract negotiation process for pricing, key terms, service level requirements and otherperformance metrics.● Responsible for… Show more ● Led the strategic sourcing process, including proposal development, evaluation and analysis, contractnegotiation and contract management.● Developed of the contractual language and terms and conditions for Statewide Contracts.● Provided support to vendors, eligible purchasing entities and all stakeholders within the sourcing lifecycle.● Led the contract negotiation process for pricing, key terms, service level requirements and otherperformance metrics.● Responsible for leading cross-functional teams to manage the Statewide Contract sourcing process.● Analyzed category markets: assess risk and gather intelligence on fundamental conditions and technical information that impact the category. Developed sourcing category strategies based on market intelligence that was gathered.● Performed total cost of ownership evaluations, perform supply-market research, and conduct pricing and impact analysis.● Defined the Key Performance Indicators for each Statewide Contract under my direct management.● Managed vendors performance relative to contracted service levels and Key PerformanceIndicators. Identified and resolved performance issues to ensure customer satisfaction. Show less

Brockton, Ma

● Negotiated Vendor program agreements to increase company profitability● Monitored Vendor programs to ensure sales rebate targets are achieved and form action plans if goals are tracking under the benchmark● Reconciled Vendor rebates to guarantee correct and timely payment● Partnered with the marketing team on the execution of marketing campaigns to enhance the overall brand, drive customer traffic, and deliver return on investment● Developed go-to-market strategies for new… Show more ● Negotiated Vendor program agreements to increase company profitability● Monitored Vendor programs to ensure sales rebate targets are achieved and form action plans if goals are tracking under the benchmark● Reconciled Vendor rebates to guarantee correct and timely payment● Partnered with the marketing team on the execution of marketing campaigns to enhance the overall brand, drive customer traffic, and deliver return on investment● Developed go-to-market strategies for new product line expansions and complex company initiatives● Conducted product pricing analysis to verify products are competitively priced in the market● Reviewed sales reporting to measure the performance of product lines and effectiveness of marketing activities● Developed product assortment strategies for online and product catalog● Verified product content and images are accurate and visible online and in printed catalogs● Validated merchandise strategies and assortment plans meet company objectives and align with customer needs Show less

Framigham, Ma

● Evaluated new product opportunities by determining the return on investment of adding new products● Managed project timelines and led cross-functional business teams from idea conception to final delivery● Ensured products complied with Staples, ISO and ASTM test specifications. Verified independent testing labs adhered to these protocols● Responded quickly to product quality issues to limit customer exposure; implemented corrective action procedures with suppliers and testing… Show more ● Evaluated new product opportunities by determining the return on investment of adding new products● Managed project timelines and led cross-functional business teams from idea conception to final delivery● Ensured products complied with Staples, ISO and ASTM test specifications. Verified independent testing labs adhered to these protocols● Responded quickly to product quality issues to limit customer exposure; implemented corrective action procedures with suppliers and testing labs as necessary● Monitored customer returns and defective rates to identify trends and potential product issues● Led sourcing negotiations with suppliers and other price related evaluations● Reviewed and approved product specifications and changes, including packaging, pricing, and labeling● Provided financial and inventory forecasts for all new product launches and monitored their performance● Verified product content and images were accurate and visible on all active Staples websites● Coordinated with the Category Merchant and Marketing on the execution of various marketing programs● Maintained several project management databases including status updates and financial statistics● Generated and analyzed sales reporting to measure the performance of the business and marketing activities● Adjusted financial forecasts of new product launches based on sales reporting metrics. Show less

Framigham, Ma

● Managed the HP product assortment from new product selections to end of life transition plans● Developed and delivered training programs to the Account Management and Business Development Sales Teams● Served as the single point of contact between Staples and HP● Subject matter expert on HP’s products, procedures, promotional activities, and special pricing programs● Advised the Sales teams on large deal opportunities with HP● Partnered with the Marketing team on the… Show more ● Managed the HP product assortment from new product selections to end of life transition plans● Developed and delivered training programs to the Account Management and Business Development Sales Teams● Served as the single point of contact between Staples and HP● Subject matter expert on HP’s products, procedures, promotional activities, and special pricing programs● Advised the Sales teams on large deal opportunities with HP● Partnered with the Marketing team on the creation, development, and implementation of key marketing strategies● Acted as the key cross-channel liaison among all business units to ensure alignment on product and selling methodologies● Strategically created promotional plans and developed funding requests to drive HP sales and market share ● Verified HP products displayed online had accessory and up-selling opportunities visible to the customer to drive company sales● Assessed and evaluated budget needs to effectively support HP goals● Generated and distributed product performance, customer penetration, and market trend reports to management Show less

Framingham, Ma

● Evaluated the product assortment for opportunities to enhance product sourcing strategies● Assisted Category Merchants in product selection based on sales metrics for catalog placement● Supported Category Merchants to meet and/or exceed budgeted sales and margin● Partnered with Vendors and internal cross-functional teams to produce catalogs, technology guides, and other marketing materials● Managed the new item setup and maintenance processes● Coordinated with the… Show more ● Evaluated the product assortment for opportunities to enhance product sourcing strategies● Assisted Category Merchants in product selection based on sales metrics for catalog placement● Supported Category Merchants to meet and/or exceed budgeted sales and margin● Partnered with Vendors and internal cross-functional teams to produce catalogs, technology guides, and other marketing materials● Managed the new item setup and maintenance processes● Coordinated with the appropriate business units to meet the target activation date for new items● Investigated cost discrepancies; verified the accuracy of cost increases and confirmed they were within the Vendors program agreement● Tracked and communicated changes in product demand, packaging and returns Show less

Framingham, Ma

● Processed $2 million of purchase orders annually● Ensured all purchase orders were accurately processed and resolved a variety of issues including; cancellations, back-orders, rush requests, return requests and other post sale support ● Partnered with Accounts Payable to resolve billing and payment disputes● Completed product quoting requests from the Contract Sales teams● Negotiated bid pricing with Vendors to deliver the best possible price for our customers●… Show more ● Processed $2 million of purchase orders annually● Ensured all purchase orders were accurately processed and resolved a variety of issues including; cancellations, back-orders, rush requests, return requests and other post sale support ● Partnered with Accounts Payable to resolve billing and payment disputes● Completed product quoting requests from the Contract Sales teams● Negotiated bid pricing with Vendors to deliver the best possible price for our customers● Facilitated and processed new item set-up requests● Assisted potential Vendors with the Vendor program agreement and the new vendor setup process● Requested product samples from Vendors to ensure quality control Show less

Leominster, Ma

Dedham, Ma

Bachelors, Business Management

Activities and Societies: Framingham State Soccer Team

Associates, Business Management