A forward-thinking procurement professional with a track record for developing high-performing teams built on best practices and recognized for achieving measurable results. A strategic leader, able to combine procurement expertise and operational excellence in order to create a competitive advantage for organizations. An energetic individual with extensive cross-category experience who is adept at fostering deep relationship with key stakeholders in face-paced environments. An accomplished professional with an aptitude to create innovative strategies to manage complex global categories & programs. Skilled at leading and leveraging procurement initiatives to enable organizations to adapt to meet rapidly changing conditions while minimizing corporate risk.Industry Experience: Life Sciences, Insurance, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, Information Technology, and BiotechnologySpecialties: Indirect & Direct Procurement, Contract Management, Travel Management, Corporate Credit Card Administration, Program Management, Negotiations (Domestic & Global), Stakeholder Management, eSourcing, Ariba Systems (Contract, Sourcing, and P2P Modules), Supplier Relationship Management, Purchasing, Operations, Accounts Payable
Listed skills include Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Process Improvement, and 46 others.