Heather M. Gillis, Ccwp Email & Phone Number

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Strategic-minded professional leading a team of sourcing & procurement professionals in delivering shareholder value by tailoring sourcing strategies to reduce the total cost of ownership and minimize risk for the University. Known as a results-driven professional, skilled in contract negotiation and well versed in supplier relationship management with the proven ability to deliver optimal value to supply chain initiatives. Praised for fostering relationships and leading cross-functional teams to implement complex programs with exceptional results, on time and on budget. Adept at coaching and developing individuals and teams in the acquisition and contracting of goods and services through business process development and improvements, resulting in increased measurable savings and stakeholder satisfaction while supporting the University’s mission.Specializing in:• Leading procurement teams in the selection, design, build, implementation, and management of ERP and P2P systems, completing my second at Boston University in August 2020• Designing, developing, and implementing Contingent Workforce Management (CWM) programs, including TerrierTemps at Boston University • Human Capital Management with a concentration on Contingent Workforce Management, including Independent Contractors and Worker Classification; Staff Augmentation; Payrolling Services; Management Consulting; and SOW Engagements by Third Party Service Providers• IT Hardware, Software, and Services• Human Resources including Pension & Benefits and Insurance Services• Financial Services• Legal Services • Fleet Management• Office Supplies and Furniture• Print Services• Lab Supplies and Services• Travel

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

Worked with stakeholders to identify functional/technical specifications for sourcing initiatives within the Information Technology commodity, including cost analysis of supplier proposals and establishment of negotiation positions. .• Negotiated pricing, delivery, payment, warranty, liability, ownership, confidentiality, rights in work, and other contract terms for purchase orders, price agreements, professional services agreements, and other contractual documents with new and existing suppliers.• Utilized eSourcing tools to support bid processes and reduce total cost of ownership. • Managed supplier relationships and measured quality and reliability using key metrics and scorecards. • Contributed to business process optimizations by identifying process improvements for ordering, deliveries, and payments. • Worked with business units to assess supply base for consolidation and price reductions. • Managed the IT contracts across the organization, including expirations, notices, terminations, and renewals, as well as identified opportunities to explore the market and leverage spend across business units.

Managed three Buyers, a Purchasing Assistant, and six bi-coastal Product Researchers for a leading Value-Added Reseller (VAR). Negotiated cost, delivery, freight, and legal terms and conditions with General Counsel for the acquisition of computer software, hardware and licensing. Responsible for the procurement of over $200 million in spend annually. Maintained less than .3% of purchases in excess inventory, with 12 turns annually, and an in-stock rate of over 97%. Appointed to three Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) Task Forces for back-office operations, specializing in Order Flow, Contract Management, and Returns Workflow enhanced strategies resulting in cost savings process improvements with increased productivity. Helped design, build, and lead the implementation of a new Internal Enterprise System. Responsible for training purchasing and research personnel on a system conversion after a company acquisition.