As a seasoned professional with a proven track record in leadership, strategic sourcing, contract management, and negotiation, I excel at crafting and executing innovative strategies to mitigate risk, align company goals, reduce costs, and maximize revenue. My career is defined by my ability to thrive on diverse challenges, leveraging my skills to manage details and drive impactful results.Over my career I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the most recognizable organizations such as Disney and SeaWorld Entertainment, where I gained early experience managing complex sourcing initiatives within dynamic, customer-focused environments. This foundational work instilled in me a deep understanding of supplier management, cross-functional collaboration, and the importance of aligning procurement strategies with business objectives.Today as Sr. Director of Strategic Sourcing at Carnival Corporation, I lead a team that specializes in indirect spend areas such as Marketing, HR, Entertainment and Professional Services. My persistent and methodical approach ensures complex issues are effectively communicated and resolved, and that consensus is built among diverse stakeholders to achieve bottom-line results.For the past five years, I have successfully led remote teams, demonstrating my ability to maintain productivity and cohesion across different locations. I thrive in dynamic environments, applying my skills to a wide range of challenges. Whether reducing costs, maximizing revenue, or aligning company goals, I am committed to delivering exceptional results. My ability to lead dynamic teams, manage stakeholders, communicate complex issues, and drive consensus makes me an asset to any organization.