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Houston, Tx, Us

Houston, Texas, Us

• Spearhead and oversee global sourcing efforts for IT software and services.• Collaborate with Global Sourcing Cells and IT Category to ensure organizational alignment on key initiatives. • Ensure supplier compliance with cybersecurity regulations in coordination with business stakeholders, project teams, and IT. • Manage a team responsible for strategic supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management.• Develop and implement cost-saving strategies, resulting in reduced procurement costs through diversification, performance management and risk mitigation.• Streamline sourcing processes for timely delivery of IT services supporting organizational objectives.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Led a team in sourcing and managing suppliers for indirect services, achieving cost savings. Worked closely with our internal Cyber Security team to facilitate and manage audits and solutions on the posterity of 3rd party vendor management and risk mitigation. • Negotiated supplier contracts and fostered long-term partnerships.• Contributed to the career development of direct reports, with three achieving key employment milestones.• Managed supply planning activities, ensuring on-time delivery and spend optimization.• Aligned sourcing strategies with corporate goals and objectives.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Led a team of 21 software developers in global IT projects, including new technology deployment.• Delivered internal projects globally, liaising between stakeholders, project teams, and IT Security.• Oversaw sustaining projects, managed the annual budget for the Digital Productivity Studio Team.• Integrated mobility and automation studios, leading critical projects like iWorkplace implementation globally.• Successfully deployed reorganization initiatives during remote work conditions.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Managed a team of 16 professionals, accountable for yearly revenue.• Oversaw delivery of solutions for the Collaboration Enterprise Studio, including BDS and CME projects.• Collaborated with internal clients to ensure successful implementation of technology solutions.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Led a team in supporting the InTouch Application globally, facilitating user training sessions.• Managed the development team for application enhancements and bug fixes.• Facilitated integration with acquired companies, including M-I Swaco, Smith Bits, Cameron, and Sales and Commercial.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Senior-level InTouch Engineer resolving escalated tickets and initiating best practices.• Conducted training classes for InTouch Engineers and defined/tracked KPIs for process adoption.

Plano, Tx, Us

• Led a team of 100+ employees, managed operations systems, handled cash, and processed payroll.• Played a vital role in hiring, training, and staff evaluation.

Houston, Tx, Us

• Specialized in placing IT professionals in Houston, conducting technology recruiting and playing a key role in candidate placement.