The "Pillars of Procurement Framework" is a structured approach to elevating procurement as a strategic function that adds value to an organization.Procurement is more than just ordering products and services; it’s a strategic function that drives value across an organization. When built appropriately, Procurement will contribute to the business's success, get buy-in/satisfaction from the stakeholders, and drive revenue. 👥 People: Build strong internal and external relationships, foster trust, and create a positive procurement culture.🤝 Partnerships: Emphasize long-term, mutually beneficial supplier relationships to drive value and resilience.⚙️ Processes: Prioritize streamlined, efficient workflows supported by tools like process maps and SOPs.📈 Procurement: Define the diverse aspects of procurement, from strategic sourcing to vendor management, aligning with organizational goals.📜 Policy: Advocate for clear policies to ensure compliance, ethical standards, and structured procurement processes.💻 Platforms: Leverage technology to improve supplier management, compliance, and process efficiency.📅 Planning: Encourage proactive, strategic planning to align procurement goals with organizational objectives.📊 Performance: Track suppliers' key performance indicators (KPIs), focusing on continuous improvement and accountability.💵 Pricing: Cost efficiency and value through strategic pricing, market insights, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis.

LogicSource is a consulting and outsourcing company specializing in procurement as a service and supply chain management, managing over $85 billion, averaging 7-15% cost savings across all indirect expenditures. • Develop strategic sourcing strategies as a key part of the solution to deliver on client objectives for a broad range of indirect categories for consumer-facing businesses.• Lead and ensure effective and successful implementation of supplier and sourcing strategies for procurement outsourcing engagements.• Manage flawless supplier cutover and procurement process implementations.• Partner with the LogicSource Solutions and Client Transition teams to set expectations, establish project timelines with defined roles and responsibilities, and motivate client participants and internal stakeholders to deliver within scope and on time.• Identify, track, and resolve issues critical to LogicSource and the client’s strategic procurement and organizational success.• Monitor and lead the supplier cutover and savings implementation process and deliver regular status updates to internal and external stakeholders.• Prepare and deliver client presentations independently and as part of the client transitioning process. Ensure supplier strategies are effectively implemented, and suppliers are successfully cut over and onboarded, delivering expected results.• Provide first-rate customer service to ensure high customer satisfaction, internally and externally.

Lidl US is a European grocer operating 12,000+ stores in 32 countries. It is the largest European retailer and the third-largest retailer globally by revenue (159.8B).• Established and expanded the National Contracts Service Center, overseeing 461 contracts (3,300 documents). Drove cost efficiencies and created and maintained strong, mutually beneficial vendor relationships.• Developed a high-performing team through strategic recruitment, mentorship, professional development initiatives, and fostering a culture of excellence, which resulted in exceptional productivity and achievements.• Completed 50 RFxs (RFP, RFQ, RFI) annually across diverse departments, optimizing procurement processes and achieving cost savings of 15% through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.• Negotiated favorable pricing and contract terms/conditions, enhanced contract value, and mitigated risk. Implemented an end-to-end contract management process that streamlined contract administration, reducing contract cycle time by 30%. • Drafted and executed NDAs, product/service agreements, and statements of work, contributing to enhanced clarity.• Efficiently managed SAP-based Procurement ERP systems, created dashboards, ensured data accuracy, and optimized processes, improving operational efficiency and cost control.• Established a centralized database housing templates, SOPs, training materials, and videos on procurement processes.• Conducted targeted training programs on RFx and agreement execution, resulting in increased compliance with internal and external policies, reduced contract cycle times, and improved overall performance metrics.

• Successfully managed 50 global and domestic suppliers with an annual expenditure of $40M, ensuring timely payments, quality control, and vendor relationship management.• Managed vendor performance to ensure all requirements outlined in the negotiated contract were met.• Conducted regular vendor performance reviews and contract compliance audits to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to contractual agreements.• Crafted effective RFxs, including clear objectives, detailed requirements, and strong evaluation criteria.• Implemented a theft prevention system, resulting in cost savings by reducing cart and merchandise theft incidents, enhancing store security, and minimizing financial losses.• Achieved cost savings of $1.1M annually by effectively aggregating spending across a 25-store acquisition, leveraging economies of scale, and optimizing procurement processes.• Implementing a cost-effective in-store communication system reduced annual spending by 54%, improving operational efficiency and resource utilization.• Optimized store music system spending by 46% by consolidating sound systems, reducing installation and maintenance costs, and enhancing customer experience.• Negotiated and executed contracts with suppliers, securing a 25% catalog-wide discount that drove efficiency and cost savings.• Department lead of COVID-19 task force. Provided PPE equipment to 7,500 employees and customers.Equipment Responsibility: Check lanes and equipment, Shopping carts/baskets, Theft prevention systems, Entrance/exit gates, Consumables, COVID-19 PPE, Small hardware/janitorial supplies, In-store music and communication, Floral displays, Wire products, Bakery equipment and supplies, Product displays

• Created project plans for healthcare organizations to achieve Magnet, Pathway to Excellence, and PTAP credentials, resulting in a 100% success rate in accreditation and recognition of excellence in healthcare services.• Collaborated with the graphic design department to set up WordPress websites, installed themes and plugins, and strategically targeted qualified leads, resulting in a 30% increase in new clients and business opportunities.• Successfully increased website traffic by launching social media platforms and managing day-to-day operations, leading to a 50% improvement in brand visibility, customer engagement, and online presence.

Caesars Entertainment is the largest gaming company in the US and is committed to responsible gaming and various CRS initiatives.• Managed the infrastructure capital process plan ($200 M/5 years): Identified priorities per property and created a project plan. Developed an annual budget and managed it throughout the year.• Managed capital projects (∼$40M/year). Created contract requisitions and purchase requests in Ariba. Managed project progress and ensured timely completion within budget.• Managed the Structural Building and Vertical Transportation Improvement projects for 33 properties.• Maximo (Asset Management System) database administration for 38 properties and 8000 users. • Billed tenants monthly for facility labor and material costs for 38 properties (∼1.5M/year). Captured all monthly expenses from Maximo reports by property. Verified Accounting submitted accurate charges by property/month and ensured payment was received.• Audited and validated overtime paid across 38 properties (2M/year).

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DenMat provides dental products made in the U.S.A., services, and educational opportunities to the dental industry worldwide.• Implemented a dental hygiene package in a group practice account (219 locations) for resale, resulting in revenue of $4M.• Managed 13 registered dental hygienists, training dental offices to increase their revenue by 25%.• Created a performance measurement tool for sales representatives, increasing the average performance by 22%. • Executed monthly PM process and meetings with sales employees and managers. Guided management and advice on coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions.• Organized national and global sales events, arriving consistently at 15-20% under budget. • Managed the new employee onboarding process. Created onboarding calendar, advised employees on benefits, and prepared new hire package. Coordinated and facilitated new-hire orientation.• Managed the payroll process for 40 Inside Sales Representatives.

Laurus College is a private for-profit higher education institution offering associate’s and bachelor’s degree programs.• Managed a caseload of 500 students. • Monitored student progress, adjusted teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students of various backgrounds, and guided the resolution of issues for optimal outcomes in a multicultural educational environment. • Delivered crisis intervention and coaching to students in critical situations, addressing identified issues and providing guidance for resolution. • Reduced student drop-out rate by 20% through consistent communication and intervention strategies. • Achieved a job placement rate of 72% by providing comprehensive Career Services resources: - Educate students on job search skills and industry trends. - Review, create, and revise professional and personalized resumes, focusing on effective tailoring, accomplishments vs. tasks, and showcasing talent. - Supported students in career planning, developed job search strategies, and provided job lead generation. • Processed financial agreements for retakes, cancellations/withdrawals, and leave of absence.• Maintained confidential student records per laws and policies, ensuring data security and integrity.• Prepared for audits related to accreditation, state, and federal compliance, achieving 100% compliance.

AAFES is the largest military government retailer worldwide, with 4,330 facilities in 3,100 locations.• Managed all operational functions of the movie theater, including supervising employees.• Supervised all theater employees: Created employee shift schedules, motivated staff, and ensured a positive work atmosphere. Coached and counseled employees. Created performance evaluations and carried out disciplinary action. • Accomplished human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, and training new employees.• Opened/closed cash registers. Balanced debit/credit card transactions, currency, and coins in cash drawers at the ends of shifts and calculated daily transactions.• Exceeded revenue by 25% by implementing marketing initiatives, such as displaying poster stands on base, social media marketing, and requesting promotions from HQ.• Planned monthly military functions and events at the movie theater.• Created and maintained an inventory list and ordered merchandise as needed.

The Schwarz Group is a family-owned multinational retail group that operates grocery shops under the Lidl and Kaufland brands. By revenue, it is the largest European retailer and the third-largest retailer globally.• Coordinated project planning to build a chocolate and beverage factory. Focused teams on business objectives and tracked progress with Microsoft Project to ensure project milestones were completed on time, on budget, and with desired results.• Created and presented PowerPoint presentations to Sr. Executives.• Prepared financial project reports, budget spreadsheets, and expense reports for monthly review and annual external audit of IT department expenses.• Managed the department's application process: Reviewed/rated applicants and referred them to selecting officials. Contacted applicants, requested documents, coordinated interviews, and sent out offer letters/letters of refusal.• Created agenda and attended meetings, seminars, and events. Recorded minutes and followed up on various action items to ensure completion.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry advises and supports 65,000 member companies in Heilbronn. They are a service provider and representative of the interests of the regional economy.• Supervised the work of nine administrative staff employees. Established timetables and priorities. Created work assignments and guided employees. Assisted staff in performing challenging and complicated tasks.• Provided customers with information about products or services by telephone or in-person meetings. • Maintained the department's website by uploading new publications. Managed various exchange platforms online.• Organized events for 500+ attendees. • Managed event registration process and communication with attendees.• Coordinated services for events, including the availability of audiovisual equipment, accommodation, transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage/displays, printing, event security, and other event needs.APPRENTICESHIP/VOCATIONAL TRAINER CERTIFICATE: • Managed the hiring process.• Created a training curriculum and directed apprentices through the program.• Provided counseling and guidance to students throughout the apprenticeship program while strictly following predetermined regulations and legislation.• Provided linkage between industry/department standards, training/school, employers, and apprentices.• Facilitated practical and theoretical learning sessions and training.• Created individual learning plans when required.• Conducted monthly reviews and provided feedback to the student.• Prepared apprentices for the final exam, resume writing, and job placement.