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Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Regional Blood Bank (Categories: Corp. Services, Prof. Services, Software, Cap Purch., HR, Facilities)Alleviated backlog of 100+ contract workload and established a renewal calendar within the first 6 months.Implemented centralized project tracker for easier reporting to leadership.Sourced and assisted with implementing a CLM tool.Identified multiple supplier consolidation opportunities among regional footprint.Built multiple templated contracts to avoid using vendor terms (IT Consulting, Cleaning, Courier).Renegotiated neglected contracts to update with favorable terms. Redlined terms and conditions to reflect company standards with limited legal involvement.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Cannabis Company (Categories: Corp. Services, Prof. Services, IT, Software, Facilities, HR, Marketing)Achieved over $1m in budgeted save year over year under managed indirect categories.Identified multiple supplier consolidation opportunities within the scope of company acquisitions achieving 10%+ save on Opex spend. Managed and optimized a $4m per year SWAG program to reign in rogue spend, minimized over ordering, and reduced unused materials in storage.Established working relationships with Legal and Security teams to mitigate company risk with out of compliance contracting and improved turnaround time by 3 days utilizing CLM tool.Executed procurement strategies to optimize operations and provide added value in a startup environment for a $1bn revenue a year company. Identified non compliance within T&E spend and implemented measures to improve data capture within SAP Concur, increasing leverage against travel suppliers.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Market Research Firm (Categories: Prof Services, Software, Data Collection, BPO)Same as below prior to the spin-off of NielsenIQ. Lead and assisted strategic review initiatives for the divestment of NielsenIQ from Nielsen. Implemented work streams to facilitate the splitting of hundreds of commingled contracts. Negotiate the splitting of commingled contracts and minimized hundreds of thousands of dollars in costs.

New York, Ny, Us

Market Research Firm (Categories: Prof Services, Software, Data Collection, BPO)Increased visibility of spend under procurement organization by establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders by delivering over $3m in productivity and $1.5m in cost avoidance year over year.Developed strategic partnerships and managed a $30m a year spend among 2 main data collection providers that are key to Nielsen’s objectives globally. Liaised with multiple departments as needed for any particular engagement and signoff. (legal, privacy, finance, tax and security). Enforced procurement policies as directed from leadership and provide common sense solutions to exceptions as they occur.Utilized CRM tools such as Ariba for Purchase Order approval workflows and contract management.Assisted with contract interpretation for stakeholder inquiries.Continuously improved the sourcing workflow for engaging with legal, privacy, and security to eliminate handoffs and unnecessary reviews.Proficient in the use of MS Office/Google Suite applications for collaboration and communication.

New York, Ny, Us

Market Research Firm (Categories: Prof Services, Software, Data Collection)Delivered at least $1 million in productivity year over year.Provided sourcing, vendor management, and risk management on an as needed basis.Engaged with business leaders to understand needs and translate into executable solutions.Analyzed and modified existing cost models to optimize demand for the business unit.Drove consistent project and program management disciplines that result in on-time, quality and on budget project delivery.Conduct and execute RFP/RFQ process as necessary.Mediated with stakeholders and vendors in resolving operational and financial inquiries.

Executed strategic sourcing initiatives as a global third party procurement service.Interpreted market research, RFx outputs to develop procurement solutions and efficiencies.Evaluated and proposed appropriate eSourcing solutions and negotiation designs.Developed project pipelines within clients’ purchasing department.Maintained weekly status reports and developed internal and client-facing presentations.Identified, monitored, and managed project risks.

Coordinated and executed logistic and supply chain solutions as a global bulk liquid transport service.Coordinated domestic transportation for the import and export of cargo containers.Facilitated inbound/outbound shipments with overseas agencies according to planned production.Prepared documentation for customs in accordance with domestic and international compliance.Maintained a shared database with current shipment information to maximize transparency.Prepared detailed weekly reports for high volume clients.Recorded shipment costs and invoiced variable charges according to shipment outcomes.Strengthened and maintained client relationships by providing 24-hour accessibility and superior service.

Qualified and supported current and potential clients for a high volume bankruptcy firm.Handled an average of 80 current incoming/outgoing client calls for high volume law firm.Qualified potential clients for various legal needs, mainly bankruptcies.Mentored and trained new legal assistants.Facilitated communication with creditors and their attorneys.Scheduled payment plans for clients.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Us

Managed and developed existing accounts as a third party logistics solution.Maximized business network of carriers to yield better pricing and increased margins.Coordinated appointments for inbound/outbound shipments.Generated and increased profits by restructuring shipments between carriers and customers.Resolved logistical inquiries at customers’ request.Qualified leads for other sales personnel while managing accounts receivable of portfolios.Handled shipment claims, invoicing, and quotes.