Operated as the single point of contact for all matters desired by the category and business function supported with key areas of focus in Software, Technology, Cloud Operations (Telecom, Networks, Infrastructure) Identified strategic sourcing opportunities and prepares fact-based recommendations through research and data analytics Developed and benchmarked best practices among suppliers. Completed market assessments, evaluated supplier risk (financial, ESG etc) and mitigation strategies. Developed excellent category and vendor management strategies and managed overall vendor performance including acting as an escalation point in the event of non-performance Developed and delivered formalized presentations of project goals and results. Applied sourcing vendor management methodologies, leading cross-functional teams executing multiple projects in a portfolio including software and services. Managed stakeholders through an effective stakeholder engagement plan by understanding their needs and aligning business goals with risk mitigation Primary negotiator on initiatives and leads sourcing event (RFx), cost analysis, selection process, negotiation, contract strategy and vendor management. Influenced effectively to ensure business needs consider commercial reality and do not unknowingly compromise value Escalated key risks and helps achieve effective resolution Accountable for quality and timeliness of critical deliverables and communications to key team members and project teams Delivered a range of reports relating to and including savings tracking, project status, savings forecasts and spend profiles to key stakeholders. Ensured metrics and action plan are in place for continuous improvement. Managed sourcing calendar of events to facilitate budget discussions Worked within and manages a cross-cultural, multi/country team to encourage performance.

 Plan and manage company's overall Hardware/Software Sourcing strategy – Spend Managed $130MM Develop punch-out catalogs with our IT vendors to streamline processes. Research company's operations needs and requirements. Negotiate pricing and control costs. Work cross-functionally with Sourcing Specialists to ensure cohesiveness

Develop and maintain supplier relationship both domestically and internationallyDevelops and implements purchasing and inventory control procedures and sequence of operations within department to optimize work flowReviews market, price, delivery conditions, and trends to determine present and future material availability. Directs purchasing programs accordinglyMonitors purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policyReviews weekly inventory trends and discusses variations with appropriate staff memberDeals with supplier when serious variations arise in delivery, quality, price or conditions of saleSelects vendors, assesses vendor capabilities, develops alternate sources, and evaluates vendor performance, negotiates price and deliveryRecommends major purchases of materials based on anticipated changes in prices or on unusual availability situationsMakes certain that purchasing documents are properly completed and the terms and conditions of purchases are appropriateAssures that department records are maintained and that purchases are followed up or expedited when required.Acts as the office of primary responsibility for the purchase of all parts, supplies, and materials necessary to the operation of the Company; reviews vendor pricing and maintains current vendor sources informationEnsures the proper ordering of all parts, supplies, and materials; innovates methods to meet scheduled cost reduction targets for purchasing; enters all purchase orders into the system; negotiates with vendors any necessary changes to existing ordersNegotiates all new pricing contracts vendorsAssists in converting the Company's strategic plan items, as they apply to purchasing parts, supplies, and materials, to goals and objectives for accomplishment; assists in the development of a plan to achieve these objectivesPerforms other duties as assigned by supervisor; assumes a shared responsibility in personal growth and development goals

Managed procurement processes for IT hardware, software and services, Facilities and Real Estate requirements with an annual in excess of $100M across more than 200 suppliers. Ensured that all contract data is accurately maintained allowing support for financial reporting requirements, supplier spend analysis, and budgetary decision making. Collaborated with Contract Managers, IT, Real Estate and Facilities staff to ensure business critical contracts and services renewed timely.

Provided quality measurement, problem analysis and technical assistance to all areas of the plant. Served as quality representative for tube mill areas and production floor analyzing and maintained SPC charts resulting in reduced scrap and increased productivity. Monitored hazardous chemical control implementing corrective action as required. Experienced in leading Kaizen events and implementing SPC, Kanban, 5S, and Poka-Yoke.