Sébastien Slek Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Beverly Hills, California, Us

- Lead the global Corporate, Marketing, IT, Logistics/Distribution, Retail and Facilities categories- Develop and implement category strategies for all categories- Define alternative and innovative ideas to provide business solutions, challenge requirements and specifications to create competitive advantage- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and external partners to deliver on company's plans and objectives

🚀 Transforming Visions into Reality 🌟At Seb S Consulting LLC, we specialize in igniting growth and achieving remarkable results for our clients. With a proven track record of excellence, we offer a wide range of strategic consulting services designed to drive success in today's dynamic business landscape:✨ Visionary Guidance:We help define and refine your vision, mission, and core values, aligning your organization for success.📊 Data-Driven Strategies:Our expertise in developing Direct-To-Consumer data architectures and roadmaps empowers you with actionable insights for informed decision-making.🤝 Partnership Excellence:We excel in negotiation, fostering strong client-agency partnerships and securing performance-driven contracts for growth and acquisition.🌐 Market Mastery:Our market intelligence solutions identify opportunities and strategies to expand your market share, ensuring a competitive edge.📈 Performance Metrics:We establish and track KPIs, harnessing data to develop insightful strategies and maximize profitability.🔍 Innovation Hub:As strategic advisors, we drive the adoption of next-generation digital Procurement and Marketing solutions, enhancing productivity and efficiency.🤝 Smart Engagements:We deepen client-agency partnerships by crafting innovative engagement models, ensuring sustained success.🚀 Growth Strategy:Our research-driven approach guides you in identifying strategic partnerships and crafting a winning GTM strategy.📚 Procurement Expertise:We educate and share best practices in Procurement, equipping your team with the knowledge to excel.📝 Pitch-Ready Mindset:We prepare you for success with expertly crafted Procurement RFPs and a pitch-ready mindset.Partner with us to turn creative solutions into inspiring results. Let's unlock your organization's full potential and soar to new heights together! 🚀✨

New York City, Us

• Lead and support sourcing synergy initiatives in Indirect categories and procurement systems following the merger with Discovery.• Support cash-flow management program, spend categorization, spend management, contract management, risk assessment and sourcing workflow tools.

New York, Ny, Us

Led end-to-end oversight of business processes with keen focus on ensuring seamless operations and timely achievement of milestones. Developed and executed Global sourcing marketing and procurement system category strategies, managing a $4B budget. Built and empowered a high-performing team of 11 FTEs, fostering a culture of excellence and driving growth. Managed synergy and integration initiatives post-AT&T and Discovery mergers, streamlining processes and ensuring smooth transitions. Transformed sourcing profile into a trusted strategic business partner to enhance brand positioning and overall success. Managed cash flow, supply chain financing, categorization, spend management (Spend HQ), contract and sourcing workflow (Scout). Conducted due diligence and financial risk assessments using DnB and Capital IQ. Implemented RFx tools (ARIBA) and introduced supplier diversity programs (Supplier.io). Executed Fieldglass VMS for management of the contingent workforce.• Spearheaded the development of unique SaaS, cloud solutions, edge network, CDN and AdTech technologies sourcing expertise for the successful launch and growth of HBO Max DTC.• Pioneered WarnerMedia's US preferred agency program with Agency Relationship Management processes and an agency roster SaaS solution, resulting in $20M savings (4%) in non-media agency costs.• Saved $200M over 2 years through the development and implementation of a US media agency contract compliance methodology.• Created 9% value by negotiating $1.2B Global JBP upfront deals with 10 digital publishers.• Achieved 7% cost improvement across +100 services and 36 brands through WM-Nielsen 3-year MSA.• Build, empower and grow diverse team of high performing Sourcing professionals through coaching.• Enhance Sourcing profile and brand positioning from a transactional one to an agile strategic trusted partner one.• Build strong stakeholders’ relationships to contribute to strategic decision meetings and influence value creation.

Burbank, Ca, Us

Developed and executed global sourcing strategies across all indirect categories: IT / technology, marketing, supply chain, facilities, production and post-production, while managing a substantial spend of over $2.5B. Built, developed, and led high-performing teams in IT / technology, marketing, supply chain, and professional services sourcing (consulting, audit, HR, legal, etc.) comprising 15 dedicated professionals.Some of my key accomplishments:• Led sourcing of state-of-the-art AI/ML and RPA solutions for strategic technology initiatives with emphasis on driving operational efficiency and fostering innovation.• Achieved $60M in savings by switching media-buy agency following a successful domestic US agency review.• Generated $11M in value through digitalization and process improvement by pioneering a supplier-led innovation program.• Develop and lead Global Sourcing strategies and initiatives for marketing and indirect categories (Supply Chain, Production, Technology and Facilities) in collaboration with WB Business Units. • Develop Global Sourcing rebranding initiative: redefinition of our vision, mission statement, branding and positioning, category management, governance model, reporting tools and spend/contract/project data analytics.

Burbank, Ca, Us

Developed first WB Procurement Group team (18 FTEs), established procurement policies and procedures across major EMEA territories, managing $1.5B spend. Led sourcing initiatives for Harry Potter Studio Tours in London (construction, CAPEX, marketing, technology, facilities). Streamlined EMEA procurement operations, reducing FTEs by 9 through successful BPO partnership in Krakow. Implemented P2P tools: SAP, ARIBA/Emptoris, and developed the first EMEA procurement intranet.Some of my key accomplishments:• Attained 8% recurring y-o-y savings on influence-able spend (70% of total spend).• Achieved successful execution of key sourcing projects for EMEA stakeholders, delivering results in media audit, in-country media-buy RFPs, DTC ecommerce website, global DVD manufacturing RFP, and centralized EMEA travel agency.• Led marketing, technology, construction, and facilities sourcing for the opening of Harry Potter Studio Tours in London.• Led the EMEA organization through Business Process Outsourcing program with selected BPO Partner in Krakow (Poland). • Set-up Procure-to-Pay policy and implement it in every international territory.

Burbank, Ca, Us

• Set-up the first-ever Procurement department in France, cross-business unit collaborative sourcing work on corporate facilities, travel and marketing categories.• Lead first Media-buy RFP collaboration between AOL, Warner Music, Warner Bros. yielding 10% fee reduction.

Fr

Kynogon was developing Kynapse, a unique A.I. engine.Kynapse has been used by the world's leading game developers such as Electronic Arts, Activision, Bethesda Softworks, Lionhead Studios, Midway, Real Time Worlds, SEGA, Sony Online Entertainement, Spark Unlimited, THQ and Turbine, for the development of their AAA titles.Kynapse has been used in the development of more than 70 of some of the best known game titles including Crackdown, Alone in the Dark 5, Fable 2, Sacred 2 and The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar.Kynapse has also been selected by industry leaders such as EADS and British Aerospace Systems as their preferred AI solution.Kynogon was acquired by Autodesk in 2008 and is the A.I. engine empowering their games development toolkit.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

• EDS-ATK Headquarters in Plano, (USA) – Manage Consumer Industries & Retail EDS cross-industry Value Propositions, cross-fertilized and marketed to potential clients with Total Contract Value of $6,5 Billion• Mobistar in Brussels (Belgium) – Define and implement a marketing plan with 4 advertisement campaigns (5 M€ budget) targeting selected customer segments and lowering acquisition and management cost by 30%• Cadbury in Birmingham (UK) – Implement sourcing best practices for plastic, glass and metal categories in 5 European countries leading to 5% reduction on 100 M£ spend• Casino in Saint Etienne (France) – Define strategic supply chain 5-year Master Plan leading to 7% of cost improvement• Auchan in Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, Italy, Spain, Turkey and Morocco – Define and stimulate international strategy for Purchasing and Assortment Executives• Faurecia – French automotive Tier 1 – Decrease cost base by 5% by implemented sourcing best practices on metal parts on a spend of 250 M$, Design the new purchasing organization within 5 countries and 3 Business Units• Société Générale – Perform a supplier portfolio optimization project resulting in 11% cost reduction on a spend of 700 M€

Dublin 18, Ie

Supported change management consulting assignment linked to Procurement organization and SAP roll-out for Heineken distribution in France.

Master'S Degree, International Strategy And Management

Mba, International Strategy And Management

Bachelor Of Science, Industrial Engineering

Executive Evening Course, Scenario, Movie Making And Production