▪ Spearhead a team of 7 procurement experts, including Category Managers, a Sourcing Analyst, and Coupa administrators, to drive substantial cost savings, implement effective cost avoidance strategies, and secure significant rebates annually.▪ Manage procurement operations with a $700MM annual spend across diverse categories, pioneering the adoption and optimization of the Coupa procurement-to-pay tool for processing 76,000 purchase orders yearly.▪ Drive strict compliance with financial governance standards (Commitment Authority Policy) and negotiate 700 contracts annually, ranging from Master Service Agreements to Statements of Work.▪ Cultivate partnerships across key departments, leveraging data analysis and strategic controls to proactively mitigate risks.▪ Create supply chain management strategies to increase overall efficiency and speed.▪ Execute competitive bidding, project management initiatives, and impactful contract negotiations, utilizing strategic acumen and industry knowledge to achieve tangible results and foster a culture of excellence in procurement.▪ Optimize the value of every vendor engagement by implementing comprehensive vendor selection criteria, negotiating favorable terms, and fostering collaborative relationships to drive cost savings and enhance operational efficiencies.

▪ Directed a team of procurement specialists to achieve outstanding results, fostering growth through tailored plans. ▪ Championed procurement excellence and demonstrated strategic prowess to deliver average annual EBITDA savings of $6.4MM, cost avoidance of $2MM+, and year-over-year (YoY) rebates of $3MM+.▪ Cultivated partnerships with stakeholders, utilizing data insights to proactively optimize procurement strategies.▪ Evaluated supplier performance to drive accountability and optimize relationships for long-term success.▪ Streamlined processes, improving data visibility, and enhancing overall procurement efficiency.▪ Led the real estate team to make data-driven recommendations and increased the lease renewal outlook from 3 months to 24 months which greatly improved negotiation leverage and reduced risk.

▪ Implemented strategic foresight by spearheading a comprehensive organizational restructuring initiative aimed at nurturing team growth through personalized development plans. ▪ Identified opportunities for process enhancement and implemented tailored solutions that led to measurable improvements in operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness; meticulously analyzed data and maintained close collaboration with stakeholders. ▪ Utilized strategic sourcing expertise yielded impressive results, culminating in savings exceeding $1.5MM across critical areas such as Marketing, Communications, and Professional Services. ▪ Combined data-driven insights with a collaborative approach to drive impactful changes that optimized processes and fostered a culture of innovation and excellence to achieve tangible results.

▪ Strategically developed sourcing strategies for indirect categories, managing a $200MM annual spend and generating over $5MM in annual value.▪ Led a team of 3 procurement professionals in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiations aligned with company objectives.▪ Advised marketing leaders on insourcing and outsourcing solutions to enhance operational efficiency.▪ Transformed transactional categories into strategically sourced segments, optimizing procurement processes for cost savings.▪ Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to drive successful procurement outcomes and long-term organizational growth.

▪ Led sourcing strategy and managed agency partnerships in creative, media, marketing, communications, and sales, overseeing a $100MM annual spend. Delivered annual savings exceeding $2.5MM through strategic procurement practices.▪ Identified savings opportunities, evaluated sourcing options, and optimized cost efficiency. Shaped sourcing processes aligned with organizational goals.▪ Developed supplier selection criteria, led consultations, and negotiated favorable terms; ensured value-driven partnerships. ▪ Implemented sourcing policies, documented metrics, and tracked savings targets for accountability.▪ Aligned with stakeholders, communicated decisions transparently, and fostered collaboration throughout the procurement process.

▪ Directed marketing and procurement teams, enhancing performance through strategic appraisals, evaluations, and tailored training for a team of 12; developed a skilled and motivated workforce.▪ Managed a $34MM annual advertising budget for clients such as Terminix, TruGreen, ServiceMaster Clean, and Merry Maids.▪ Surpassed savings targets by over 20% (YoY).▪ Implemented recommendation processes integrating qualitative and quantitative measurements, enhancing advertising effectiveness and maximizing Return on Investment (ROI).

▪ Led a team of marketing professionals, coordinating campaigns, and ensuring effective implementation of marketing strategies.▪ Enhanced digital marketing outcomes through strategic advisory support and collaboration.▪ Proactively identified and capitalized on emerging market trends; maximized value for clients via informed decisions.▪ Implemented continuous improvement for operational efficiency.▪ Optimized spending efficiency and delivered exceptional value through strategic budget management.▪ Collaborated with business units and stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals, driving business success through strategic partnerships.▪ Institute quality control measures regarding the management of 11,000 Yellow Pages print and online advertising orders accurately, showcasing a commitment to excellence.▪ Provided strategic guidance to the ServiceMaster Clean CMO during the launch of YPMG’s approved SEM/SEO vendor.▪ Utilized advanced data analytics for forecasting market trends, enabling proactive decision-making.▪ Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives to integrate marketing strategies to align business objectives.

Managed $12 million Yellow Pages program for clients such as ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids•Hired, trained, guided and managed sales staff of 5 while monitoring ad placement and exceeding franchise CMO’s expectations•Coordinated market studies; presented recommendations regarding ad placement and customer analyses•Created and presented TMP services to clients and to their executive team•Participated in client’s creative review; attend focus groups•Taught US West DEX Sales Training Course to office staff

Managed client’s telecommunications needs for their field locations•Troubleshot problems with field locations telephone lines and telephone systems•Coordinated installation of telephone lines and telephone systems•Coordinated all aspects of branch moves; order move of telephone lines, schedule equipment vendor•Implemented call transfer program to field locations