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Candice Johnson

Columbia

Summary

Results-driven Technology & Data Analyst with a proven track record at Trane Technologies, focusing on process optimization and risk mitigation. Led initiatives resulting in over $100K in annual savings while enhancing data management and reporting efficiency. Dedicated to fostering operational excellence and supporting strategic growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Technology & Data Analyst III

TRANE TECHNOLOGIES
Columbia
09.2024 - Current
  • Ensure operational excellence in supply chain management by standardizing processes, integrating new technologies into the ecosystem to drive efficiencies, and collaborating with process optimization teams to establish and maintain global standards.
  • Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and savings through centralized processes.
  • Maintain a library of model documents for supplier assessment, training, compliance, and cost control.
  • Collected, tracked and reviewed data to evaluate business and market trends.
  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for the Contract Lifecycle Management System. To ensure alignment and understanding for all end users, I lead Monthly Office Hours, averaging 20 attendees, to field questions and resolve system issues.

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Process Excellence Specialist

TRANE TECHNOLOGIES
Columbia
01.2021 - 09.2024
  • Executed risk mitigation strategies for supplier locking and financial hedging of direct materials, copper, and aluminum by establishing a monthly supplier meeting to assess current pricing, forecast needs 11 to 18 months in advance, and negotiate with vendors to lock in the best pricing. Managed average volume of $10MM for copper and aluminum purchases.
  • Improved the Contract Lifecycle Management Process by transitioning from a legacy contract management system to a new, robust contract system, leading user acceptance testing (UAT) and quality control testing throughout the project, and ensuring all stakeholders were properly onboarded and equipped to utilize the new system.
  • Successfully lead two major legal projects, including the Thermo King legal entity separation initiative and the Purchase Order Terms and Conditions Overhaul for US/CAN/LATAM. Both projects were managed solo, involved multiple stakeholders, and included Change Management Planning and stakeholder communication strategies.

Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer

QUIRKCHAT/RECESS
Tulsa
08.2020 - 03.2023
  • Directed financial activities, ensuring accurate preparation of reports and forecasts for QuirkChat’s stability.
  • Compared sales and profit projections to actual figures, adjusting future budgets as necessary.
  • Reviewed planning processes, recommending enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Implemented risk management strategies that protected assets and mitigated potential losses.
  • Prepared detailed reports on key performance indicators for executive leadership.
  • Developed and implemented financial strategies that drove growth and maximized long-term value, contributing to XX% company growth.

Procurement Operations Specialist

TRANE TECHNOLOGIES
Columbia
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Successfully implemented the ERS System Conversion Project by gathering requirements, assessing system and organizational needs, leading team members, and managing the timeline of deliverables and compliance requirements.
  • Saved Trane over $100K per year by converting a manual three-way system of matching invoices into a web-based, electronic invoice reconciliation solution.
  • Maintained all processes during the acquisition of Ingersoll Rand by Trane Technologies.

Direct Materials Pricing Administrator

INGERSOLL RAND
Columbia
09.2018 - 12.2019

Accounts Payable Specialist

INGERSOLL RAND – TRANE MANUFACTURING (ADECCO)
Columbia
05.2018 - 08.2018

Accounts Payable Specialist

PURE POWER TECHNOLOGIES
Columbia
05.2017 - 08.2017

Education

Bachelor of Science - Corporate Finance

DARLA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC, USA
05.2015

Skills

  • Alteryx and Ironclad systems
  • Data analysis and forecasting
  • Process optimization and mapping
  • Contract management and negotiation
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Predictive modeling techniques
  • Excel proficiency (pivots, vlookups, macros)
  • Oracle procurement modules

Community Outreach

Girl Scouts of America, Troop 977 Assistant Leader, 09/10, 12/23

Affiliations

Public Relations Committee, Member and Past Chairman, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Omega Gamma Omega Chapter, 2019-Current.

Assistant Leader, Girl Scouts of America, 2010-2023

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Technology & Data Analyst III

TRANE TECHNOLOGIES
09.2024 - Current

Process Excellence Specialist

TRANE TECHNOLOGIES
01.2021 - 09.2024

Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer

QUIRKCHAT/RECESS
08.2020 - 03.2023

Procurement Operations Specialist

TRANE TECHNOLOGIES
01.2020 - 12.2020

Direct Materials Pricing Administrator

INGERSOLL RAND
09.2018 - 12.2019

Accounts Payable Specialist

INGERSOLL RAND – TRANE MANUFACTURING (ADECCO)
05.2018 - 08.2018

Accounts Payable Specialist

PURE POWER TECHNOLOGIES
05.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Corporate Finance

DARLA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, University of South Carolina
Candice Johnson
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