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Carly Davis

St Louis,MO

Summary

Experienced IT Procurement Director with a proven track record of strategic sourcing, cost optimization, IT Solutions implementation and supply chain management. Adept at negotiating contracts, managing vendor partnerships, and driving efficiency. Driven by the desire to accomplish organizational objectives. Passionate people leader with experience leading and developing teams at a global scale.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Director, IT Asset Management

Cushman & Wakefield
06.2016 - 02.2024
  • Led large team globally of Asset Management professionals in sourcing and purchasing IT hardware, software, and services.
  • Developed and implemented procurement policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, achieving cost savings of up to 52% annually.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of organization to facilitate smooth execution of projects.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Optimized global supply chain management, reducing operational costs and increasing efficiency.
  • Oversaw procurement lifecycle for IT projects, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and delivery.
  • Implemented centralized procurement system (ERP), resulting in improved visibility and cost control, ACH payments and direct PO generation.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging technologies and potential suppliers.
  • Assisted in procurement of IT equipment, software licenses, and maintenance services.
  • Analyzed supplier performance and recommended improvements using contractual SLA's.
  • Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely delivery of materials during large transitions and M&A activity.
  • Successfully lead multiple projects from start to completion including managing to timeline and budget.
  • Designed process for and managed teams that maintained accurate records of procurement activities.

Business Systems Analyst

SunEdison, Inc.
03.2016 - 05.2016
  • Review IT Contract optimization - Cost and deployment standards
  • Implement and document 3rd party Backup Processes
  • Work with Vendor Partners to ensure pricing and SLA's were consistent.
  • Assisted in procurement of IT equipment, software licenses, and maintenance services.
  • Analyzed supplier performance and recommended improvements.
  • Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Designed process for and implemented accurate records of procurement activities.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation to support end-users and facilitate future enhancements.
  • Assessed business requirements to create focused solutions.
  • Facilitated communication between technical and non-technical team members, ensuring project alignment across all parties involved.

Wireless Asset Manager

SunEdison, Inc.
05.2015 - 03.2016
  • Deploy and support mobile working solutions for employees
  • Manage MDM
  • Procurement, Deployment and Tracking of over 6500+ Wireless assets
  • Manage, Optimize, and find potential cost reduction measures for 5 Contracts globally
  • Process analysis for ITIL best standards
  • Manage Mergers of Assets and Contract Movement as result of Company Mergers
  • Mac Support and Procurement for Executive level
  • Kept detailed track of asset maintenance and potential future costs to accurately portray data and advise clients.
  • Managed risk by conducting thorough due diligence and regular portfolio reviews.

Asset Deployment and Management

Monsanto
01.2014 - 05.2015
  • Process analysis and design for ITIL best standards
  • Manage Mergers of Assets and Contract Movement as result of Company Mergers
  • Manage Assets within company stock
  • Support, Administrate and manage Monsanto internal Citrix VDI
  • Setup and formalize build process for new technology solutions
  • Work with multiple teams to achieve process using ITIL standards, including Client Services, Client Applications, ISO, Endpoint Engineering, and Internal Service Desk
  • Manage and Maintain Knowledge Base around Mac support (Over 110 Articles written).
  • Evaluated effectiveness of existing support processes, making necessary adjustments to enhance overall organizational efficiency and performance.

Education

Media Literacy, Communications -

Webster University
Webster Groves, MO

Skills

  • Vendor Negotiations and Partnership
  • Supplier Monitoring
  • Operations Oversight
  • Inventory Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Case Development
  • Policy Development & Process Improvements
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Goal Setting
  • Performance Evaluation & Employee Development
  • Corporate Communications
  • Strategic objective execution
  • Supply Chain Management

Timeline

Global Director, IT Asset Management

Cushman & Wakefield
06.2016 - 02.2024

Business Systems Analyst

SunEdison, Inc.
03.2016 - 05.2016

Wireless Asset Manager

SunEdison, Inc.
05.2015 - 03.2016

Asset Deployment and Management

Monsanto
01.2014 - 05.2015

Media Literacy, Communications -

Webster University

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