Colby Watson
Marietta,GA
Summary
Results-driven Vendor Management Analyst with strong analytical skills and sound judgment. Evaluates complex information to facilitate effective decision-making. Manages multiple priorities, collaborates across teams, and maintains stakeholder alignment. Builds strong vendor relationships that enhance operational efficiency and drive long-term business value.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Analyst - Supplier Operations
Experis
, Remote
07.2023 - Current
- Monitor contract adherence, escalate risks, and recommend corrective actions to ensure service continuity.
- Support negotiation processes, securing favorable terms with key suppliers to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluate risks of potential new vendors and recommended countermeasures.
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and implement process improvements to streamline vendor management activities.
- Revise and standardize existing SOPs and SLAs to reflect current best practices.
- Manage multiple vendor enrollments, varying documentation, compliance, and ongoing relationship governance.
- Built strong relationships with vendors through open communication and collaboration, fostering productive partnerships that contributed to long-term collaboration.
- Implement creative solutions that satisfy both business needs and vendor constraints.
- Coordinate cross-functional meetings to align vendor strategies with business goals.
- Facilitated training sessions for new team members, promoting vendor management best practices and ensuring consistent application.
- Train and support new and existing team members by providing hands-on guidance and daily coaching.
- Conduct individual and group training sessions to ensure a smooth ramp-up transition and consistent team performance.
- Maintain accurate records of all vendor contracts and agreements.
- Facilitate the resolution of escalated problems between the parties involved in the contract agreement process.
IT Recruiter
Experis
, Remote
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Sourced candidates using job boards and professional networks to align talent with client needs.
- Screened resumes to identify suitable candidates for IT positions.
- Conducted initial phone interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
- Assessed candidates' technical skills through technical assessments and interviews.
- Coordinated interview schedules between hiring managers and candidates.
- Managed candidate communications throughout the recruitment process.
- Executed Boolean search strategies across multiple platforms (Bullhorn, Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter, etc.) to source qualified candidates for diverse roles.
- Managed end-to-end onboarding by documenting placements in Bullhorn and guiding candidates through each stage of the process.
- Participated in live team meetings to strategize on filling open roles, identify obstacles in sourcing hard-to-fill positions, and align recruitment approaches with the client’s specific job skill requirements.
- Built and maintained talent pipelines for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire positions aligned with candidate skill sets.
- Incorporated feedback from Sales Managers and clients to refine search criteria and enhance candidate submissions.
- Drafted job advertisements to attract qualified applicants for open positions. and wrote job descriptions.
Account Manager/Recruiter Specialist
Apollo Technical
Smyrna, GA
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Screened resumes and conducted initial phone interviews with candidates.
- Sourced candidates using online job boards and social media platforms.
- Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
- Coordinated background checks on successful candidates prior to offer acceptance.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth integration into teams.
- Met with clients both virtually and in person to maintain strong professional relationships, review current job openings, and collaborate on effective strategies for filling open roles.
- Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling and tailored solutions, resulting in enhanced client partnerships and business growth.
- Transformed team engagement with prospective clients by developing an innovative sales pitch integrated into overall sales strategy, boosting client interest.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles.
- Developed targeted recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent pools.
- Negotiated bill rates and salaries between candidates and hiring managers to ensure equitable outcomes and alignment with budgetary constraints.
- Built targeted candidate pools by strategically placing job advertisements, evaluating applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews, and pre-screening assessments.
Staffing Specialist
SURGE Staffing
Rome, GA
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Recruited and screened qualified candidates, effectively addressing ongoing staffing needs and enhancing candidate quality.
- Conducted virtual and in-person interviews and assessments to identify suitable candidates.
- Oversaw recruitment processes for diverse positions across multiple industries, ensuring alignment with organizational staffing goals.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions for new hires across various departments.
- Participated in live job fairs to engage with job seekers, conduct initial screenings, and identify qualified candidates for open positions.
- Coordinated pre-employment screenings and background checks for prospective employees.
- Prepared and processed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, and title changes with accuracy and compliance.
- Cultivated relationships with high-potential applicants through industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs, strengthening talent pools.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems to ensure organized, up‑to‑date records.
HR Assistant/Receptionist (Contract)
The Elf On The Shelf/Hire Dynamics
Atlanta, GA
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Coordinated logistics for recruitment events and scheduled phone screens and on-site interviews, enhancing support for human resources and recruiting teams.
- Oversaw front desk activities, ensuring smooth operations and visitor management, and handled incoming calls efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments and/or personnel.
- Welcomed visitors at the reception desk, providing information about services and programs, and offering information about services and programs to create a welcoming environment.
- Provided administrative support by filing documents and managing records effectively.
- Filed documents, distributed and sorted mail, maintained office cleanliness, and supported basic bookkeeping activities.
- Processed orders with vendors, contractors, and service providers, ensuring alignment with management specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Studies in Art & Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA12.2017
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05.2014
Skills
- Adobe
- Bullhorn
- Copilot
- DocuSign
- Firefox
- Gmail
- Jira
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle/PeopleSoft
- SharePoint
- Xenqu
- Zoom
Affiliations
Kappa Delta Sorority, Member
Certification
Project Management Certification - September 2025
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Operations Analyst - Supplier Operations
Experis
07.2023 - Current
IT Recruiter
Experis
11.2021 - 07.2023
Account Manager/Recruiter Specialist
Apollo Technical
05.2019 - 11.2021
Staffing Specialist
SURGE Staffing
08.2018 - 03.2019
HR Assistant/Receptionist (Contract)
The Elf On The Shelf/Hire Dynamics
10.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Studies in Art & Education
Kennesaw State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia College And State University