Farina Razzano
McKinney,TX
Summary
Procurement and sourcing professional skilled in negotiating high-value contracts and leading strategic sourcing initiatives. Experience in enhancing operational efficiencies through data-driven metrics, driving cost optimization, and fostering collaborative relationships across cross-functional teams in the healthcare industry.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Category Manager
US Renal Care
05.2025 - Current
- Spearhead contract negotiation strategies with key stakeholders, achieving substantial savings across purchasing services.
- Foster collaboration with finance and procurement teams to align contract strategies and execution, ensuring cohesive approach.
- Develop metrics and dashboards to streamline contract negotiation and renewal processes, improving decision-making.
Contract Manager
US Renal Care
12.2021 - 05.2025
- Coached teams on effective contract negotiations, enhancing outcomes in complex RFP processes.
- Reviewed contracts to pinpoint improvement opportunities and coordinated renewals for compliance.
Sourcing and Contract Manager
Baylor Scott and White
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Led negotiations with major vendors (e.g., Microsoft, Elsevier) to secure favorable pricing and strengthen cybersecurity measures.
- Executed RFPs for telecommunications and laboratory services, resulting in streamlined processes and improved service delivery.
Internal Auditor Supply Chain Operations
Deutsch Post DHL Group
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Conducted audits across LATAM and North America, identifying compliance gaps and operational inefficiencies.
Supply Chain Business and Contract Coordinator
Mount Sinai Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Facilitated process improvements, strengthening vendor relationships and optimizing contract management.
Contracts Coordinator
Broward Health
01.2009 - 12.2015
- Prepared and evaluated RFQ/RFP/RFI documents, ensuring compliance and securing favorable contract terms.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to streamline procurement processes, aligning them with organizational goals.
Education
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Business - Integrated Supply Chain and Operation Management
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Contracts & Negotiation Strategy
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Cost Analysis & Savings Initiatives
- Metrics & Dashboard Development
- RFP Management
- Compliance & Risk Minimization
- Leadership & Team Development
- Vendor management
- RFP management
- Contract negotiation
- Compliance auditing
- Data analysis
- Supply chain management
- Project collaboration
- Strategic sourcing
- Cost optimization
- Financial forecasting
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Supplier relationship management
- Asset management performance
- Supply chain optimization
- Sustainability initiatives
- E-procurement systems
- Proposal development
Timeline
Senior Category Manager
US Renal Care
05.2025 - Current
Contract Manager
US Renal Care
12.2021 - 05.2025
Sourcing and Contract Manager
Baylor Scott and White
03.2019 - 12.2021
Internal Auditor Supply Chain Operations
Deutsch Post DHL Group
01.2016 - 12.2018
Supply Chain Business and Contract Coordinator
Mount Sinai Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2016
Contracts Coordinator
Broward Health
01.2009 - 12.2015
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Business - Integrated Supply Chain and Operation Management
University of Phoenix