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JENNIFER GLENN

Sykesville,MD

Summary

Procurement and Purchasing Manager with 15+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, project estimation, logistics, contract administration, and supply chain operations. Proven success negotiating supplier agreements, improving margins, optimizing processes, and leading cross-functional teams.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Purchasing Manager

SINGER EQUIPMENT (EVI DIVISION)
Glenelg, MD
04.2024 - Current

Oversee procurement of equipment/supplies for projects and delivery

  • Oversaw approximately $56 million in annual procurement spend.
  • Managed the Logistics team, ensuring timely delivery and operational efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with 300+ unique vendors to secure competitive pricing, improve service levels and mitigate supply chain risks.
  • Lead procurement activities for commercial foodservice equipment and supplies supporting multiple project portfolios.
  • Developed procurement strategies aligned with organization growth, sustainability, and operations goals.
  • Improved project margins by 5% through supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing initiatives, and vendor performance management.
  • Implemented workflow improvements that increased productivity, reduced manual processing and accelerated vendor order processing.
  • Maintained pricing structures, vendor records, discounts, and contract data within ERP systems to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
  • Supported Estimating, Project Management team and Logistics teams by providing contract pricing analysis, lead-time tracking and procurement support.
  • Performed data extraction, cleansing, validation and reporting using ERP, excel and Business Intelligence tools.

Estimator – Design Support

SINGER EQUIPMENT (EVI DIVISION)
Glenelg, MD
11.2021 - 03.2024

Collaborated with Design, Estimating, and Project Management teams.

  • Managed project files, tracking lists, and documentation to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Registered projects in Smartsheet and coordinated communication across design and estimating departments.
  • Prepared bid proposals and contract documents, ensuring compliance with client requirements and organizational standards.
  • Analyzed vendor pricing, promotions, and lead times to optimize project estimates and profitability.
  • Coordinate AutoQuotes (AQ) projects, creating accurate equipment specifications and proposals.
  • Facilitated project handoff to PM teams and conducted handoff meetings.
  • Managed project tasks and deliverables in Wrike to meet schedules and milestones.

Purchasing Officer

SYNERGY DESIGN & PROCUREMENT
Columbia, MD
01.2020 - 01.2021

Oversaw procurement of equipment / supplies for projects and delivery of quarterly financial performance reporting across +200 hotels

  • Managed budgets, take-offs, and financial guidelines for capital and G&A expenditures.
  • Delivered end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) operations with strong vendor management.
  • Negotiated improved pricing, contract terms, and SLAs, resulting in significant cost savings.
  • Implemented inventory controls and a new procurement platform to automate processes and improve date visibility.
  • Developed procurement playbooks for hotel opening and renovations to streamline processes and improve customer experience.

Sales & Business Development Consultant

PROMASTAR GULF PROJECTS MANAGEMENT
UAE
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Managed 500+ client relationships, contracts, tender submissions, training, and workflow automation initiatives.
  • Supported business development activities through market analysis, proposal development, and client engagement.
  • Improved operational efficiency through process standardization and automation initiatives.

Business Development Lead & Administrator

CMCS
Dubai, UAE
01.2005 - 01.2011
  • Supported Primavera solutions across 2,000+ clients; led licensing, customer success, training, and Oracle relationship management.
  • Led licensing administration, customer success initiatives, training programs, and Oracle relationship management.
  • Coordinated sales support, professional services engagement, and customer retention activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics

University of Philippines in The Visayas

Skills

  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Procurement
  • Vendor Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Logistics Management
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Project Estimation
  • Supply Chain Operations
  • Process Improvement
  • Inventory Management
  • ERP Systems
  • Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Cross-Functional Leadership

SYSTEMS AND TOOLS

  • Sage
  • Quickbase
  • Oracle Primavera
  • Wrike
  • Autoquotes
  • Smartsheet
  • Microsoft Package
  • Procurement Platforms
  • Bookstack

Certification

  • Introduction to Quickbook Online Certification (July 2022)
  • Diploma in International Montessori Teacher Training (2019)
  • Best Project Presentation, Filipino Association Computer Excellence (2011)
  • Primavera P6 EPPM Sales Specialist Assessment Certificate, Oracle University (2010)
  • Best Individual Presentation, 2nd Honorable Mention and Best Group Leader Presentation, Filipino Assoc. Comp. Excellence (2007)
  • The Project Management Professional (PM Course 905) (2007)

Accomplishments

  • Increased projects margins by 5% through strategic supplier negotiations and sourcing initiatives.
  • Implemented procurement workflow automation that reduced manual processing and improved efficiency.
  • Supporting procurement and financial reporting across 200 hotel properties.
  • Managed vendor consolidation initiatives that improved service levels while reducing costs.
  • Developed procurement and project management processes adopted across multiple departments.

Timeline

Purchasing Manager

SINGER EQUIPMENT (EVI DIVISION)
04.2024 - Current

Estimator – Design Support

SINGER EQUIPMENT (EVI DIVISION)
11.2021 - 03.2024

Purchasing Officer

SYNERGY DESIGN & PROCUREMENT
01.2020 - 01.2021

Sales & Business Development Consultant

PROMASTAR GULF PROJECTS MANAGEMENT
01.2011 - 01.2016

Business Development Lead & Administrator

CMCS
01.2005 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics

University of Philippines in The Visayas
JENNIFER GLENN