Jessica Letona
Chicago,IL
Summary
Expert in global sourcing and supplier management, adept at implementing cost-saving strategies and enhancing procurement efficiency. Utilizes strong analytical skills to evaluate supplier performance and resolve discrepancies, ensuring seamless operations and alignment with organizational objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sourcing Specialist
Capgemini
Remote
08.2022 - Current
- Served as primary contact for suppliers, facilitating order confirmations, lead time updates, delivery coordination, and resolution of PO discrepancies.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., requesters, AP team) to resolve order blocks, delivery issues, and invoice discrepancies
- Escalated non-compliance issues with supplier performance to relevant teams for timely resolution.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through enhanced supplier management practices and streamlined processes.
Global Buyer
Novartis Gene Therapies
Libertyville, IL
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Executed end-to-end bidding and RFPs for global categories, ensuring alignment with sourcing strategy.
- Negotiated costs/terms and conditions of contracts to obtain competitive pricing
- Managed global critical materials at all Novartis sites by executing strategic sourcing processes
- Coordinated with project controls team to execute purchase orders for direct raw materials based on demand forecasts.
- Maintained data quality management and compliance standards, supporting adherence to KPIs.
Buyer
Thermal Care
Niles, IL
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Evaluated and qualified suppliers for specialized components, including electrical panels and pumps, to meet project specifications
- Secured blanket purchase orders for high repeat parts and negotiated fixed pricing agreements to avoid market price inflation
- Coordinated sourcing plans with Engineering, Production, and Finance to optimize resource allocation
- Evaluated supplier performance through quarterly scorecards, ensuring alignment with quality and delivery standards
- Resolved discrepancies in invoices and purchase orders with vendors efficiently.
Account Executive
Tribus Point
Barrington, IL
03.2017 - 11.2017
Account Manager
CDW Corporation
Chicago, IL
05.2016 - 12.2016
Education
BA - Applied Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Supplier Negotiation
- Strategic sourcing
- Delivery management
- Supplier Performance Management
- Cost analysis
- Procurement KPIs
- Cost tracking
Timeline
Senior Sourcing Specialist
Capgemini
08.2022 - Current
Global Buyer
Novartis Gene Therapies
11.2019 - 07.2021
Buyer
Thermal Care
07.2018 - 10.2019
Account Executive
Tribus Point
03.2017 - 11.2017
Account Manager
CDW Corporation
05.2016 - 12.2016
BA - Applied Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago