Jonathan Schwarz
New York,New York
Summary
Results-driven global operations and procurement leader with a proactive and strategic mindset. Experienced in leading teams through digital business transformations, executing complex business plans, implementing cost-saving measures, and negotiating multi-million dollar contracts. Seeking a senior leadership position to apply my passion for company transformation and drive growth within your organization
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Strategic Sourcing Operations
Interpublic Group
New York , New York
2021.01 - Current
- Led the foundation and framework for a comprehensive $2.6B third party spend strategy across all indirect procurement categories, which expects to impact $500M
- Overseeing the strategy, planning, and execution of streamlining multiple processes and operations through the deployment of multiple enterprise-wide systems; which include our Source-to-Pay system, data and analytics dashboards, ESG metrics and data capture, and vendor onboarding system
- Supervising the redevelopment of the IPG intercompany program which focuses on $130M of third party spend being transitioned to in-house offerings
- Led the successful operational merge two global teams into one function which included addressing new role changes, updating team SharePoint sites, implementing new processes for collaboration, and introducing new systems/pipeline tracker for open projects and reporting out metrics to leadership
- Managing diverse stakeholder relationships which range from facility level to executive level staff which enables seamless internal and external negotiations to effectively advance initiatives
- Regularly communicate company directives and programs to my direct reports and ensured all follow-up items are completed both accurately and timely
- Selected by the SVP, Business Transformation to present all quarterly progress updates and metrics to executive and senior management stakeholders
- Oversaw the creation of training and mentoring materials for team members in order to reduce training time when new employees join the team
- Currently a part of the IPG Intern Mentorship Program, where I help the development of interns by imparting essential skills such as effective communication, stakeholder collaboration, presentation techniques, and the art of building professional relationships
Manager, Global Operations & Strategic Sourcing
MDC Partners
New York , New York
2020.01 - 2021.11
- Successfully led both the procurement and global operations functions during the MDC Partners/Stagwell merger, which saw the company stock price increase from $2.78 per share to $10.61 per share
- Developed, communicated, presented, and implemented a comprehensive company-wide procurement policy. This initiative included the establishment of a robust governance framework covering diversity, approval workflows, contracting processes, and RFP standards which led to the successful execution of two hundred contracts and consistently earned accolades for its compliance during internal audit
- Spearheaded the overall execution of many global procurement initiatives which spanned across all indirect procurement categories and delivered hard cost savings of $20M
- Generation of $200K in annual net new revenue by negotiating, implementing, and overseeing strategic rebate programs
- Created and oversaw the management of a $20M budget which covered all operational activities for the 200,000-square-foot buildout and real estate consolidation of 13 individual agencies into One World Trade Center
- Regularly partnered and communicated with C Suite staff, presenting essential procurement metrics and articulating the future vision for global procurement and operations functions
- Oversaw the creation of data gathering templates tailored for the streamlined collection of global operations information regarding M&A transactions
Analyst, IT & Digital Marketing Sourcing Strategy
New Avon LLC
New York , New York
2018.06 - 2019.12
- Co-led a $20M IT cost optimization initiative which resulted in $1.5M of hard cost savings
- Managed and presented all financial information, contract transition, operational activity, to senior and executive leadership for two M&A transactions which totaled $120M
- Developed all financial models and contract analysis which assisted management in negotiations, contract negotiations,a nd vendor selection.
- Worked cross-functionally across the entire organization and identified opportunities for process improvements
- Selected by the EVP, Marketing to represent the company at its annual convention known as "Repfest"
Advisory Associate
FCE Group
New Hyde Park , New York
2017.11 - 2018.06
- Participated in the firm's Financial Planning & Analytics Rotation Program which included estate planning, investment due diligence, and insurance
- Conducted, authored, and distributed quarterly one pagers to the Chief Investment Officer which outlined due diligence on all the companies investments
- Researched investments in various asset classes such as equities, fixed income, and alternative investments in order to identify net new opportunities for increasing returns for clients
- Learned how to present tailored financial and estate planning strategies to clients
- Worked cross-functionally with the operations team to ensure all CRM and client operation tasks were being completed both accurately and timely
Senior Data Processor
Innovatix
New York , New York
2014.07 - 2017.11
- Supervised a team of two employees responsible for inputting wholesaler and pharmacy data into our data warehouse
- Co-authored the creation of SOX-compliant documentation during the company's transition from privately owned to publicly traded
- Oversaw all company wide financial reporting processes and presented weekly financial reports directly to executive level staff
- Directed audits on all vendor payments which resulted in the recovery of $1.5M in missed revenue
- Identified and fixed errors within all IT and reporting systems prior to the generation and release of all financial reports
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Economics
State University of New York At Cortland
Cortland, NY2014-05
Study Abroad -
University of Westminster
United Kingdom2013-06
Skills
- Global Operations
- Indirect Procurement
- Strategic Sourcing
- Team Leadership
- Process Optimization
- Contract Negotiations
- Workplace Strategy
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Relationship Management
- Spend Management
- Budgeting
- Fundraising
- Policy Implementation
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Performance Management
- Cross-Functional Team Management
Extracurricular Activities
Frequently Invited Panelist and Speaker at global events where I addressed audiences on diverse operations and strategic sourcing topics such as office reentry strategies, pandemic-related challenges, workplace optimization, vendor negotiations, talent retention, and digital transformation Current board member of a multi-million-dollar charitable foundation that is actively engaged in the allocation of substantial annual contributions to various charitable organizations. The foundation has contributed $500k in charitable donations over the past five years Fundraised over $400K for breast cancer research & veterans through various organizations within the CrossFit community Enthusiastic and competitive CrossFit athlete and Olympic weightlifter
Certification
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Featured panelist and speaker on a wide variety of global operations and procurement topics
Affiliations
InterpublicInnovatix
- Board member of private charity organization which donates to multiple charities every year
- Avid CrossFit athlete and weightlifter
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager, Strategic Sourcing Operations
Interpublic Group
2021.01 - Current
Manager, Global Operations & Strategic Sourcing
MDC Partners
2020.01 - 2021.11
Analyst, IT & Digital Marketing Sourcing Strategy
New Avon LLC
2018.06 - 2019.12
Advisory Associate
FCE Group
2017.11 - 2018.06
Senior Data Processor
Innovatix
2014.07 - 2017.11
Bachelor of Arts - Business Economics
State University of New York At Cortland
Study Abroad -
University of Westminster
- Microsoft Office
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