KRISTE LONDON
ARLINGTON,TX
Summary
Results-driven procurement/ Contracts professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
SR. MGR. PROCUREMENT, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & CONTRACTS
Bluemedia
02.2021 - Current
- Built and managed procurement for a fast growing start up company by understanding business needs and partnering with the business areas to understand their business and budget goals with a strategic company benefit mindset.
- Created a clear path and understanding with multiple business areas of financial spend and risk through contract negotiations, data, communication and team involvement.
- Diversified suppliers to mitigate revenue loss due to long lead-times.
- Created vendor scorecards
- Created contracts database
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Assisted with annual audits by generating reports and collecting and consolidating invoice information.
- Maintained database to monitor accounts payable for corporate customers and vendors.
- Handled sensitive and confidential documents and information to maintain corporate reputation.
PROCUREMENT / INVENTORY MANAGER
METROMILE
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
SR. MANAGER FINANCIAL SERVICES
TOTAL TERMINALS LLC
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed full end to end Financial back office functions including: Contracts, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Verifications, and buyers.
- Implemented contracts standards including Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work and SLAs.
- ed vendor management servicing as a liaison between internal and external customers and vendors.
- Promoted a positive work environment with professional and personal development for a direct report staff of 16.
- Managed and conducted security and compliance reviews and audits.
GLOBAL PROCUREMENT MANAGER | ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER
TAYLORMADE ADIDAS GOLF
11.2005 - 03.2016
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Analyzed supplier contracts to confirm compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
Education
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN MANAGEMENT, PROCUREMENT, ACCOUNTING - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
COURSEWORK, COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LEAN ENTREPRISES SIX SIGMA - undefined
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
Skills
- Financial Administration
- Workflow Coordination
- Quality Control
- Team Oversight
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Human Resources Knowledge
- Strategic and Financial Planning
- Fiscal Reporting
- Closing Procedures
- Business Processes and Procedures
- Cost Control and Reduction
- Critical Thinking
- Mentoring
- Process Improvement
Timeline
SR. MGR. PROCUREMENT, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & CONTRACTS
Bluemedia
02.2021 - Current
PROCUREMENT / INVENTORY MANAGER
METROMILE
03.2019 - 12.2019
SR. MANAGER FINANCIAL SERVICES
TOTAL TERMINALS LLC
06.2017 - 03.2019
GLOBAL PROCUREMENT MANAGER | ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER
TAYLORMADE ADIDAS GOLF
11.2005 - 03.2016
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN MANAGEMENT, PROCUREMENT, ACCOUNTING - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
COURSEWORK, COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LEAN ENTREPRISES SIX SIGMA - undefined
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
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