Kara Norman

• Lead Supplier Diversity program enhancements improving reporting accuracy, partner engagement, and visibility across Sourcing & Procurement.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives aligning category managers, business units, and supplier partners.
• Serve as escalation point for supplier issues, accelerating resolution and compliance.
• Support enterprise RFP efforts by integrating Supplier Diversity requirements into sourcing strategies.
• Strengthen internal and external partnerships to broaden diverse supplier participation.

• Delivered menopause training and consulting services for national enterprises.
• Facilitated workshops and retreats focused on midlife wellbeing and support groups.
• Provided individual coaching utilizing integrative health frameworks to enhance client outcomes.
• Advocated for menopause equity and women's health as a keynote speaker at various events.

Managed contingent workforce processes utilizing Beeline and Salesforce systems.

Coordinated requisition intake, onboarding, billing configuration, and supplier management activities.

Delivered training sessions to internal teams and vendor partners on OSW processes and VMS functionalities.

Provided operational support for financial approvals, amendments, and assignment updates.

• Oversaw requisition activity through VMS technology to enhance operational efficiency.
• Trained end-users and suppliers, ensuring compliance and accuracy in workflows.
• Established strong partnerships with managers and suppliers, delivering consultative support for job requirements.
• Managed candidate submissions, onboarding coordination, SOP updates, and supplier performance evaluation.