Noelle Spann
Portland,OR
Summary
Self-starting Manager with documented autonomous execution experience to support wide range of business initiatives. Co-developed key deliverables, provided project management and program management expertise and kept abreast of rapid industry advancements. Liaised with innovators internally and externally to expand network and execute new business models.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Execution Manager, Vice President
Wells Fargo
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Manager of a large team of Business Execution Consultants that perform third-party due diligence execution and risk mitigation per the Third-Party Program Policy, aligned primarily with Wells Fargo Commercial Banking and Global Treasury Management.
- Successfully executed program policies both in current day and during the transitioning of decentralized records from the line of business to Supplier Management.
- Continued to add value as a subject matter expert as it relates to Enterprise Global Solutions, Supply Chain/Sourcing and Procurement processes.
- Developed and implemented successful process for Commercial Banking in providing weekly updates for their Senior Leadership to relieve email traffic for the Operational Risk Consultants.
- Contributor during implementation of Sourcing and Supplier Management integration.
- Performed Recruitment, Hiring and Onboarding of new Team Members.
- Presented to senior leaders on business performance and recommended strategies to implement changes and improvements.
- Monitored and assimilated information and developed artifacts for business initiatives.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Procurement Operations Manager
Wells Fargo
01.2005 - 01.2018
- Successfully managed a large team of professional buyers.
- Procurement Category Manager for Services and Global buying.
- Subject matter expert and major contributor to Procure to Pay (P2P) process.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Accountable for managing procurement risk from the buying perspective.
- Collaborated in the creation of Purchase Order Terms & Conditions.
- Managed existing supplier relationships.
- Generated and implemented various purchasing strategies.
- Design contributor for Oracle PeopleSoft eProcurement application/subsequent upgrades.
- Responsible for capturing $500MM+ in spend through preferred channels.
- Traveled to India & Philippines to stand up the enterprise global buying teams.
- Achieved over $15 Million in cost savings on an annual basis.
- Contributor during implementation of Supplier Onboarding Process.
- Analyzed supplier contracts to confirm compliance with company policies and procedures.
- 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.
Program Project Manager
Wells Fargo
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed a project team developing and rolling out new technology benefiting our operational group.
- Developed a Routing system to track and Monitor internal work flow.
- Webmaster for Investment Management Intranet Site.
- Researched, recommended and approved new desktop applications.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Mechanical Designer
Linatex Corporation
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Scheduled and managed new product through operations.
- Was responsible for estimating all custom fabricated & molded products.
- Provided technical support for customers, inside and outside sales.
- Project Manager for all large custom projects.
- Designed & developed products for customers and manufacturing.
- Researched customer design proposals and requests to evaluate feasibility, cost and maintenance requirements of designs.
- Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed design and specifications.
- Developed CAD drawings to support prototype designs.
- Developed communication documentation to help convey key design aspects to clients.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and created engineering drawings and sketches.
Mechanical Designer
Compact Controls Inc.
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Accountable for all prototype material in the manufacturing process from design to shipment.
- Responsible for the designing of all prototype hydraulic manifolds.
- Worked closely with Project Application Engineers.
- Created schematics, layouts, proposals, schedules and work flow requirements.
- Received certification in Using Hydraulic Principles.
- Researched customer design proposals and requests to evaluate feasibility, cost and maintenance requirements of designs.
- Worked with clientele to determine project needs and adapt prototypes for testing.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, and needed product adjustments.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify source of mechanical system malfunctions.
Skills
- Team leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Operational strategy development
- Quality standards adherence
Timeline
Business Execution Manager, Vice President
Wells Fargo
01.2018 - 01.2025
Procurement Operations Manager
Wells Fargo
01.2005 - 01.2018
Program Project Manager
Wells Fargo
01.2002 - 01.2005
Mechanical Designer
Linatex Corporation
01.2000 - 01.2002
Mechanical Designer
Compact Controls Inc.
01.1996 - 01.2000