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Patrick Simmonds

Procurement Manager
Dallas,TX
Patrick Simmonds

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Principal Sourcing Manager —Services & LaborSenior Procurement Manager — Human ResourcesVice President, HR - DE&IProcurement Manager — ConstructionSAP Ariba Enablement Consultant

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Location: Dallas, TX, US
Open to relocation: Yes

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Summary

Strategic procurement partner with 15+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contingent labor program management across portfolios up to $72M. I build programs that deliver results, preferred supplier frameworks, VMS/MSP implementations, contract structures, but long-term success comes from the relationships behind them: suppliers treated as partners and internal stakeholders who trust procurement. That foundation is what turns sourcing strategy into measurable cost savings, stronger supplier relationships, and programs that hold up at scale.

Overview

18
years of professional experience

Work History

Qualtrics

Principal Sourcing Manager —Services & Labor
02.2025 - 12.2025

Job overview

  • Stood up governance for a $72M contingent labor program from scratch — built preferred partner framework, QBR cadence, MSA/SOW templates, and supplier consolidation strategy across the full program.
  • Supplier consolidation— cut the supply base by 65% and redirected tail spend to strategic partners, generating $1.9M in rebates within the first program year.
  • Evaluated and co-led VMS/MSP selection and implementation with two industry leaders, projecting $4.5M in annual run-rate savings post-go-live.
  • Led VMS/MSP selection that unified sourcing, compliance, and spend visibility under one operating model.
  • Engineered standardized MSA/SOW frameworks and rate card structures, reducing mobilization time for new labor demand across all site locations.
  • Designed and launched QBR framework, formalizing supplier accountability and creating continuous improvement feedback loop.

IDEXX

Senior Procurement Manager — Human Resources
06.2022 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Contingent labor transformation— restructured the global contingent labor program end-to-end, collapsing the vendor base by 60%+ and generating $3M+ in annual savings and rebates.
  • Non-labor HR spend— ran competitive RFx events and negotiated $4.6M in savings across benefits, recruiting platforms, and HR technology — without compromising service levels.
  • Owned full indirect procurement scope for HR across 4 categories — benefits, recruiting, L&D, and contingent labor — managing global spend and aligning HR, Legal, Finance, and Security stakeholders.
  • Translated business needs into sourcing events and commercial terms, shortening cycle times and enhancing contract outcomes.
  • Led drafting, negotiation, and execution of strategic supplier agreements in complex, multi-stakeholder environment with global scope.

Citizens Bank

Vice President, HR - DE&I
12.2020 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Managed HR programs for DE&I initiatives at Citizens Bank, enhancing operational experience in budget planning, vendor selection, and program governance to improve sourcing conversations and contract negotiations with HR stakeholders.
  • Supported 6 Business Resource Groups within HR leadership by developing governance frameworks and impact reporting, establishing operational credibility that strengthened partnership with HR leaders.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance customer experience and satisfaction.
  • Oversaw risk management processes to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.
  • Developed and implemented policies to improve operational efficiency across departments.

Pinnacle Group

Procurement Manager — Construction
01.2020 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Managed ~$1B in construction and contingent labor spend across three U.S. divisions for Comcast's national fiber expansion.
  • Consolidated regional silos into unified national program, restructured fragmented supplier relationships into governed portfolio with strategic sourcing oversight, and standardized vendor management process — scaled field crew procurement during COVID-driven broadband demand surge.
  • Restructured supply base — reduced vendor landscape by ~30% through consolidation, unlocking economies of scale and enhancing supplier relationship management across divisions.
  • Ticket management system— designed and implemented IRTH enterprise-wide, standardizing intake and negotiation workflows. Invoice transparency alone drove a 3.7% cost reduction through accurate billing — contributing to $5.6M in total annual savings.
  • Coordinated contractor activities to meet project timelines and ensure successful delivery.

Accenture

SAP Ariba Enablement Consultant
08.2018 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Defined and rolled out SAP Ariba Contract Management and Supplier Lifecycle & Performance modules for large multi-national implementation.
  • Partnered with category managers across organization to align buying channels to platform, shifting focus from technical configuration to behavioral adoption, reducing workarounds and increasing sustained platform usage.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions for client challenges.
  • Analyzed client requirements to develop tailored strategies and recommendations.
  • Facilitated workshops to gather insights and foster collaboration among stakeholders.

IDEXX

Senior Category Manager — Freight & Logistics
06.2016 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Built and executed global transportation and logistics sourcing strategy across a multi-carrier portfolio, delivering 15%+ year-over-year cost savings through carrier negotiation and network redesign.
  • Early extraction program— designed and launched an early extraction program to reduce late readouts across logistics network, improving delivery visibility and driving an 8% improvement in annual revenue through faster fulfillment.
  • Led strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing product categories and enhancing supplier relationships.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, aligning product strategies with business objectives to drive organizational growth.
  • Developed comprehensive market analyses, identifying industry trends and opportunities to inform sourcing strategies.

Halyard Health

Sourcing Manager — S&IP Materials
04.2013 - 06.2016

Job overview

  • Sourced surgical and infection-prevention raw materials worth over $60M from 25+ suppliers, applying category management to maintain supply continuity and clinical compliance for medical device and PPE production.
  • Developed sourcing strategies to optimize procurement processes and reduce costs.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new sourcing opportunities and risks.

KPMG / PwC / BearingPoint

Procurement Consultant/Sr. Consultant
07.2007 - 04.2013

Job overview

  • Developed category strategies and savings opportunity roadmaps for 10+ indirect spend categories for Fortune 500 clients — identified $50M+ in spend consolidation opportunities, prioritized initiatives by value and complexity, and delivered actionable roadmaps for procurement teams to execute within 90 days.
  • Developed procurement strategies aligned with client business objectives.
  • Analyzed supplier performance to optimize purchasing decisions.
  • Led workshops to train stakeholders on procurement processes and best practices.

Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Bachelor of Science from Marketing, Supply Chain
07-2007

Skills

  • Strategic sourcing
  • Category management
  • Indirect spend management
  • Procurement programs
  • Spend analysis
  • Market benchmarking
  • Cost modeling
  • Performance evaluation
  • Risk management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Relationship management
  • Labor management
  • SAP Ariba expertise
  • Coupa proficiency
  • GEP knowledge
  • Diversity initiatives
  • Portfolio consolidation
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Timeline

Principal Sourcing Manager —Services & Labor

Qualtrics
02.2025 - 12.2025

Senior Procurement Manager — Human Resources

IDEXX
06.2022 - 02.2025

Vice President, HR - DE&I

Citizens Bank
12.2020 - 06.2022

Procurement Manager — Construction

Pinnacle Group
01.2020 - 12.2020

SAP Ariba Enablement Consultant

Accenture
08.2018 - 01.2020

Senior Category Manager — Freight & Logistics

IDEXX
06.2016 - 08.2018

Sourcing Manager — S&IP Materials

Halyard Health
04.2013 - 06.2016

Procurement Consultant/Sr. Consultant

KPMG / PwC / BearingPoint
07.2007 - 04.2013

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science from Marketing, Supply Chain

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