Samantha Rudin
Minneapolis,Minnesota
Summary
Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Professional with experience managing diverse vendor portfolios, negotiating technology agreements, and supporting cost‑efficient, high‑quality outcomes. Skilled in evaluating suppliers through data‑driven insights, strengthening financial planning, and building collaborative relationships that help teams deliver reliable, well‑supported products and services. Known for a thoughtful, solutions‑oriented approach that balances cost, quality, and operational needs while supporting long‑term business goals. Committed to improving processes, enhancing vendor performance, and contributing to a sourcing strategy that reflects Petco’s focus on responsibility, partnership, and continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sourcing and Procurement Analyst
UnitedHealth Group
Eden Prairie, MN
06.2023 - Current
- Led sourcing and renewal activities for 110 IT and software vendors, initiating competitive bids, evaluating supplier options, and negotiating pricing and contract terms to support category growth, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.
- Developed data‑driven insights by analyzing supplier performance, renewal timelines, and market trends, providing clear recommendations to stakeholders and informing long‑term sourcing strategies and financial planning.
- Managed end‑to‑end contract development for SOWs, MSAs, and EULAs, partnering with Legal and cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize total cost of ownership, and maintain accurate documentation across procurement systems.
- Collaborated with internal partners to align business needs with vendor capabilities, ensuring timely renewals, accurate financial commitments, and smooth onboarding and maintenance of supplier records.
- Identified workflow inefficiencies within procurement processes and implemented improvements - such as standardized templates and automated tracking - to enhance speed, accuracy, and operational scalability.
- Assessed vendor performance using qualitative and quantitative metrics, contributing to vendor matrix optimization and supporting objective decision‑making for resourcing and cost‑engineering opportunities.
Category Specialist Intern
Robinson Fresh
Eden Prairie, MN
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed weekly demand planning by processing up to 150 fresh‑produce orders for 35 customers, adapting sourcing decisions in real time to navigate supply shortages and fast‑changing operational constraints.
- Established supplier and customer relationships through consistent communication and on-site engagement, improving visibility into product availability, quality considerations, and evolving client needs.
- Streamlined ordering workflows using Excel-based tools to standardize order cadences and enhance communication efficiency, resulting in improved forecasting accuracy through reliable data inputs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis05-2023
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Contract Negotiation
- Cost optimization
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
Timeline
Senior Sourcing and Procurement Analyst
UnitedHealth Group
06.2023 - Current
Category Specialist Intern
Robinson Fresh
06.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Minnesota