Sandra shepherd
Elizabethtown,Kentucky
Summary
Seasoned Program/Project Manager with expertise in procurement and inventory management. Skilled in leading teams, negotiating vendor agreements, and driving operational efficiency. Known for strategic planning that aligns purchasing with business goals, and enhances team collaboration.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Program/Project Manager
Quantum Corporation
Colorado Springs, Colorado
06.2003 - 07.2025
- Developed project schedules utilizing advanced planning tools for efficient milestone delivery.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve timely project milestones.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication, ensuring objective alignment.
- Conducted status meetings to monitor progress and address issues.
- Collaborated with vendors for seamless resource procurement.
- Managed concurrent projects with competing deadlines.
- Established partnerships with teams, vendors, and contractors.
- Guided meetings with team members and consultants.
Senior NPI buyer
Hewlett Packard Enterprise, HPE
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2003 - 06.2005
- Negotiated pricing agreements with vendors, optimizing procurement costs and boosting savings.
- Managed inventory levels to guarantee timely product availability across all departments.
- Analyzed market trends to develop informed purchasing strategies aligned with forecasts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring procurement supports business goals.
- Utilized procurement software to efficiently track orders and manage supplier data.
- Coordinated interdepartmental activities, fostering seamless communication between sales, engineering, finance, and logistics.
- Evaluated supplier quotations to effectively award purchase orders.
Procurement Specialist
Quantum Corporation
Colorado Springs, Colorado
05.1999 - 05.2003
- Managed supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of materials and adherence to agreements.
- Developed procurement strategies that optimized purchasing processes and reduced costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align procurement goals with overall company objectives.
- Analyzed vendor performance, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of purchase orders and inventory levels for efficient tracking.
- Coordinated with finance departments to ensure procurement activities complied with budget constraints.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement throughout the procurement cycle.
- Leveraged strong communication and collaboration skills to cultivate effective vendor relationships.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Project management and planning
- Vendor negotiation and procurement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Inventory and supply chain management
- Effective communication skills
- Team leadership and staff management
- Problem solving strategies
- Multi-unit operations oversight
- Process optimization
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Camping
- Golfing
Accomplishments
- Assisted on crossfunctional team to implement new MS D365 ERP system.
- Multiple rewards and recognitions over my years of service for cost savings, team building, setting up new contract manufacturing locations.
Timeline
Program/Project Manager
Quantum Corporation
06.2003 - 07.2025
Senior NPI buyer
Hewlett Packard Enterprise, HPE
05.2003 - 06.2005
Procurement Specialist
Quantum Corporation
05.1999 - 05.2003
High School Diploma -
Pikes Peak Community College
Additional Experience
- I have had many job titles and promotions at my previous employer to include Procurement Specialist, NPI buyer, Purchasing manager, Inventory manager, OEM order manager, Product lifecycle manager, Project/Program manager.
References
References available upon request.