Shannon Williams, M.B.A.
Stafford,TX
Summary
Experienced Senior Procurement and Contract Management Professional with over 20 years of experience leading end-to-end procurement activities, contract administration, and project management within Oil & Gas, Infrastructure, Medical Devices, Gas and Transmission, and Industrial Automation industries. Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing RFx strategies, managing complex procurement issues, and ensuring compliance with company policies and standards. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, evaluate supplier performance, and negotiate contracts to achieve cost-effective solutions. Recognized for driving process improvements, maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships, and delivering significant cost savings.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Project Procurement Buyer/Subcontracts Administrator
Schneider Electric
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Project procurement lead for several subcontract projects, ranging in value from $2M to $17 M.
- Procurement Lead for various Brownfield/Greenfield/ Upgrade, & Turnaround Projects: ( BASF Geismar/Animes - Excel / DGD (Diamond Green Diesel) - Valero / Valero St. Charles / CP Chem / Exxon Mobil / Lyondell Bassell)
- Acted as a key project procurement lead and built relationships with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Accounts Payable, and other functional teams to assist in developing, issuing, and managing RFPs, RFQ's, RFI's, and managed the entire process for all sourcing initiatives: from development of the RFP to award and execution of the purchase order.
- Led the onboarding process for suppliers, including completion of relevant documents (MSA, NDA, W9, COI, HSE Documents, etc.)
- Supported procurement closeout activities.
- Worked with the Cybersecurity division on contracts requiring yearly renewals or extended contractual periods for maintenance and software items, ensuring all documentation and compliance requirements were met.
- Led a cross-regional team of 5 Project Procurement Managers to ensure on-site subcontractors were safety and contract compliant, achieving 100% compliance across all regions (APAC, EURA, LATAM, MEA, & NAM) within AVETTA.
- Led Key Internal Controls (KIC's) to monitor supply chain and contract compliance, ensuring procurement and contract management process adherence.
- Collaborated closely with the Procurement Director to develop and refine procurement processes and procedures, creating online reports on key metrics to support continuous improvement and best practices implementation.
Manager, Project Procurement
Schneider Electric
09.2014 - 10.2022
- Managed a staff of three (3) to identify workload imbalances, provide insights to improve efficiency, and suggest strategies for optimizing work distribution, fostering an environment of continuous learning and development.
- Negotiated with suppliers to achieve cost reductions while maintaining quality and delivery, exemplified by the Axiall-Lotte Project.
- Managed complex contract negotiations, risk analysis, and mitigation strategies for both direct and indirect procurement, ensuring alignment with project and organizational goals.
- Assisted in developing departmental supply chain and contract management processes for construction services and subcontractors.
- Implemented and maintained contract compliance processes, including the Peer Review Process, now used globally and digitized via Power Apps.
- Developed compliance templates and internal RFQ process guidelines for contract management of Remote Instrument Enclosures (RIEs).
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance contract and supply chain processes, supporting ongoing procurement process optimization.
- Mentored and coached global, multi-functional teams in supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing.
Regional Project Procurement Lead
Invensys Systems (now Schneider Electric)
06.2007 - 09.2014
- Led procurement activities for regional projects, ensuring effective supplier management, contract compliance, and alignment with project goals.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to support project delivery and procurement strategies.
- EPC engagement - Managed the procurement process for key equipment, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with the project specifications. Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success and satisfaction.
- Developed compliance templates and internal RFQ process guidelines for contract management of various high-value commodities.
Pipe Buyer
Duke Energy/Spectra Energy
10.2005 - 05.2007
- Managed procurement of materials and services, including bid analysis, negotiation, and purchase order commitment.
Offshore Drilling Buyer
Pride International
08.2000 - 04.2003
- Supported procurement activities for offshore drilling operations, including supplier management and RFQ/RFP development.
Purchasing Agent
Star Pipe Products
06.1999 - 09.2000
- Coordinated procurement of goods, managed supplier relationships, and ensured timely delivery of materials.
Purchasing Manager
Medical Center, Brace & Limb
09.1997 - 06.1999
- Oversaw procurement operations, supplier onboarding, and contract management for medical devices and supplies.
Education
Master of Business Administration, M.B.A. -
University of Phoenix
Houston, Texas09.2009
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, Texas12.1993
Skills
- Effective communication (written and verbal)
- Global procurement/Drive Process Improvements
- End-to-End Procurement Management (RFx, RFP, RFQ, RFI)
- Strong Supplier & Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Flow-downs /EPC or Customer - T&C's
- Risk Mitigation & Process Optimization
Other
- Women's Unlimited - Lead Program (10/2014)
- Negotiations for Success II
- Continuous Improvement / Kaizen's
Accounts Payable - process improvement
Foxboro manufacturing - assembly line improvements
- Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB)
Timeline
Sr. Project Procurement Buyer/Subcontracts Administrator
Schneider Electric
10.2022 - 11.2024
Manager, Project Procurement
Schneider Electric
09.2014 - 10.2022
Regional Project Procurement Lead
Invensys Systems (now Schneider Electric)
06.2007 - 09.2014
Pipe Buyer
Duke Energy/Spectra Energy
10.2005 - 05.2007
Offshore Drilling Buyer
Pride International
08.2000 - 04.2003
Purchasing Agent
Star Pipe Products
06.1999 - 09.2000
Purchasing Manager
Medical Center, Brace & Limb
09.1997 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
University of Houston-Downtown
Master of Business Administration, M.B.A. -
University of Phoenix
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