Timothy Walker
Corinth,TX
Summary
Strategic procurement leader with 15+ years of experience driving enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives, supplier management, and cost optimization for Fortune 500 and government organizations. Proven track record of delivering multimillion-dollar savings, mitigating risk, and transforming procurement operations into scalable, value-driven systems. Expert in executive stakeholder engagement, contract negotiation, and cross-functional leadership.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain
Texas Military Department – Texas State Guard
01.2014 - Current
- Executive officer leading 90+ personnel in maritime search and rescue operations supporting Homeland Defense and disaster response.
- Managed $50K training budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and operational readiness for watercraft, vehicles, and mission-critical equipment.
- Directed risk assessment and mitigation strategies for high-risk rescue missions, improving safety and operational success rates.
- Developed and executed intensive training programs to enhance technical proficiency and readiness for disaster response missions.
Advisor, Supply Base Management
Fannie Mae
01.2012 - Current
- Directed end-to-end procurement lifecycle for $700M+ annual spend across multiple categories, including market assessments, RFP execution, supplier negotiations, and offboarding strategies.
- Developed and executed category plans for Single Family and Multifamily business units, covering residential renovation, outsourced business processes, and contingent labor services.
- Delivered $X million in hard cost savings through strategic negotiations for REO property renovations and maintenance services.
- Championed continuous improvement of procurement models to reduce cycle times, enhance real-time spend visibility, and ensure compliance and scalability.
- Partnered with senior executives to design sourcing strategies, streamline renewals, and manage complex contractual negotiations.
- Presented procurement strategy at executive-level forums, influencing decisions on vendor relationships and market positioning.
Sourcing Project Manager
Accenture (formerly Procurian Inc.)
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Led global strategic sourcing initiatives for Fortune 500 clients in financial services, technology, and telecommunications.
- Managed project spend from $1M to $100M, achieving 11%+ average cost savings through pricing optimization and advanced negotiation strategies.
- Delivered process improvements and procurement transformations to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Senior Manager – Contracts
Fidelity Investments
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Directed contract management and supplier negotiations for technology, professional services, and contingency labor with spend up to $100M.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies for domestic and international sourcing engagements, reducing exposure and improving compliance.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes and cut expenses for complex software and hardware products.
Education
Master of Arts - Management
Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Management & Ethics
Dallas Christian College
Skills
- Procurement & Supply Chain Strategy
- Global Sourcing & Category Management
- Contract Negotiation & Compliance
- Risk Mitigation & Governance
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Executive Stakeholder Engagement
- Team Leadership & Development
Certification
- Certified Commercial Contract Negotiator – ICN
- Court-Ordered Mediator – State of Texas
- Certified Training Instructor – Texas Guard Training Center
Awards & Honors
Texas Faithful Service Medal (2025), Texas Achievement Medal (2022), Meritorious Service Award (2021), Adjutant General’s Individual Award (2018)
Timeline
Captain
Texas Military Department – Texas State Guard
01.2014 - Current
Advisor, Supply Base Management
Fannie Mae
01.2012 - Current
Sourcing Project Manager
Accenture (formerly Procurian Inc.)
01.2010 - 01.2012
Senior Manager – Contracts
Fidelity Investments
01.2004 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Management & Ethics
Dallas Christian College
Master of Arts - Management
Dallas Baptist University
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