Description
Summary: * An experienced professional offering an outstanding record of achievement in managing high-value software, hardware, biotech, IT, and aerospace contracts reducing expenses and mitigating risk for Fortune 500 Corporations. * Skilled in negotiating and closing large-dollar contracts that include terms advantageous to corporate objectives. * Adept in streamlining processes and procedures to maximize efficiency and reduce costs. Excellent prioritization skills developed through managing simultaneous projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. * Creative, successful troubleshooting and crisis management - excellent problem solving skills. Able to quickly establish rapport with suppliers, internal partners, and associates. * Proficient in Ariba, SAP, Oracle Systems, SaaS, and Cloud Agreements. Available for extensive travel or telecommuting. Sourcing/Procurement Experiences: * Responsible for strategic sourcing and procurement of IT related products, technologies, and services for different business units that need to acquire technology products and services. * Technology Sourcing and Procurement, * Contract Drafting and Negotiations, * IT/Program Management, * Technology Licensing and Joint Development Agreements, * Leading Company-Wide, Strategic Initiatives, * Program/Process Management, * Support of purchase of goods and services for IT and manage and lead supplier negotiations