Category Manager Supply Chain

Cheryl Grant

Senior Category Manager

Cary, NC **519 919-***-****

**********@*****.*** https://linkedin.com/in/cherylgrant Results-driven Senior Category Manager with a proven track record in negotiation, change management, and leading procurement and process improvements across multiple categories. Successfully managed

$150 million spend, consistently exceeding savings targets. Expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier or vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration, with a focus on optimizing supply chain efficiency. Demonstrated success in meeting KPI/SLA targets, while minimizing cost and risk. Strong problem solver with advanced negotiation, analytical, and reporting skills. Work Experience

ABB Inc. Cary, NC Jan 2021 - Sep 2024

Senior Indirect Category Manager

Categories included; Corporate Services MSP, Marketing, Finance, Events and Meetings, Human Resources and Benefits, Consulting, Training and Education, Translation Categories; Oversaw the development and execution of $26 million spend through a business-aligned long range Category Strategy for US, Canada, Mexico that resulted in development of an annual pipeline of strategic category initiatives; continuous savings over $2.6 million annually through contract negotiations.

● Managed RFP for replacing current contingent labor MSP and on-boarding; improved KPI/SLA performance, $500K annual savings

● Initiated Direct Hire SOW via incumbent labor MSP $500K savings anticipated by limiting external recruiters and aligning hiring with internal HR compliance team and talent acquisition.

● Responsible for successful RFP replaced incumbent background check supplier in the USA; negotiated annual savings of $200K for ABB, appointed as global vendor shortly after execution.

● Providing Contingent Workforce input, development of the MSP and VMS relationship translating into clear, practical guidance for key Procurement and functional colleagues.

● Negotiated and led contract execution between NASCAR and ABB for the first EV Prototype that resulted in over 2 million social media hits for ABB, and over $100,000 savings and benefits through advertisement, upgraded facility access, tickets annually in a multi-year agreement; assisted my stakeholders in negotiating the distinct ownership of the slogan “ABB is the Official Electrification Partner of NASCAR”

● Supporting marketing team with renewal The Rogers Company contract management of event and booth storage, transportation, setup etc., $100K savings successfully negotiated.

● Led Occupational Health Clinic e-Sourcing RFP to signature; savings of $200K negotiated for 4 pilot clinics; contract is constructed to allow additional clinics to join throughout the United States Lenovo Morrisville, NC Jan 2012 - Dec 2021

Global Category Manager Jan 2016 - Dec 2021

Categories included; Business Services, Human Resources, and NA Travel and Events; spend total value over $150 million annually. 11% KPI savings through negotiation consistently achieved

● Selecting supplier sources based on driving competitive e-sourcing activities; RFP, RFQ, RFI.

● Forming contracts with selected Suppliers; NDA, SOW, MSA, GDPR, Data Privacy agreements

● Executed business reviews and performance evaluations of key suppliers Services Operations Manager, Worldwide Service Operations Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

● Guided external service providers, IBM, Maintech, Medion, Wistron, Jabil, and Teleplan, using relationship management and cross-functional team skills.

● Implemented new billing code, designed to segregate ThinkServer as an entity. Program Manager, Worldwide Service Operations Jan 2012 - Dec 2014

● Established new Warranty Service Offering for ThinkServer globally, 92% SLA

● Utilized IBM Watson as a supply chain parts planning tool.

● Vendor managed multiple service provider’s performance, ensured KPI/SLAs consistently met IBM RTP, NC Jan 2001 - Dec 2012

System x Americas Supply Assurance Team Lead Jan 2011- Dec 2012 Americas Options Fulfillment Team Lead Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 Worldwide Operational Commodity Manager Jan 2005 - Dec 2010 Core Skills

Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management, Team Leadership, RFP, RFI, RFQ, Rfx, Lean Six Sigma, Yellow Belt, Executive Reporting, SAP Ariba E-Sourcing, MS Office, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, MS Outlook, Supply Chain Management, Cross-Functional Teaming, Process Improvement, Supply Demand Planning, Key Performance Indicators, Account Management, Sales Operations, Positive Thinking, Presentation Skills, Professionalism, Leadership, Procurement Experience, Strategic Procurement, Supplier Evaluation, Analytical Skills, Value Analysis, Cost Analysis, Service Oriented, Time Management, Creative Solutions, Building Relationships, Strong Analytical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving

Volunteer

Sustainer, Junior League of Raleigh

Education

North Carolina State University

Bachelor of Science Business Management Management Information Systems (MIS) and Marketing Concentrations

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