MARSHA J. ANDERSON
******.*.**********@*****.*** • 786-***-**** • 6804 Winding Wade Trail, Austell, GA 30168 SUMMARY
Results-driven procurement professional with over 15 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, category management, logistics, and cost control across both global and regional markets. Demonstrated success in driving cost efficiencies, ensuring supply reliability, and advancing sustainability initiatives. Expertise in negotiating contracts, crafting procurement strategies, and leading risk assessment and risk management efforts. Strong leadership skills with a commitment to empowering teams, managing significant budgets, and fostering effective cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in market trend analysis, benchmarking supply alternatives, and implementing continuous improvement processes. Skilled in aligning procurement activities with corporate objectives and generating measurable business impact through strategic project management and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to build and maintain robust supplier networks and manage budgets, while mitigating supply risks across industries such as food and beverage, manufacturing, and government. EXPERIENCE
The Coca-Cola Company, Senior Procurement Manager
Jun 2014 - Present
· Led strategic sourcing initiatives for high-value components and spare parts, successfully negotiating cost reductions and delivering annual savings across multiple product lines.
· Accountable for category management, supplier negotiations, and managing commercial agreements for multiple critical procurement categories, driving cost management and sustainability efforts in the supply chain.
· Managed high-priority global sourcing supplier relationships, ensuring seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams in supply chain, engineering, and finance to meet business objectives. Implemented robust performance monitoring routines, driving alignment with corporate mandates, optimizing service levels, and reducing total costs.
· Conducted data-driven analysis to drive procurement decisions that improved profitability and streamlined supplier contracting processes, shortening approval cycles by 5 days.
· Collaborated with cross-functional teams (finance, engineering, legal) and stakeholders to align procurement strategies with corporate goals, ensuring seamless category management, supply chain efficiency, and the achievement of sustainability objectives. Focused on cost-effective and environmentally responsible sourcing to meet corporate sustainability targets.
· Drove value creation by negotiating long-term strategic contracts with key suppliers, leading to significant cost savings and improved supplier performance.
· Introduced and managed an electronic legal agreement process, shortening approval times and ensuring compliance with corporate legal requirements.
· Participated in the development and implementation of procurement policies that aligned with Corporate Audit standards, ensuring continuous process improvements.
· Directed the conversion of over 2,000 Panda Express stores to Coca-Cola products within five months, in collaboration with Customer Operations and the procurement team, ensuring supply chain readiness and project success. Department of Defense Contractor, Program Manager/ Supply Chain and Logistics Manager Jan 2009 - Jun 2014
· Managed supplier relationships and maintained accountability for all Weapons and Ammunitions purchased by Foreign Military Sales, ensuring supply chain security and compliance in a high-risk environment.
· Led global procurement initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and optimizing supply chain performance across multiple regions.
· Led negotiations with international suppliers, optimizing cost structures and driving value creation while ensuring supply assurance across multiple categories.
· Developed and implemented supplier relationship management frameworks, leading to long-term partnerships and consistent supply of critical materials.
· Liaised between international transportation networks and military customers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services across various locations, achieving a 99% delivery performance.
· Led a team of 116 personnel in managing a $50M+ supply chain across seven U.S. Army warehouses, achieving supply assurance, cost management, and sustainability targets. United States Army, Senior Logistician, Senior Logistics Instructor, and Supply Chain Manager Nov 1988 - Dec 2008
Held various logistics and procurement roles, including Senior Logistician, Senior Logistics Instructor, and Supply Chain Manager, with responsibilities in supply chain planning, category management, strategic procurement, contract negotiation, contract management, and supplier management in both domestic and international assignments. Led supply chain management MARSHA J. ANDERSON - page 1 of 2
and procurement policies across nine locations, ensuring seamless delivery of food, fuel, repair parts, and office equipment. Developed forecasting models to optimize inventory and reduce costs, while overseeing logistics training programs to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness. Directed logistics and procurement activities for five ration distribution warehouses, ensuring compliance with government regulations and optimizing resource allocation. Managed a Central Issuing Facility, overseeing procurement and distribution of equipment for over 250 personnel. Supervised logistics operations at seven distribution centers, conducting demand analysis and inventory optimization for critical military equipment. Ensured compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, enhancing operational efficiency. Led teams of over 25 soldiers and civilians in warehouse operations, ensuring timely order fulfillment and proactive backorder management. Conducted procurement and maintenance of aviation equipment and critical helicopter parts. EDUCATION
Trident University International
Master • Education • 2013 - 2013
Virginia State University
Bachelor • Individualized Studies • 2006 - 2006
SKILLS
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management • Supplier Relationship Management • Verbal and Written Communication- Negotiation & Contracting • Request for Quotes • Request for Proposal • Cost Management & Budget Optimization • Supply Chain Risk Management & Sustainability Initiatives • Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Project Management • Procurement Practices & Process Development • Continuous Improvement & Value Creation • Procurement Strategies
(Global & Regional) • Logistics & Transportation • SAP • Microsoft Office MARSHA J. ANDERSON - page 2 of 2