Marcie Davis
317-***-**** *************@*****.*** Indianapolis, IN
Strategic Procurement Leader
Global Sourcing Cost Optimization Cross-Industry Innovation ERP/S2P Implementations
Results-driven procurement professional with 15+ years leading global sourcing, vendor negotiations, ERP transitions, and cost-containment initiatives across tech, healthcare, education, and real estate sectors. Equally analytical and people-savvy, with a proven record of delivering $1M+ in savings, streamlining purchasing operations, and building procurement teams from scratch. Excels in fast-paced environments that require cross-functional leadership, compliance oversight, and big-picture thinking. Known for bringing calm, clarity, and creativity to complex supply ecosystems.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: RFP/RFQ/RFx Supplier Onboarding Contract Negotiation Cost-Benefit Analysis / KPI’s
Process & Operational Excellence: Lean Six Sigma Kaizen Change Management Workflow Optimization ISO/Regulatory Compliance
Technology & Systems: SAP S/4HANA Oracle Dynamics 365 Ariba Maximo ServiceNow Epicor QuickBooks
Stakeholder Management: Cross-Functional Collaboration Vendor Relations Training & Development Performance Metrics
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Buyer (Contract)
Mastec – Indianapolis, IN
May 2025 –
Contracted to efficiently work through a backlog of construction contracts and PO’s while identifying inefficiencies in an effort to streamline the current processes and procedures.
Director of Purchasing (Contract)
HPS – Indianapolis, IN
June 2024 – September 2024
Built and led a new procurement team, recruiting and mentoring staff while developing KPIs and performance metrics.
Designed and launched an end-to-end S2P process, reducing manual errors and improving procurement timelines by 30%.
Created strategic sourcing plans with RFP/RFQ templates, vendor scorecards, and best practices for contracting.
Aligned purchasing with budget and scope by collaborating with contractors, project managers, and finance.
Procurement Analyst (Consultant)
Bell Techlogix – Indianapolis, IN
August 2023 – June 2024
Managed global and domestic IT procurement, achieving $250K in savings in 3 months and projecting over $1M annually.
Audited procurement processes, removed bottlenecks, and boosted vendor accountability.
Authored ISO-compliant documentation and championed Kaizen-led continuous improvement.
Procurement Administrator (Consultant)
Public Health Department – Indianapolis, IN
April 2023 – August 2023
Managed government contracts while implementing cost savings initiatives following government parameters.
Maintained OIG and SAM exclusions database.
Assisted with grant expenditures while following budget constraints.
Created and maintained contracts in SAP Ariba
Trained employees in new requisition process
Purchasing Specialist (Consultant)
TPG – Greenwood, IN
December 2022 – February 2023
Implemented new EDI system
Streamlined current procurement procedures at an estimated cost savings of 20%
Purchasing Specialist (Contract)
Bastian Solutions – Indianapolis, IN
October 2021 – December 2022
Led ERP efficiency improvements in Dynamics 365, increasing system usability across procurement and IT.
Managed sourcing for global projects, handled vendor negotiations, and streamlined RFx execution.
Mentored junior buyers and contributed to a collaborative, learning-focused procurement culture.
Realtor & Independent Broker
Davis Realty – Indianapolis, IN
May 2014 – June 2021
Negotiated over 100 real estate transactions, honing cross-functional negotiation and contract skills transferable to supplier management.
Built trust with diverse stakeholders through clear communication, education, and conflict resolution.
Managed vendor partnerships with property management firms and third-party service providers.
Reason for Leaving: Chose to return to corporate procurement, aligned with long-term goals.
Purchasing Coordinator
Medco Health Solutions – Indianapolis, IN
March 2010 – September 2011
Oversaw procurement of MRO, IT, and pharmaceutical materials during ERP transitions (JDE, Maximo, Oracle).
Consolidated supplier base and implemented Kaizen strategies, resulting in inventory and cost reductions.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma
Columbus North – Columbus, IN
Coursework Toward Psychology Degree
IUPUI/IUPUC – Columbus, IN
Completed Coursework
Florida College – Tampa, FL
VALUE STATEMENT
"I bring a rare mix of analytical rigor and emotional intelligence to procurement. My superpower is aligning vendor strategy with business goals while maintaining strong relationships internally and externally. If your team needs a calm leader who delivers big results without ego, I’m your person."