Oracle Cloud Procurement Consultant & Recruiter

COLETTE COLONE

United States 702-***-**** *************@*****.***

United Kingdom +44-792-***-****

Results-driven professional with 15 years of experience in developing and implementing strategic procurement plans that align with business objectives and client requirements. Adept at sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms for IT hardware, software, and related services. Demonstrated ability to optimize procurement processes, reduce costs, and enhance supply chain efficiency. Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on achieving operational excellence and delivering value to clients.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems Nevada State College Las Vegas, NV

JUNE 2016

Associate of Arts in Business Administration Horizon Computer Learning Center Chicago, IL

1996

Procurement Functional Lead Consultant Robert Half Remote

August 2024-Present

15 years of experience with sourcing, procurement operations, procurement consulting, or business systems operations

Work with the International Procurement team to input into and develop core Procurement projects for the region for all relevant Business Units

Develops, together with the procurement operations LT, the procurement services lines in Global Service Center

Acts as Business Partner to Regional or Global Procurement and align amongst SSC Team Leads assigned to region or countries within the SSC Procurement

Develops and manages reporting, benchmarking, and analytics to support the global procurement function particularly around spend categories, contract compliance, Procurement performance, supplier scorecard.

Procurement Consultant Top Notch Remote Consulting Las Vegas, NV

OCTOBER 2020 – August 2024

Conducted effective database searches using software programs to proactively identify and evaluate qualified candidates for appropriate job opportunities.

Successfully implemented Oracle, SAP, and Cloud solutions, providing tactical analysis and support for multiple procurement categories

Participated in special projects and recruiting initiatives, including assessing best practices in interviewing techniques, leveraging internal talent sources, and identifying top performers for senior-level openings.

Designed and tailored recruitment strategies to address the specific needs of each position and utilize creative sourcing techniques to find and attract ideal candidates.

Strategic Sourcing Consultant Independent Consultant Remote

FEBRUARY 2010 – SEPTEMBER 2020

Delivered procurement solutions throughout the project duration, including negotiation strategies, SOWs, and conducted vendor performance reviews.

Analyzed supply chain data reports to identify excess company expenses and increase vendor stability within Ariba and Oracle procure-to-pay systems.

Developed sourcing strategies and research methods to attract viable candidates for specific requisitions.

Measured performance KPIs and metrics to facilitate continuous improvement in technical sourcing and collaborating with colleagues in the implementation process.

Functional Financial Consultant Financial Consulting Los Angeles, CA

SEPTEMBER 2001 – JANUARY 2010

Educated clients on various financial matters, providing tailored recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on individual need.

Prepared and processed financial documentation for commercial and consumer accounts with precision.

Supported all divisions with Oracle Financial Budget Management, enhancing operational efficiency and implementing cost reduction strategies to boost productivity.

Demonstrated self-driven and exceptional organizational skills, integrity, and commitment to task completion.

Facilitated pricing and contract negotiations, vendor onboarding, and risk management.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Sourcing

Financial Reporting

Recruitment

Analytical Thinking

Strategic Planning

Effective Communication

Client Management

Procurement

Contract Negotiation

Data Collection, Analysis, and Interpretation

Project Management

Process Improvement

ERP Systems, Cloud, SaaS

SAP & Oracle Implementations

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