Global Sourcing Manager, Clinical Services, FSP - Merck Sharpe & Dohme LLC
(2023-03)
- Led global sourcing strategies for Clinical Sciences and Study Management; realized $35M in savings across $100M in spend through rigorous should-cost analysis
- Manage global and regional CRO supplier relationships, monitoring vendor performance, service delivery, and contract compliance across multiple markets
- Spearhead global vendor optimization, extending payment terms from 60 to 90 days and improving cash flow by 50%
- Standardize Master/Sub-Agreements to streamline procurement workflows and reduce contracting cycle times
- Mentor interns and rotational program hires, assigning sourcing and procurement projects while supporting professional development
- Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders across clinical operations, finance, and procurement to align sourcing strategies for $500M+ in portfolio spend
Associate Procurement Specialist, Clinical Services, IRT - Merck Sharpe & Dohme LLC
(2021-08 - 2023-03)
- Optimized procurement operations to realize $500k in cost reductions; leveraged cross-category supplier bundling to streamline contract management and capture volume discounts
- Led sourcing projects for Rater Training and Devices categories for efficiencies and cost savings through a multi-service contract for imaging, electronic consent outcomes, and rater training technologies
- Modernized suppliers within the Interactive Response Technology (IRT) Space enhancing the B2B relationship dynamic
- Synergized and collaborated with vendors for China based clinical operations to support clinical trials on a global scale
- Championed sourcing projects in Ariba by creating and executing RFI/P/Q for IRT competitive bids with presentations to executive leadership
- Directed supplier financial, market analysis, and benchmarking evaluation of suppliers in support of Sourcing Management Process negotiations
- Maintained Master/Sub-Agreements under category for Oncology/Non-Oncology, and Vaccine related Clinical Trials
Supply Chain Specialist - Lupin Pharmaceuticals
(2020-11 - 2021-07)
- Streamlined logistic processes between Contract Manufacturer Organization's (CMO) reducing production downtime and improving supply reliability
- Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) including direct materials, APIs, intermediates, and finished goods to support commercialization timelines
- Collaborated cross-functionally across manufacturing, packaging, and logistics to ensure on-time delivery
Supply Chain Specialist - MAO Consulting & Outsourcing LLC. - New York, NY
(2017-08 - 2020-11)
- Facilitated Improvement in forecast accuracy of a client from 70% to 85% by working with clients enabling better demand planning and inventory optimization
- Enhanced Capacity Utilization from 69% to 80% by using gains in forecast accuracy
- Developed and presented data-driven insights on demand forecasting, capacity, and delivery performance
- Tracked project milestones and conducted gap analysis to drive continuous improvement
