Steven Hronek

Experience

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  Shell Oil Company

  Apr 2007 - Jul 2011

  Managed contract life cycles (needs assessment, sourcing strategies, execution, implementation) in support of refinery and chemical plant operations and capital projects. Strong focus on stakeholder engagement and vendor relationship management to achieve cost reduction and safety goals. Earned multiple SRAs (Special Recognition Awards) for project results. Attained Certified Professional in Supply Management qualification. Provided contracting support to pipeline operations in the Gulf of Mexico.

  • Senior Buyer

    Jun 2008 - Jul 2011

  • Procurement Representative - Shell Pipeline

    Apr 2007 - Jun 2008
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  Shoot 2 Studios

  Jan 2010 - Oct 2020

  Owner, Principal Photographer

  Founder and lead photographer of a busy wedding photography and photo booth company. Main responsibilities include - Sales and marketing – Develop multi-faceted approach to generating leads from target market. Created pricing strategies and sales meeting script resulting in >90% booking rate for in person consultations, and five consecutive years of >25% growth. Contractor management – Hire, train and manage contract labor (photographers, assistants, photo booth operators). Client experience - Work closely with clients and other vendors in fast paced, high stress environments to create positive experiences and high quality end products, no matter what. Received “Best of Weddings” awards on theKnot.com for five consecutive years based on client reviews. Finances – Analyze the ROI of marketing, and the COGS of products/services against sales numbers to set budgets and adjust pricing. Manage all invoicing and accounts payables. Show less

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  The Ohio State University

  Nov 2019 - now

  Manage contract life cycles for everything from jet fuel to moving services for stakeholders across the university; develop purchasing strategies, conduct RFXs, negotiate, write, and implement contracts resulting in over $4.5 million in cost savings to date; investigate and resolve complex system and process issues; maintain a strong focus on challenging status quo practices to improve the use of university funds.

  • Commodity Manager

    Nov 2023 - now

  • Senior Sourcing Analyst

    Nov 2019 - Nov 2023