Jennifer Sharpe, C.P.S.M., MBA

Experience

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  Lockheed Martin

  Aug 2000 - Aug 2005

  Purchase a variety of goods and services, such as: equipment, machinery, tools, raw materials, packaging, parts, and supplies. Compile and analyze statistical data to assess purchasing feasibility and pricing objectives. •Research and gather information from periodicals, catalogs, and other sources to maintain an ongoing awareness of price trends and manufacturing processes. •Work closely with vendors to analyze their operations and determine factors that affect prices, quality, reliability, and production schedules.•Review proposals, negotiate prices, select suppliers, analyze trends, follow-up on orders and delivery, approve payment, and maintain important purchasing records. Show less Member of the GPA Department of the Sourcing Unit responsible for administering a wide range of procurement functions. Supported all systems aspects of GPA projects including, but not limited to: forecasting, requirements analysis preparation and execution, RFP processes, bid analysis, negotiations, and contract awards in accordance with company guidelines.•Responded to incoming inquiries, requests, and issues from the sourcing systems mailbox.•Analyze and resolved equipment, software and web tools issues.•Administered databases, created queries, and generated ad hoc reports for upper management.•Provided training to Commodity Managers and GPA Coordinators on department processes.•Assisted in Consolidated Purchasing System (CPS) issues.•Maintained the Outlook Registration database. Show less

  • Material Planner-Controller

    Aug 2002 - Aug 2005

  • Purchasing Representative

    Jun 2001 - Aug 2002

  • Multi-Function Financial Analyst

    Aug 2000 - Jun 2001
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  IKEA Group

  Jan 2006 - Feb 2009

  Manage accounting and accounts payable processes to strengthen IKEA’s position as the best home furnishing store Manage controlling administration and accounts to ensure an accurate representation of the general ledger and financial statements to strengthen IKEA’s position as the best home furnishing store

  • Senior Accounts Payable Processor

    Oct 2007 - Feb 2009

  • Controlling Administrator

    Nov 2006 - Oct 2007

  • HR Assistant/Controlling Support

    Jan 2006 - Nov 2006
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  Exelon

  Feb 2009 - Sept 2018

  Responsible for providing tactical support and strategic management of the Supply Chain Process for Business Consulting, Supplemental Labor, Freight, IT Professional Services, Advertising/Marketing, Office and Library Services, Mass Markets and Training across all business units, comprising $85M in annual spend, to drive savings and increase client satisfaction• Issued and amended contracts, conducted RFPs, provided support, training and customer service to internal clients regarding all category programs and supply processes• Perform activities that successfully implement the Supply Chain Process. Support quality and cost objectives by implementing strategies that ensure lowest total cost of services• Assist and support the implementation of inventory management and investment recovery practices; support maintenance and analysis of inventory performance measures and planning and forecasting of inventory levels; support investment recovery efforts• Support Category Managers in management, maintenance and implementation of contracts and purchase orders and associated databases; supplier performance monitoring• Support day to day process resolution including: unenterable invoices, supplier changes and adds, economies of scale identification and changes; investigate and correct issues associated with mismatch invoices; contracts, purchase orders, deliveries, shipping, expediting orders, quality, and receiving• Support processes that monitor and manage supplier relationships, performance oversight, and assist in development of supplier performance metrics & systems• Support process to manage changes to customer requirements on material requests, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, vendor exceptions, receiving reconciliation, specifications, category IDs, and business unit disputes with the suppliers, deviations from normal Supply processes, and emergent requests• Support the Business Units' Storm Emergency Response activities as assigned Show less Responsible for managing the purchasing activities for an average yearly spend of $55 million which included planning of needs, optimizing availability and inventory, administering purchasing agreements and processing purchase requisitions• Manage requirements, execute tactical purchases off of blanket PO's, create and execute stand alone PO's for non repetitive material needs, analyze data for lead times and stocking levels• Manage changes to customer requirements• Lead inventory reduction initiatives for managed commodities (Wire & Cable, MRO, Poles, Transformers, Transmission & Substation equipment) and drive towards achieving annual commodity inventory goals. Achieved through implementing safety stock programs with vendors, analyzing past usage and statistically forecasting future buys, adjusting stocking levels for items to reflect the optimum inventory levels at all times and thru review and analysis, conduct disposition of unused inventory • Monitor and improve the performance of suppliers related to on-time delivery/schedule adherence, quality and VMI• Report out monthly supplier fill rate performance and address any trending issues to correct the performance and ensure the supplier meets agreed targets• Generate internal reports to capture quality or performance issues Identify and bring to resolution invoicing mismatches and errors, through interactions with AP, logistical personnel, suppliers, and internal customers. This ensures timely and accurate payment to the suppliers and proper cash flow for Exelon • Manage the procurement process including the selection of suppliers, bid requests, quotation evaluations, and final supplier selection as a member of a multi-disciplined procurement team• Volunteer and participate in company wide diversity efforts, appointed as Diversity Ambassador for Supply Operations organization Show less

  • Procurement Specialist - Corporate Services

    May 2013 - Sept 2018

  • Procurement Specialist - Supply Operations

    Feb 2009 - May 2013
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  ARI

  Sept 2018 - Jul 2020

  Procurement Business Partner

  Work within the ARI Strategic Relationships Group to support the ARI global business by providing procurement and vendor management expertise, with a $200M spend, that controls customer costs and quality of service while maximizing income for ARI. Work with the business team to identify high performing suppliers and negotiate favorable commercial terms in line with business strategy. • Develop and execute a procurement strategy at the business unit level, in line with current strategy.• Recognize and deliver cost savings and maximize profitability by negotiating the best possible supplier commercial contract terms• Identify opportunities to collaborate with key vendors to innovate and develop new offerings• Work with category leaders to network externally with vendors and professional organizations related to their accountable business line• Lead, support and manage the bid process for large purchases• Work with vendor management team to drive supplier excellence through measurement, reward and recognition (quality, SLA’s)• Work closely with vendor management group to provide feedback on vendor performance (cost, quality and execution) and follow up with resolutions including involvement in periodic vendor audits• Manage the procurement process within accountable business line, ensuring that all Company policies and procedures are adhered to by personnel involved with the procurement function Show less

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  Essity

  Sept 2020 - Dec 2021

  Indirect Sourcing Manager

  Responsible for providing best-in-class sourcing support to stakeholders, driving local and regional sourcing activities, supporting digitalization and process automation efforts and delivering on Global Sourcing savings goals and objectives. Primary areas of focus - facilities management, workspace IT, human resources, travel, marketing services and advertising & promotion.• Support the development and deployment of supply stream strategies for indirect products and services• Negotiate agreements with vendors, developing strong relationships to ensure continuity of supply for goods and services purchased, and ensure alignment to sourcing policy• Identify value creation opportunities working with Global Sourcing teams and key stakeholders to deliver improvements in total cost of supply• Optimize usage and develop sourcing tools and systems ensuring an efficient P2P process that contributes to cost efficiency of the business• Lead negotiations across multiple supply streams and vendors to ensure optimal value position• Execute competitive tenders, risk management and supplier strategies for all supply streams within the business site. Work with key stakeholders to identify opportunities to reduce budget expenditure• Develop and manage vendor relationships, ensuring full contractual compliance and commercial control of vendor activities• Full ownership of all improvement KPIs, ensuring regular reviews to achieve business objectives and targets set by the business• Deliver performance and process synergies across all business sites and facilitate best practice sharing• Ensure all stakeholders are updated regarding Key Performance Indicators as defined by the business, ensuring stakeholder engagement in all cross-functional activities• Participate in the budget planning process with all key stakeholders to ensure all activities are reflected in the financial planning process• Set and deliver aggressive targets and plans for cost reduction and value creation Show less

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  West Pharmaceutical Services

  Jan 2022 - Jul 2024

  Global Category Manager, Corporate & Professional Services

  Responsible for developing, implementing and sustaining procurement plans and strategies for the global Corporate & Professional Services category that remains directly supportive of global category management business objectives and professional/ethical business practices, within the main tenets of Global Procurement (Global Category Management, Risk Identification & Mitigation, Supplier Performance Management, Analytics & Solutions).• Lead cross-functional teams and execute related sourcing initiatives to deliver optimal total cost of ownership, consolidate supplier base and drive efficiency through the chosen solutions, together with global stakeholders at various levels and locations, leveraging scale and scope across the network• Identification of opportunities by means of profile and segment categorization, spend analysis, opportunity assessment and stakeholder mapping, finding and implementing strategic sourcing solutions• Performing Needs and Situation Analysis by researching market trends and assessing supplier capabilities, while having full knowledge of global landscape of Corporate & Professional Services category in terms of supplier base, technologies, competitive environment, market trends and cost drivers• Developing sourcing options by assessing the market, supplier and West positioning, determination of the go-to-market strategy, and developing a business case• Performing strategic sourcing by launching activities for the category strategy and execution of the strategic sourcing project. Creation of detailed project and negotiation plans, project executive summaries and a high-level implementation plan.• Sustaining by execution of implementation strategy, supplier performance management, continuous improvement and savings documentation. Performing relationship management, ensure continuous improvement and innovation, best in class pricing, service quality, continuity of services and alignment with internal stakeholders and company strategies Show less

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  Freshpet

  Jul 2024 - now

  Procurement Category Manager - Indirect Services