Karen Algernon-Wallace
Co-chair, “Faddi/Bella” Foundation.
- Role
- Senior Sourcing Specialist at Infinite Electronics, Inc.
- Location
- Fayetteville, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Karen Algernon-Wallace
A multi-functional Logistician and Project Manager with experience leading diverse team…
Experience
Senior Sourcing Specialist
May 2022 — Present
Implement effective processes and systems to reduce costs and increase profitability. Responsible for negotiating with suppliers to procure materials, products, and services at the best possible price. Lead/host SBRs- Supplier Business Reviews, identifying opportunities for growth, increase spend and managing materials to meet company standards. Find or develop solutions to improve company outsourcing and spending. Proficient in sourcing methodologies with a strong negotiation skill and efficient management of time-sensitive projects. FAR; DFAR; Contract Flowdown Expert! Effective Negotiator, RFP/RFQ manager. Commodity Manager. Negotiate under pressure, manage risk, drive cost savings, value creation and supply chain management. Have the responsibility for the company\'s supply portfolio and ensuring transparency of spending. Generate and implement efficient sourcing and category management strategies; analyze and calculate costs of procurement and suggest methods to decrease expenditure. Create and implement efficient sourcing strategies, as well as analyzing and calculating costs of procurement. Ensuring that the company is able to purchase the necessary items at a lower cost, which results in better budgeting options.
Education
American Military University
Master of Arts - MA
2016 — 2018
American Military University
Associate of Arts - AA
2010 — 2012
American Military University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA
2012 — 2014
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