Andy Matyas

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   CoVest Sourcing Network

   Sep 2023 — Present

   CoVest Sourcing Network is leading a change in the traditional sourcing model and is looking for progressive thinking companies to join us in the transformation. Our model enables companies to shed the trouble and cost of sourcing and managing non-strategic categories. Through extensive analytics and leveraged supplier partnerships, we provide pre-negotiated agreements for indirect goods and services, which yield immediate savings. Continuous category management features maintain contract integrity and competitiveness. With no upfront cost and no long-term commitments, it’s easy and risk-free to join our network. Our team of professionals will meet with your company, explain our model and work with you to identify savings opportunities.As Chief Operating Officer I am focused on enhancing the Member experience and continuing to grow our group through superior service and analytical support. Key to that is a focus on advanced analytics, continuous operational improvement, and integrating a broad team of Data Engineers, Analysts, Category Program Managers, and Implementation Managers to provide best in class support.

Education

• Cleveland State University

  MBA, Specialization in Finance

  2010 — 2011

• Ohio University

  Bachelor's, Finance

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Budget Analysis
• Intacct
• Group Purchasing
• Pivot Tables
• Account Management
• Benchmarking
• Financial Analysis
• Rfi
• Category Management
• Spreadsheet Design
• Variance Analysis
• Project Management
• Salesforce.com
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Vlookup
• Account Reconciliation
• Forecasting
• Rfp Design
• Budget Development
• Pricing Strategy
• Budgeting
• Pricing
• Financial Reporting
• Budgets
• Finance
• Excel