Christine Abraham

Experience

1. Sourcing Procurement Manager- HR & Professional Services

   GuideWell

   Oct 2023 — Present

   Strategic Sourcing:o Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for HR-related services and professional services categories, including Recruiting services, Contingent workforce management, Relocation, Outplacement, Finance and Accounting, Audit, Legal Services, Total Rewards, and other employee benefits.o Conduct market research, analyze market trends, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.Contract Reviews and Management:o Review and negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.o Develop and maintain contract templates, terms, and conditions.o Ensure contract compliance and manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations.RFx Events:o Plan, coordinate, and execute RFx (Request for Information, Request for Proposal, Request for Quotation) eventso Develop RFx documents, evaluate supplier responses, and recommend suppliers for contract award.Pricing Negotiation:o Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve best-in-class pricing and terms.o Develop and maintain pricing models, benchmarks, and market intelligence.Category Management:o Develop and maintain category strategies, plans, and roadmaps for HR-related services and professional services categories.o Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop category plans that meet business needs.Supplier Relationship Management:o Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality service delivery, innovation, and continuous improvement.Process Improvement:o Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service delivery.Stakeholder Management:o Collaborate with stakeholders, including HR, Finance, and business leaders, to understand business requirements and develop sourcing strategies that meet business needs.

Education

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor's Degree

  2010 — 2014

• Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  2016 — 2017