Cole Bredahl
Procurement & Sourcing Professional Driving Cost Reduction, Vendor Strategy and Contract Excellence
- Role
- Procurement Manager at Primer
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cole Bredahl
Procurement and operations professional with 5+ years of experience across corporate procurement, sports/entertainment operations, and large-scale event management. Currently supporting procurement initiatives within a fast-paced start-up environment.I specialize in vendor management, contract lifecycle management, and cost optimization—having led negotiations for contracts exceeding $10M and delivered cost reductions of 20% through improved sourcing strategies and process improvements.Previously, I managed high-volume procurement, warehouse operations, and promotional logistics for organizations including the Chicago White Sox and Target, gaining hands-on experience in inventory management, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration under tight deadlines.I thrive in high-pressure environments and am passionate about building efficient, scalable procurement processes that drive measurable business value.
Experience
Procurement Manager
Mar 2026 — Present
Education
Bradley University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Sports Communication
Bradley University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Marketing with concentration in social media
Cretin-Derham Hall High School
High school diploma
2012 — 2016
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