Grace Vey

About Grace Vey

I am a results-oriented, highly productive procurement management professional with a demonstrated ability to significantly reduce procurement costs by standardizing processes, negotiating favorable terms and streamlining supplier channels. Exemplary relationship building and problem-solving skills that foster vendor trust and dependability. Recognized by both management and peers for integrity, dependability, leadership and flexibility in meeting and exceeding objectives.My career accomplishments demonstrate expertise in developing products and services specifications, identifying sourcing opportunities, analyzing total cost of ownership, delivering YOY cost reductions, contract administration, supplier relationship management, and continued process improvements. With key experience in both domestic and international procurement, my additional skills in effective communication, business acumen, and staff direction allow me to excel in driving successful procurement projects while ensuring achievement of corporate objectives.My proven track record of spearheading strategic global procurement programs, along with optimized customer service, demonstrated analytical expertise and superior cross-functional team leadership skills, I am positioned to exceed your expectations and substantially benefit your organization. Main categories managed includes but not limited to: Office Supplies & Business Stationery, Waste Management & Recoveries Streams, IT Consumables, Promotional Goods, Literature Print & Fulfillment, Records Management, Uniforms, HR Services and Facilities - Furniture, Flooring, Roofing, Fitness Centers.Technical proficiency in purchasing systems integration and training facilitator, spend databases, SharePoint team sites, and business processes operating systems.

Experience

1. ABB

   Present

Education

• Johnson Controls Institute

  Six Sigma Green Belt

• Carroll University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General

• Wisconsin School of Business

  Purchasing and Supply Management Certification, Procurement, Acquisitions, Contracts Management, Project Management

Skills

• Budgets
• Lean Manufacturing
• Contractual Agreements
• Leadership
• Microsoft Excel
• Logistics
• Low Cost Country Sourcing
• Supplier Diversity
• Project Management
• Supply Chain
• Program Development
• Strategic Planning
• Supplier Evaluation
• Waste Reduction
• Six Sigma
• Supplier Negotiation
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Negotiation
• Microsoft Office
• Procurement
• Sustainability
• Global Sourcing
• Contract Negotiation
• Customer Service
• Root Cause Problem Solving
• Contract Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Purchasing
• Supply Management
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Spend Analysis
• Strategic Sourcing
• Diversity & Inclusion