Ileana Jacquez
Category Manager in IT & Telecom | Cost Savings Champion | Wife & Mom
- Role
- North America Category Manager of IT and Telecom at CEVA Logistics
- Location
- Houston, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ileana Jacquez
IT sourcing and contracts professional with 11+ years of experience supporting complex…
Experience
North America Category Manager of IT and Telecom
Sep 2024 — Present · Houston, TX, US
As the Category Manager for IT and Telecom at CEVA Logistics, I lead the development and execution of strategic procurement initiatives for IT and telecommunication services across Canada and the United States. My role focuses on managing sourcing activities, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.Key responsibilities include: • Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: Leading the end-to-end sourcing process for IT and telecom services, including issuing RFPs, evaluating proposals, and negotiating contracts. • Contract and Agreement Management: Drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts and agreements to ensure compliance, value delivery, and alignment with organizational goals. • Supplier Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors, monitoring performance, and ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs). • Cross-Border Operations: Managing procurement activities across Canada and the United States, addressing regional regulations and market differences. • Collaboration: Partnering with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams globally to support organizational initiatives and achieve business objectives. • Continuous Improvement: Staying informed about emerging technologies and market trends to refine category strategies and drive innovation.Through strategic planning and collaboration, I ensure CEVA Logistics secures cost-effective and high-quality IT and telecom solutions that support operational excellence.
Education
Houston City College
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
2009 — 2012
Incarnate Word Academy Houston
High School
2005 — 2009
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