Kalen Graham
Strategic Sourcing Leader at Target
- Role
- Strategic Sourcing & Partnerships Leader Enterprise Software & E-commerce at Target
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kalen Graham
Experienced professional in business development, strategic sourcing, negotiation, category management and operational planning. Proven ability to implement strategic process, communicate with other teams, vendors, and executive management to ensure strategic goals are met.Specialties: Business Development, Negotiations, Sourcing (Enterprise Software, Real estate, Construction labor and materials), Purchasing, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Vendor Management, Team Leadership, Communication, Presentation.
Experience
Strategic Sourcing & Partnerships Leader Enterprise Software & E-commerce
Oct 2019 — Present
Lead complex negotiations and strategic partnerships supporting Target’s Business Development and Digital Revenue team, including partner pipeline development, opportunity evaluation, and structuring multi-year agreements with solution providers-Drive cross-functional collaboration with executive level sponsors, merchandising, marketing, product, engineering, finance and legal to structure scalable software deals and expand digital capabilities-Manage multimillion-dollar software and digital services portfolio, aligning category goals with overall enterprise technology and commerce strategy-Mentor a team of sourcing professionals and analysts, embedding commercial strategy, supplier engagement, and negotiation best practices into team culture. Lead Trainer for new hire training and direct negotiation strategy.
Education
St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School
B.S, Finance, Management
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