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

  1. Strategic Sourcing & Partnerships Leader Enterprise Software & E-commerce

    Target

    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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