Krista Vo

About Krista Vo

An accomplished procurement professional with a proven track record of delivering transformational sourcing strategies, cost optimization, and operational efficiencies for global organizations. With extensive experience in IT/Technology Procurement, Professional Services and Contingent Labor, Logistics, and Direct Materials sourcing and category management, I have successfully influenced billions in spend while aligning procurement goals with overall business objectives. Known for my ability to lead high-performing teams, directly lead complex and impactful initiatives, and transforming data to enable decision making. I value collaboration and developing future talent, leading by example to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. As a dynamic communicator and strategic thinker, I bring expertise in complex negotiations, supplier partnership, and process optimization to deliver exceptional value.

Experience

1. Transformation Director - Procurement Process Lead

   PepsiCo

   Nov 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Leading procurement process transformation through digital enablement, serving as the critical connector between digital strategy and execution to bring PepsiCo’s global digital procurement agenda to life.

Education

• University of Florida - Warrington College of Business

  BABA, Business Administration

  1999 — 2003

• Florida Atlantic University

  MBA, Operations Management/Supply chain

  2004 — 2006

Skills

• Strategy
• Spend Analysis
• Global Sourcing
• Supply Management
• Sourcing
• Materials Management
• Analysis
• Energy
• Petroleum
• Logistics
• Contract Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• E-Procurement
• Management
• Procurement
• Supply Chain
• Purchasing
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Sap
• Change Management
• Negotiation
• Market Analysis
• Contract Negotiation
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management