Nicole Bonds

Experience

1. Strategic Sourcing Manager

   H&R Block

   Mar 2019 — Present

   Established a supplier rationalization initiative, enhancing sourcing process efficiency by 80%.• Deliver executive-level reporting and analytics on negotiation and pricing performance, translating complex data into actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making and accelerate growth across the enterprise.• Partner with global leadership teams to shape and refine negotiation, pricing, and commercial contracting methodologies—driving innovation through thought leadership and scalable best practices.• Lead the design and facilitation of enterprise-wide training programs that elevate negotiation and pricing capabilities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and strategic enablement.• Architect global negotiation and pricing frameworks that enhance deal outcomes, client satisfaction, and profitability through disciplined commercial strategy and value-based rationalization.• Serve as a cross-functional change agent, aligning global business objectives and implementing scalable processes, policies, and governance models that drive enterprise-wide impact.• Champion data-driven decision-making by overseeing the development and evolution of advanced analytics, tools, and methodologies that support strategic pricing and negotiation outcomes.• Ensure commercial contracts and vendor agreements meet regulatory, operational, and data privacy standards through rigorous governance and global collaboration.• Apply legal and commercial acumen to lead complex negotiations, optimize contract structures, and drive supplier management strategies that mitigate risk and support long-term engagement goals.• Direct strategic pricing initiatives, including financial modeling and risk/reward arrangements, to secure optimal commercial terms and sustainable partnerships.• Deliver multi-million-dollar value creation through innovative deal structuring, strategic pricing solutions, and alignment with enterprise growth priorities.

Skills

• Business Process Improvement
• Forecasting
• Contract Management
• Financial Analysis
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Mobile Devices
• Procurement
• Contract Negotiation
• Negotiation
• Product Management
• Project Management
• Vendor Management
• Supply Management
• Strategic Partnerships
• Budgets
• Leadership
• Telecommunications
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Strategy