Stacy-Ann O.
Manager of Procurement - IT & Shared Services
- Role
- Manager of Procurement - IT & Shared Services at Duquesne Light Company
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Stacy-Ann O.
Proficient in developing and executing cost-effective sourcing procedures aimed at improving ownership value of organization. Proven success in driving purchase decisions, negotiating contracts with key suppliers, and presenting comprehensive cost-saving proposals in compliance with company’s regulations. Instrumental in analyzing procurement costs, monitoring sourcing procedures, and determining areas of process improvement to optimize overall expenditure supply for organization. Expert in collaborating with corporate service leaderships, cultivating relationships with global suppliers, and mentoring cross-functional teams for driving synergy opportunities. Deft at managing global category specifications, compelling category growth, and ensuring satisfactory customer experience. Adept at fostering team and organizational culture. Articulate communicator, possess strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience
Manager of Procurement - IT & Shared Services
May 2023 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US
Provide oversight and leadership to team of three procurement professionals managing enterprise-wide IT and Corporate Services relationships. Partner with business stakeholders across the organization to develop business strategies, solution discovery, and relationship management while maintaining accountability for end-to-end procure-to-pay processes.Leadership & Team Oversight:Lead and mentor team of three procurement professionals through complete procurement lifecycle, fostering professional development and operational excellenceProvide executive leadership in Storm & Incident Management as Chief Logistics Officer and lead contingency planning for Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiationsDirect cross-functional procurement meetings with executive and senior leadership to align procurement strategies with business objectivesBusiness Partnership & Strategic Planning:Partner with internal business stakeholders to understand current and future business requirements and develop aligned procurement strategiesManage enterprise-wide procurement relationships across IT and Corporate Services, serving as primary liaison for business areasEvaluate business needs and provide supply market insights to reduce costs and optimize value deliveryProcure-to-Pay Operations & Risk Management:Oversee $150M spend across IT & Corporate Services categories, ensuring contract compliance, governance, and cyber security requirementsManage and monitor procurement-related activities to minimize category risks while maximizing Capital and O&M savings opportunitiesIdentify and implement process improvements in PR-to-PO creation, invoice reconciliation, and supplier payment procedures with AP and Business Operations teams
Education
Duquesne University
MBA, Business
2004 — 2006
Franklin and Marshall College
Business Administration (Major), Chemistry (Minor), Business, Chemistry
1997 — 2001
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