Steven Sleasman

Sr Procurement Analyst

Role
Sr Procurement Analyst at Suave Brands Company
Location
Schenectady, NY, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Steven Sleasman

Hi, I’m Steven Sleasman – a Supply Chain and Procurement professional with a strong background in operations management, data analytics, and cross-functional leadership. I graduated from the University of Maryland with a B.S. in Supply Chain Management and a minor in Sustainability Studies.Currently, I’m a Senior Procurement Analyst at Suave Brands Company, where I specialize in cost tracking and analysis for the Suave and Chapstick portfolios. My focus is on identifying cost savings opportunities, managing purchase price variance, and supporting strategic sourcing decisions. I work closely with supply chain finance, contract manufacturers, and supplier partners to ensure smooth, cost-effective operations.Previously, I worked at Lynkwell as a Supply Chain Manager, building the supply chain for a new EV charger from the ground up — covering procurement strategy, vendor management, warehouse setup, inventory systems, and logistics. Earlier in my career, I held several roles at Unilever and Materne North America, gaining deep experience in procurement excellence, customer supply chain, and supplier performance. Across every role, I’ve brought a passion for continuous improvement, sustainability, and team development.I\'m always open to connecting with other professionals in the supply chain, procurement, and sustainability space — feel free to reach out!

Experience

  1. Sr Procurement Analyst

    Suave Brands Company

    Feb 2025 — Present · Hackensack, NJ, US

    Manage Cost Tracking and Analysis- Price Cycle Management Process- Cost Savings Initiatives - Purchase Price Variance - Collaborating with our manufacturing and supplier partnersSupporting both Suave and Chapstick brands.

Education

  • University of Maryland

    Bachelor’s Degree, Supply Logistics, Operations Management

    2012 — 2016

  • Colonie Central High School

    Graduate

    2008 — 2012

Skills

  • Friendly Personality
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Fundraising
  • Data Analysis
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Event Planning

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