Sylwia Eckhardt

About Sylwia Eckhardt

Experienced in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and data-driven planning. I focus on risk management, cost-effectiveness, and reliable vendor partnerships. My track record includes business transformation projects, setting KPIs, evaluating performance, and optimizing processes leveraging technology and talent.With over 20 years of experience in procurement and sourcing, I lead a team of professionals who are responsible for sourcing, contracting, and managing the global IT and technology portfolio, including cloud, hardware, software, telecom, and professional services. My core competencies include developing and executing sourcing strategies, negotiating complex and high-value contracts, driving process improvement and automation, managing vendor performance and relationships, and ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.I am passionate about technology and its potential to transform businesses and markets. I leverage my cloud and technology sourcing expertise to enable Russell Investments to achieve its strategic goals and vision. I am also committed to building a culture of collaboration, diversity, and excellence within my team and the organization. In my previous roles, I have delivered significant savings, value, and innovation to Microsoft and T-Mobile, earning recognition and awards for my performance and impact.

Experience

1. Strategic Customer Engagements at Aws

   Amazon

   Jun 2024 — Present

Education

• Columbia University

  Executive Leadership

• University of Washington

  Contract Management & Negotiations

• University of Washington

  Paralegal/Legal Associate

  2010 — 2011

• Caucus Certification Program

  Certified Technology Procurement Executive (CTPE)