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Aida Yohannes

@aidayohannes

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Strategic Supply Chain & Procurement Professional with 8+ years of experience.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for growth and a focus on sustainability.

I am a Strategic Supply Chain & Procurement Professional with over 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation. My expertise lies in developing procurement strategies that drive efficiency and cost savings across various industries, including retail, telecommunications, and e-commerce. I am passionate about procurement transformation, sustainability, and supplier diversity initiatives.

In my current role as a Sr. Procurement & Supply Chain Manager at eBay, I lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies managing over $25M in annual procurement spend. I have successfully executed RFP/RFI processes, achieving $10M in annual cost savings through optimized contracts and supplier consolidation. My ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams ensures that our procurement strategies align with business goals, while my focus on supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives promotes ethical sourcing practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Sr. Procurement & Supply Chain Manager

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eBay

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Led enterprise-wide sourcing strategies, managing $25M+ in annual procurement spend across multiple indirect procurement categories. Executed RFP/RFI processes and led vendor negotiations, achieving $10M in annual cost savings through optimized contracts and supplier consolidation.

Strategic Sourcing Vendor Management Contract Negotiation Power BI Supplier Diversity

Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist

AT&T

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Managed technology procurement for infrastructure and software, handling $50M+ in vendor contracts and ensuring cost efficiency. Led contract negotiations and renewals, optimizing pricing structures and terms to achieve 15-20% cost reductions.

Procurement Contract Negotiation

Project Manager

Match Marketing Group

Jan 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 11 months)

Managed procurement and supply chain operations for retail merchandising services across U.S. and Canada. Led vendor negotiations and procurement strategy development, ensuring cost-effective purchasing and efficient supply chain management.

Procurement Supply Chain Management Logistics Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Marymount University

Bachelor of Science, International Business

Studied International Business within the Business Administration program. Gained knowledge in global business practices, trade, and cross-cultural management.