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Jennifer Russell

@jenniferrussell

Experienced procurement and finance leader driving compliance, process improvements, and supplier value.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior procurement/finance role where I can lead compliance-driven process improvements, mentor teams, and drive cost-savings through strong vendor and contract management.

I am a finance and procurement professional with 15+ years of experience delivering compliance, cost savings, and cross-functional process improvements across public and private sectors.

I have led procurement operations, SOX compliance, system integrations, and team management while supporting GL realignments, PO audits, and multi-system implementations including NetSuite, SAP, Conga, Point Purchasing, and ORO.

I excel at contract review and negotiation, training and mentoring staff, designing controls and procedures, and partnering with business owners and stakeholders to streamline workflows and drive measurable operational improvements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

FC

Business Analyst II, Finance

First-Citizens Bank and Trust Company

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Performed contract management research and compliance audits, prepared executive Quarterly Business Review reports, and led RFQ/RFP processes to identify cost savings and contracting improvements during bank acquisitions.

EA

Senior Sourcing Analyst

EG America

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Analyzed sourcing opportunities and purchasing trends, developed eSourcing initiatives and specifications, and negotiated vendor contracts to realize cost savings and expand vendor relations.

MS

Accountant III, Administration & Finance

Massachusetts Department of Youth Services

Jun 2016 - Mar 2019 (2 years 9 months)

Managed Purchase of Service contracts, monthly fiscal reporting and reconciliations using MMARS, supported inventory and PM contracts across six locations, and supervised a regional fiscal team of seven.

BB

Teller Supervisor

Baystate Savings Bank

Nov 2007 - Apr 2011 (3 years 5 months)

Supervised teller operations, trained staff, and managed cash office balancing to ensure accurate daily transactions and regulatory compliance.

SS

Customer Service Dept Head

Stop and Shop Supermarket

Jul 2004 - Nov 2007 (3 years 4 months)

Led customer service operations and cash office balancing, improving service delivery and ensuring accurate cash management across the store.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Quinsigamond Community College logoQC

Quinsigamond Community College

Attended Quinsigamond Community College; specific degree and dates not provided.

Worcester State University logoWU

Worcester State University

Attended Worcester State University; specific degree and dates not provided.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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