Open to opportunities

Lacey Kinkhorst

@laceykinkhorst

Message

Experienced procurement specialist with a focus on cost savings.

United States

Message

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values collaboration and offers opportunities for growth.

I am an experienced procurement specialist with over 6 years of expertise in policies, regulations, and administration. My career has been marked by a commitment to enhancing compliance and budget adherence, particularly in software procurement. I have successfully negotiated contracts that have resulted in significant cost savings, reducing software renewal costs by 5% to 15% off initial pricing. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to bring my skills to a new team.

Throughout my career, I have held various roles that have honed my abilities in contract management and vendor relations. At Black & Veatch Corporation, I achieved a remarkable 20% cost savings on software licenses within just 12 months by implementing strategic vendor negotiations. My experience at JE Dunn Construction and Integrity IT Solutions further solidified my skills in operational efficiency and vendor management, where I led cross-departmental collaborations to fulfill purchasing needs effectively.

My educational background in English, combined with certifications in software management and license negotiation, equips me with a unique perspective on procurement. I am detail-oriented and analytical, always seeking opportunities to improve processes and drive cost efficiencies. I am ready and eager to contribute my expertise to a dynamic team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IT Procurement Specialist

Black & Veatch Corporation

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Enhanced compliance and budget adherence for software licenses, resulting in significant savings in D&IT overhead through effective communication with vendors and stakeholders. Drafted, negotiated, and executed Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Non-disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Scope of Work (SOWs) based on business needs. Managed procurement processes to achieve 20% cost savings on software l

Software Licensing Contract Management Compliance Stakeholder Management Budget Compliance

Procurement Representative

JE Dunn Construction

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify purchasing needs, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong vendor relationships. Solicited and tabulated quotes from suppliers for various materials and supply purchases to ensure cost savings. Assisted with identifying functionality issues and improvement opportunities in the eCommerce platform, CMIC, and worked with appropriate ve

Quote Tabulation ECommerce Platforms

Operations Manager

Integrity IT Solutions

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Led cross-departmental collaboration to identify and fulfill purchasing needs, significantly improving operational efficiency and vendor relationships. Oversaw software license management and renewals for over 100 clients, ensuring compliance and optimizing costs through effective vendor negotiations. Managed and analyzed contract renewals with current clients to make recommendations for an increa

Operations Management Software Licensing Cost Optimization Client Management

Delivery Consultant

Cerner

Aug 2019 - Present (5 years 10 months)

Led management of project hours for ad-hoc change requests, enhancing workload tracking efficiency by using JIRA and Excel weekly. Managed monthly Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with the state of Montana and Kansas by tracking, researching, and coordinating the collection of information to report findings.

Project Management Jira Excel Data Collection Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Bachelor of Arts, English

Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on English literature and language. Developed strong analytical, research, and communication skills through coursework and academic projects.

Maple Woods Community College

Associate of Arts, General Studies

Obtained an Associate of Arts degree, providing a foundational understanding across various disciplines. Coursework included humanities, social sciences, and basic sciences, preparing for further academic pursuits.