Jessica Rodrigues

• Leverages and integrates local business needs while developing local category strategies for all locally managed categories including: W&D, Marketing and Sales, HR, Professional Services etc.
• Utilizes market intelligence, internal and industry benchmarking to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
• Utilizes RFIs, RFQs, RFPs to ensure delivery of the highest quality products or services for the lowest possible price, while negotiating favorable commercial terms including: low, long term rate increase maximums, lowest payments terms, high volume rebates and enforceable KPIs and measurable metrics.
• Develops strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
• Analyzes market trends to identify new suppliers and emerging technologies that could enhance company operations or reduce costs.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function by identifying areas for optimization and proposing and executing actionable recommendations.
• Negotiates complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external subject matter experts
• Promotes & translates global strategies for local execution, participating on several Global category Center of Excellence Committees

Interim Developmental Assignment (additional duties)

• Collaborated with external agencies on advertising campaigns, ensuring alignment with overall marketing objectives.
• Developed visually engaging marketing materials to support Patient Rebate and Rewards programs as well as Patient upgrade program
• Lead the development of product pages and go-to-market plan for a new B2B2C e-commerce platform (MARLO)
• Works closely with sales force to ensure they are equipped with the strategy and materials to drive sales and execute on commercial strategic imperatives

Interim maternity leave coverage (additional duties)

• Developed and managed Global category plans for Professional Services including Business Consulting, Financial and Audit Services, IT services etc, while identifying opportunities for cost savings, service improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborated with a variety of global executive level stakeholders and local procurement partners to ensure cohesive and mutually beneficial global strategy and commercial terms.
• Spearheaded successful contract negotiations with major suppliers, securing favorable pricing structures without compromising on quality or service levels.
• Managed, trained and motivated small team to be productive and engaged in work

• Analyzed data to identify trends and make informed decisions, driving continuous improvement in operations and resolved complex operational issues effectively.
• Oversaw day-to-day operations, delegating tasks appropriately to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of projects.
• Drove the roll out and implementation of various procurement initiatives including New Global and subsequent local Procurement Policies, ARIBA network,
  Buying portal, Content enablement (catalogues and E-forms) ensuring global guidelines are followed while maintaining and documenting local in country step-outs and needed
• Supported a variety of executive level stakeholders in Country with all sourcing/purchasing needs

• Reporting in to the Director of HR Canada of a fortune 100 company.
• HRIS database management, PO/GR processing in SAP and OpenHire job posting management.
• Full cycle seasonal recruitment management for high volume warehousing positions.
• Management of rewards and recognition program and philanthropic campaigns.
• HRIS reporting for service anniversaries, preliminary review dates, benefit eligibility and head count tracking.
• Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork in a timely manner.
• Coordinated employment offers with management and extended offers to selected candidates.