Kathleen Kercher
Pottstown
Work Preference
Summary
Accomplished program manager with 10+ years of project administration and 15 years of corporate security experience, blending operational oversight with strategic project delivery. Adept at managing budgets, timelines, and stakeholders while ensuring business continuity. Strong track record of negotiating contracts, managing vendors, and delivering complex security projects across global organizations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Security Program Manager
Vanguard
03.2012 - Current
- Managed global travel security program, aligning policies with corporate duty-of-care and risk appetite.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and created traveler risk-tiering models.
- Implemented booking platform-integrated traveler tracking systems for real-time monitoring.
- Led successful contract negotiations, resulting in reduced operational risks and budget savings.
- Drafted and managed vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed project timelines to maintain budget adherence and timely completion.
- Supervised cross-functional teams to align projects with organizational goals.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to secure support for initiatives.
Procurement Specialist
Vanguard
04.2008 - 03.2012
- Executed strategic sourcing initiatives, aligning procurement objectives with organizational goals for enhanced value delivery.
- Analyzed supplier performance metrics to uncover cost-saving opportunities in procurement strategies.
- Managed relationships with vendors, ensuring adherence to contracts and quality requirements.
- Conducted thorough market research to facilitate informed sourcing decisions and negotiations.
- Tracked purchase orders and communicated with vendors for timely deliveries.
- Maintained comprehensive records of procurement activities for precise tracking and reporting.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to improve procurement processes and operational efficiency.
- Negotiated favorable contracts for long-term supply agreements, securing competitive pricing.
Project Administrator
Vanguard
04.1998 - 04.2008
- Maintained project schedules and documentation to guarantee on-time completion of deliverables.
- Enhanced collaboration by facilitating communication among cross-functional teams.
- Tracked expenses across multiple projects, ensuring budget accuracy and accountability.
- Created comprehensive project reports to provide stakeholders with insights into progress.
- Supported resource allocation by monitoring workloads and identifying bottlenecks.
- Conducted meetings with agendas, ensuring stakeholder engagement throughout projects.
- Implemented efficient workflows to streamline administrative processes and reduce paperwork.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with finance and procurement for effective project execution.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology in Business
Immaculata University
Malvern, PA12.2006
Skills
Analytical Expertise
Strategic Sourcing & Expertise
Contract Negotiation & Management
Vendor/Supplier Relationship Management
Purchase Order Management
Spend Analysis & Reporting
Procurement System (Oracle)
Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
Communication & Presentation Skills
Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
Project Management
International Procurement & Global Sourcing
Timeline
Travel Security Program Manager
Vanguard
03.2012 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Vanguard
04.2008 - 03.2012
Project Administrator
Vanguard
04.1998 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology in Business
Immaculata University
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