Leslie Freeman
About Leslie Freeman
Leslie Freeman is a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager at CenterPoint Energy in Houston, Texas, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a BA in Business Administration from Texas A&M University and has extensive experience in procurement and sourcing, previously serving in various roles at Schlumberger and Premier Corporate Housing.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Leslie Freeman has served as a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager at CenterPoint Energy since 2021. In this role, she has been instrumental in developing department-wide processes for Procurement and Sourcing. Freeman played a key role in the first-generation Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) outsourcing event, which was scheduled for completion in the fourth quarter of 2022. Additionally, she led the Corporate Procurement, Materials, and Logistics Core Safety Team from 2022 to 2023 and managed the Emergency Response Procurement Branch in 2022.
Education and Expertise
Leslie Freeman studied at Texas A&M University - Mays Business School, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a focus on Management Law from 2004 to 2008. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in strategic sourcing and procurement. Freeman's expertise is further demonstrated through her leadership in various procurement initiatives and her contributions to process development at CenterPoint Energy.
Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Leslie Freeman held several positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a NAM Category Manager at Schlumberger from 2014 to 2021, where she gained significant experience in category management. Prior to that, she served as Manager and Director of Corporate Relations at Premier Corporate Housing from 2012 to 2014. Freeman began her career as an Analyst at The Reynolds and Reynolds Company from 2008 to 2012.
Achievements
Leslie Freeman has made notable contributions in her professional roles. At CenterPoint Energy, she has been involved in significant projects such as the Integrated Facilities Management outsourcing event and the management of the Emergency Response Procurement Branch. Additionally, she has served as an OnPoint Board Member, focusing on Networking, Volunteer, and Professional Development from 2022 to 2024, further demonstrating her commitment to professional growth and community engagement.