Katie Baker
About Katie Baker
Katie Baker is a Procurement Manager at Cision with a background in procurement and category management, holding a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Current Role at Cision
Katie Baker is currently serving as a Procurement Manager at Cision. Since joining the company, she has developed and executed a strategic sourcing plan that resulted in a 12% reduction in procurement costs within the first year. Her responsibilities include overseeing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring efficient procurement processes.
Previous Role at Cushman & Wakefield
Katie Baker worked at Cushman & Wakefield as a Category Manager from 2016 to 2022 for six years. During her tenure, she implemented a new supplier evaluation system that improved supplier performance by 15%. She was also recognized as an 'Outstanding Procurement Professional' in 2020 for her exceptional contributions.
Early Career at Anheuser-Busch InBev
Before joining Cushman & Wakefield, Katie Baker held positions as a Purchasing Agent and later as a Procurement Buyer at Anheuser-Busch InBev from 2013 to 2016. She led a cross-functional team to streamline the procurement process, which resulted in a 10% cost reduction. In addition, she applied her Lean Six Sigma certification to optimize procurement workflows.
Education at University of Missouri-Columbia
Katie Baker studied at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing. She studied there from 2009 to 2013, gaining a solid foundation in business principles and marketing strategies.
Internships and Early Experience
Katie Baker gained valuable early career experience through internships. In 2012, she worked as a Sales Management Intern at Macy's for two months and also interned for a State Senator in Missouri for four months. These roles provided her with initial insights into business operations and public sector governance.