Shawnacy Lofgreen
About Shawnacy Lofgreen
Shawnacy Lofgreen is a Procurement and Supplier Manager at CNA National, where he identifies outsourcing opportunities and develops supplier procedures. He has over a decade of experience in procurement and supplier management, having previously worked at Exmark Manufacturing, Horizon Distributors, and Vixxo.
Current Role at CNA National
Shawnacy Lofgreen serves as the Procurement and Supplier Manager at CNA National since 2020. In this role, he plays a crucial part in identifying new outsourcing opportunities and developing supplier procedures. He acts as a liaison to clearly define service, pricing, terms, and expectations within supplier contracts. Additionally, he provides key statistics to support budget management for multiple departments within the organization.
Previous Experience in Procurement and Management
Prior to his current position, Shawnacy Lofgreen held several roles that contributed to his expertise in procurement and supplier management. He worked at Exmark Manufacturing Company as an Inside Sales Coordinator from 2004 to 2007. He then joined Horizon Distributors, Inc. as a Customer/Vendor Program Coordinator from 2007 to 2012, followed by a role as Sourcing Manager until 2016. He also served as Service Provider Manager at Vixxo from 2016 to 2019 and later as Senior Service Provider Manager until 2020.
Achievements in Cost Savings
Shawnacy Lofgreen has successfully brought savings in excess of $1.5 million through strategic procurement initiatives. His efforts in managing supplier relationships and optimizing procurement processes have contributed significantly to the financial performance of the organizations he has worked for.
Education and Qualifications
Shawnacy Lofgreen studied at the University of Phoenix, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from 2005 to 2008. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from 2008 to 2010. His educational background supports his roles in procurement and supplier management.
Third-Party Risk Management Coordination
In addition to his procurement responsibilities, Shawnacy Lofgreen serves as the third-party risk management coordinator at CNA National. In this capacity, he collaborates with corporate teams to identify and address financial and regulatory gaps, ensuring that the organization maintains compliance and mitigates risks associated with third-party suppliers.