Elliot Dickerson
About Elliot Dickerson
Elliot Dickerson is the Strategic Sourcing Lead at Fannie Mae, with extensive experience in procurement and a background in international studies and business administration.
Current Role at Fannie Mae
Elliot Dickerson currently serves as Strategic Sourcing Lead at Fannie Mae. In this role, he is responsible for managing the strategic sourcing initiatives, including vendor management and procurement process optimizations. Elliot's leadership has contributed significantly to the company's efficient sourcing strategies.
Previous Experience in Strategic Sourcing
Before becoming the Strategic Sourcing Lead, Elliot worked as a Strategic Sourcing Sr. Associate, IT Software and Data, for four years at Fannie Mae. His initial role at Fannie Mae began in 2017 when he served as a Corporate Procurement Strategy Summer Associate. These roles allowed him to develop expertise in IT procurement and strategic sourcing methodologies.
Academic Background
Elliot holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, completed between 2016 and 2018. In addition, he studied Mandarin Chinese at Guizhou University and holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Studies from the College of Charleston Honors College.
Key Achievements at Fannie Mae
Elliot has made notable contributions at Fannie Mae, including leading the implementation of a supplier diversity program, negotiating a multi-million dollar IT vendor contract, and developing a strategic sourcing plan. These initiatives resulted in increased participation of minority-owned businesses, substantial cost savings, and a reduction in procurement cycle times.
Industry Engagement and Recognition
Elliot presented at the 2021 National Procurement Conference on 'Innovations in IT Sourcing and Supply Chain Management.' He is also committed to mentoring junior procurement professionals through Fannie Mae's internal mentorship program. Elliot's excellence in his field was recognized with the 'Outstanding Employee Award' at Fannie Mae in 2021.