Laura Steadman
About Laura Steadman
Laura Steadman serves as a Senior Category Manager at LCRA in the Austin, Texas Area, where she has worked since 2017. She specializes in developing complex purchase contracts and driving supplier performance through metrics and improvement programs.
Work at LCRA
Laura Steadman has served as Senior Category Manager at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) since 2017. In this role, she develops and maintains complex purchase contracts, Service Level Agreements, and Statements of Work. Steadman drives supplier performance by implementing metrics reporting and supplier improvement programs. She leads the RFx process for sourcing opportunities, managing an annual spend that exceeds $125 million. Her responsibilities include conducting advanced market analysis and synthesizing data to present reports that enhance decision-making and mitigate risks.
Education and Expertise
Laura Steadman earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Economics from the University of San Francisco. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in economic principles, which she applies in her professional roles. Steadman’s expertise includes contract management, supplier performance improvement, and market analysis, enabling her to effectively navigate complex procurement environments.
Background
Before joining LCRA, Laura Steadman accumulated extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management. She worked at IBM Corporation as a Purchasing Specialist in both Corporate Special Events and Construction and Facilities. Additionally, she served as Project Procurement Manager at the Texas Health and Human Services Commission from 2015 to 2017. Steadman also held the position of Lead Source Manager at AMD and worked as Supplier and Contract Manager at Topaz Power Management, LP.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Laura Steadman has successfully managed significant procurement projects and developed strategies that enhance supplier performance. She has led sourcing initiatives with substantial financial implications, specifically managing an annual spend exceeding $125 million. Her ability to conduct advanced market analysis and synthesize data has contributed to improved decision-making processes within her organizations.