Cheryl Katz
About Cheryl Katz
Cheryl Katz serves as the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Synovus, where she focuses on risk mitigation through strategic sourcing and procurement. She has a background in psychology and education from Brandeis University and has held various roles in sourcing and procurement across multiple industries.
Work at Synovus
Cheryl Katz has been serving as the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Synovus since 2018. In this role, she focuses on supporting IT and technology organizations. Her responsibilities include implementing strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives aimed at mitigating risks for customers. Katz transitioned from a contract employee to a full-time position in April 2019, demonstrating her commitment and expertise in the field.
Previous Experience
Before joining Synovus, Cheryl Katz worked at Crawford & Company as a Strategic Commodity Manager-IT from 2017 to 2018. In this position, she was involved in strategic sourcing for IT commodities. Prior to that, she held the role of Sourcing and Procurement Manager at Verizon Connect from 2013 to 2017, where she managed sourcing and procurement processes for the organization.
Education and Expertise
Cheryl Katz earned her Bachelor's degree from Brandeis University, where she studied Psychology and Education. Her educational background provides a foundation for her expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement. Katz leverages her knowledge to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results across various sectors, including financial services, manufacturing, and service industries.
Background
Cheryl Katz has a diverse professional background that spans several years in strategic sourcing and procurement. She has experience working in various roles that require collaboration and leadership, particularly in cross-functional team settings. Katz has developed a strong focus on helping customers reduce risk through effective sourcing strategies.
Achievements in Strategic Sourcing
Throughout her career, Cheryl Katz has led initiatives that focus on transformational results in the sourcing and procurement domain. Her work has involved managing complex projects and driving efficiencies in sourcing processes, contributing to the overall success of the organizations she has been part of.