Samantha Davis
About Samantha Davis
Samantha Davis is a Senior Sourcing Manager at The New York Times, recognized for her analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. She has a diverse background in sourcing, support analysis, and team leadership across various organizations, and is currently pursuing a Database Specialist Certificate.
Current Role at The New York Times
Samantha Davis has been serving as the Senior Sourcing Manager at The New York Times since 2021. In this role, she applies her analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to deliver results for the organization. Her responsibilities include overseeing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships to ensure the efficient procurement of goods and services.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Prior to her current position, Samantha worked as a Sourcing Manager at The New York Times from 2018 to 2021. During this time, she contributed to the sourcing operations in Norfolk, VA, where she focused on optimizing procurement processes and enhancing supplier performance.
Professional Background
Samantha's professional background includes various roles that have shaped her expertise. She worked as an Equities Trades Support Analyst at Deutsche Bank for six months in 2015. Additionally, she served as a Purchasing Supervisor at Norfolk Southern Corporation from 2015 to 2018, where she managed purchasing operations. Earlier in her career, she held the position of Team Leader at Chick-fil-A-Franchise from 2010 to 2013.
Education and Certifications
Samantha holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Economics from Georgia Southern University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She also pursued a Master of Science in Data Analytics at the University of North Texas from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she completed a Database Specialist Certificate at Tidewater Community College, studying Oracle Database from 2017 to 2019. She is currently pursuing a Database Specialist Certificate to transition into the Information Systems industry.
Skills and Areas of Expertise
Samantha possesses a strong foundation in Strategic Management, Operations Management, and Management Information Systems. Her analytical skills and problem-solving abilities enable her to effectively address challenges in sourcing and procurement. This expertise supports her current role and future aspirations in the Information Systems field.