Esmeralda "Emmy" Flash
About Esmeralda "Emmy" Flash
Esmeralda 'Emmy' Flash serves as the Strategic Sourcing Manager for Professional Services at Yale University, where she has implemented cost-saving initiatives and developed a strategic sourcing framework. With extensive experience in procurement and sourcing across various organizations, she has contributed to significant budget reductions and supplier diversity programs.
Current Role at Yale University
Esmeralda Flash serves as the Strategic Sourcing Manager for Professional Services at Yale University. She has held this position since 2022 and is based in New Haven, Connecticut. In her current role, she focuses on optimizing procurement processes and implementing cost-saving initiatives. Her efforts have led to significant budget reductions for professional services at the university.
Previous Experience in Strategic Sourcing
Prior to her role at Yale, Esmeralda Flash worked at Boehringer Ingelheim for nearly a decade, where she held various positions including Sr. Buyer and Manager of Global Sourcing for Market Intelligence Services. She also served as a Contract Administrator at MannKind Corporation and as a Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing at Sema4. Her diverse experience in strategic sourcing has contributed to her expertise in the field.
Education and Professional Development
Esmeralda Flash earned her Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Sacred Heart University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. She also completed a Certificate in Contract Management at UC Irvine from 2010 to 2011. Her educational background supports her professional roles in procurement and strategic sourcing.
Contributions to Procurement at Yale University
At Yale University, Esmeralda Flash has developed a strategic sourcing framework for professional services. She has facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to enhance procurement processes and contributed to the establishment of a supplier diversity program. These initiatives reflect her commitment to improving procurement efficiency and inclusivity.
Industry Engagement and Trends
Esmeralda Flash actively participates in industry conferences to stay informed about procurement trends and innovations. This engagement allows her to incorporate best practices into her work and adapt to the evolving landscape of strategic sourcing.