Catherine Svendson

Procurement Team Lead

Professional Overview

Catherine Svendson is an accomplished procurement and supply chain professional with over 5 years of diverse experience managing critical business operations. As the Procurement Team Lead at Carta, she oversees a team responsible for sourcing, contracting, and managing strategic supplier relationships to support the company's rapid growth. Known for her analytical problem-solving skills and ability to drive process improvements, Catherine brings a blend of technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities to her role.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Procurement Team Lead at Carta, Catherine is responsible for leading a team of procurement specialists to ensure the timely delivery of goods and services that support the company's business objectives. She collaborates cross-functionally to develop and implement procurement strategies, negotiate favorable contract terms, and optimize supply chain operations. Under her leadership, the procurement team has achieved significant cost savings and improved supplier performance, contributing to Carta's overall operational efficiency and profitability.

Career Progression

Prior to her current role, Catherine held positions as a Business Analyst II at BioFire Diagnostics, LLC and a Subcontract Administrator at Lockheed Martin. In these roles, she gained valuable experience in contract management, vendor relations, and process improvement. She also completed a global supply chain internship at Woodward, Inc., where she contributed to the development of risk mitigation strategies and inventory optimization initiatives.

Academic Background

Catherine holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Utah, where she graduated with distinction. During her studies, she was an active member of the university's Supply Chain Management Association and participated in several industry-focused case competitions.

Areas of Expertise

• Procurement and supply chain management

• Contract negotiation and vendor relations

• Process improvement and operational optimization

• Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership

• Data analysis and strategic decision-making

Professional Impact

As the Procurement Team Lead at Carta, Catherine has driven significant improvements in the company's supply chain operations. She has successfully renegotiated several key supplier contracts, resulting in over $1.2 million in annual cost savings. Additionally, she has implemented new tracking and reporting mechanisms, enabling the procurement team to proactively identify and address potential supply chain disruptions, leading to a 15% reduction in lead times.

Conclusion

With her proven track record of delivering tangible business results, Catherine is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in her current role and throughout her career. Her passion for supply chain optimization, coupled with her strong leadership abilities, make her a valuable asset to any organization seeking to enhance its procurement and supply chain capabilities.