Ashley Yancey
O’Fallon
Summary
IT procurement director skilled in managing high-value contracts and aligning sourcing strategies with technology roadmaps. Driving cost efficiencies through strategic supplier partnerships and robust contract frameworks, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Recognized for leadership in fostering an inclusive team culture and achieving top performance in procurement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Procurement Director
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2025 - Current
- Lead IT procurement strategy across key categories, driving adoption of preferred suppliers and improving vendor performance across the enterprise
- Leading contracting and negotiation of AI-related technologies and services, ensuring strong commercial terms, risk mitigation, and alignment with evolving regulatory and data governance requirements
- Partner with senior business leaders and category teams to align sourcing strategies with organizational priorities and technology roadmaps
- Collaborated with Legal to strengthen contract frameworks, ensuring consistent terms and risk mitigation with a focus on data security, ownership, and compliance across vendor agreements
- Influenced supplier governance by tracking and communicating performance metrics to enhance accountability and optimize outcomes; created procurement playbooks, IT procurement policies, and category management frameworks
- Built supportive, inclusive team culture through investment in mentorship, encouragement of new challenges, and empowerment of team members to grow through experience and accountability
- Estimated total procurement budget of $110M for 2026
Sr. Procurement IT Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Expanded strategic partnerships across data centers, infrastructure, architecture, security, HR tech, marketing tech, and client technology, establishing procurement as a trusted advisor
- Developed and executed sourcing strategies across hardware, software, cloud, and telecommunications, driving cost efficiencies and operational alignment
- Led negotiation of 100+ IT contracts annually, improving commercial terms and reducing risk exposure
- Managed vendor lifecycle from evaluation to selection and performance management, ensuring alignment with IT objectives
- Supervised and developed team members, providing guidance on negotiations, stakeholder engagement, and sourcing execution
Procurement Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Oversaw total spending exceeding $30 million across various departments
- Managed national vendor relationships to enhance service quality and optimize cost efficiency
- Partnered cross-functionally to drive operational improvements and advance strategic initiatives
- Presented market insights and growth strategies to leadership, shaping critical business decisions
Residential Sales and Vendor Management Supervisor
UniGroup
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed third-party vendor relationships to optimize service costs and efficiency
- Presented market data to key stakeholders, outlining strategies for business growth
- Collaborated with other departments to support plot projects and enhancements
Education
Master of Administration - Leadership And Organizational Development
St. Louis University
St Louis, MO01-2019
Bachelors or Science - Marketing Management, Sales
Missouri State University
O'Fallon, MO01-2013
Skills
- IT procurement strategy
- Sourcing strategy
- Contract management
- Contract negotiation
- Supplier management
- IT asset management
- Cost management strategies
- Cost savings delivery
- Project management
- Data-driven decision making
- Stakeholder engagement
- Strategic alignment
- Effective communication
- Coachable sourcing practices
Personal Information
Title: IT Procurement Director
Timeline
IT Procurement Director
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2025 - Current
Sr. Procurement IT Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2022 - 01.2025
Procurement Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2020 - 01.2022
Residential Sales and Vendor Management Supervisor
UniGroup
01.2018 - 01.2020
Master of Administration - Leadership And Organizational Development
St. Louis University
Bachelors or Science - Marketing Management, Sales
Missouri State University