Allison Needham

Allison Needham is a highly accomplished global procurement operations manager with a strong background in improving operational efficiency and enhancing functional capabilities.

She excels in process optimization, project management, system enablement, and change management to foster operational excellence across the procure-to-pay lifecycle.

Allison is known for her collaborative approach, serving as a business partner, manager, and cross-functional team lead to deliver tangible business outcomes and encourage continuous improvement.

Her specialized skills include proficiency in SAP Ariba eProcurement, Oracle Business Intelligence, SAP Concur, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

In addition to her professional skills, Allison is conversational in Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.

Allison Needham studied BA in Chinese at Middlebury College and has held various roles at Cabot Corporation, including Global Purchasing Advancement & Operations Manager, Global Purchasing Finance & Operations Manager, Sr. Analyst in Global Purchasing Advancement, as well as internships at various levels within the organization.

Prior to her current role, she served as a Sr. Category Manager at Tufts Health Plan, further enhancing her expertise in procurement operations and management.

Allison's diverse experience and strong skill set make her a valuable asset in driving business success and operational efficiency within procurement operations.