Devyn Petek

Devyn Petek is the Manager of Technology Vendor Management & Sourcing at Kohl's, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With over 14 years of experience in the IT Vendor Management and Sourcing field, Devyn has been instrumental in developing and expanding the vendor management team at Kohl's since its inception. Initially part of a three-member team, Devyn focused on creating a contingent labor program, which became a model used across various departments within the company.

In their role, Devyn has undertaken numerous responsibilities, including:

• Negotiating contracts for hardware, software, and SaaS solutions.
• Conducting audits and managing asset tracking to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Developing automated tracking systems for vendor segments and financials.
• Supporting enterprise license agreement negotiations through data analysis and contract reviews.

Devyn's contributions have led to significant cost savings for Kohl's through effective contract negotiations and the establishment of structured programs for vendor management.12