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Mark Westergaard
Purchasing Manager at University of North Carolina at Asheville
Mark Westergaard, CPM, MBA, is a highly motivated sourcing and vendor management leader known for his collaboration, team building, and negotiation skills. With a proven track record in overcoming challenges and driving results, he excels in influencing without power, navigating internal and external relationships effectively. Mark's experience spans VMS/MSP, program management, and vendor management with key IT providers such as IBM, Wipro, and Accenture. He is also well-versed in areas like indirect sourcing, risk management, compliance, and supplier diversity. Mark holds a Green Belt certification and is a Qualified Neutral Mediator. His educational background includes an MBA from the University of Saint Thomas, a Graduate Certificate in Teaching from Appalachian State University, and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Throughout his career, Mark has held various roles at reputable organizations like the University of North Carolina, Allianz Life, Best Buy, Kelly Services, Honeywell, and Medtronic, where he showcased his expertise in strategic sourcing, client relationship management, and supplier diversity.
