Helene Gaetani

• • Spearhead a high-performing team of senior consultants to provide top-tier strategic sourcing and category management advisory services to Chain IQ clients across various industries (UBS, Pictet, KPMG, Kuehne+Nagel, Bobst, Implenia...)

• • Established and directed the Sourcing Professional Services Consulting function, managing a team of 15 across Consulting, Legal Services, and HR categories.

• • Implement new clients including outsourcing of procurement process and organisation within CIQ.

• • Participate in potential new clients interviews, opportunity analysis and new business value creation plan. Developed and fine-tuned category strategies and standards, incorporating advanced tools such as AI and Cirtuo for process optimization.

• • Pioneered dynamic pricing models and consortium purchasing strategies, significantly improving cost-effectiveness in key service areas like translation, travel, fleet management, and recruitment.

• • Provided comprehensive global procurement consultancy services to high-profile clients including Credit Suisse, UBS, and Pictet. Led the successful pilot and implementation of an outsourcing procurement transformation initiative for Pictet.

• • Developed and executed category strategies for professional services and travel, achieving an average cost reduction of 25%.

• • Drove change management efforts, ensuring smooth adoption of new practices and maintaining high levels of client engagement. Implemented cutting-edge procurement tools and processes, enhancing efficiency and compliance across the organization.

• • Lead global procurement operations center from the Swiss headquarters, managing an annual budget of $840M with a focus on HR, Travel, and Professional Services. Led a team of 8 regional buyers, achieving annual cost savings ranging from 9% to 22%.

• • Spearheaded sustainability initiatives to align with corporate environmental and social governance goals. Drive product innovation programs and supplier development in collaboration with business.

• • Developed and implemented a comprehensive vendor and risk management program, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing risk exposure.