Vanessa Smyth

Director of Procurement - US & Canada @ SIXT

About

Driven Business Leader with a strong and distinctive background of team management, real estate development, financial analysis, and statewide purchasing & contract negotiations. Determined to surpass expectations and foster business growth, while ensuring effective communication across a dynamic platform. I thrive in a challenging and fast paced environment, where opportunities for ongoing learning are offered and tangible goals can be exceeded. I take extreme pride in building powerful client relationships based on trust, reliability, and performance. I am extremely active in our local community and youth soccer league. I have a passion for business development, real estate, purchasing, and process improvement.

Country

City

United States

Industry

Management Consulting

Skill

Contractual Agreements, Sales Processes, Procurement Contracts, Purchase Management, Software Testing, Customer Service, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Asset Management, Purchasing Agents, Strategic Sourcing, Advertising, Financial Accounting, Online Advertising, Statistics, Strategic Procurement, Communication, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Financial Analysis, Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Experience

Director of Procurement - US & Canada

SIXT

2024-12 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

Lead North America procurement initiatives focused on delivering measurable cost savings, reducing total cost of ownership, and improving supplier performance across construction, facilities, operations, logistics, and other indirect spend. Drive sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and scalability while supporting operational growth. Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and Legal to challenge legacy spend, improve purchasing discipline, and implement data and technology-enabled procurement solutions that generate sustainable savings.