Phylicia Smith

Phylicia Smith currently serves as a Category Manager at Hertz, where responsibilities include the design and execution of category projects, strategy development, supplier negotiations, and risk management assessments. Prior to this role, Phylicia held positions such as Director of Procurement at Loyola University New Orleans, Purchasing Manager at Mutual of Omaha, and Purchasing and Logistics Manager at ADT Solar, demonstrating extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management. Phylicia's career includes significant achievements in strategic sourcing, compliance monitoring, vendor management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Academic qualifications consist of an M.B.A. from the University of Phoenix and multiple degrees in Human Resources Management and Business Administration from Southeastern Louisiana University.