Leah Kosmoski

Leah Kosmoski is an accomplished professional in strategic sourcing and procurement, currently serving as the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Independent Purchasing Cooperative since February 2020, where responsibilities include managing global sourcing activities for fresh and shelf-stable produce categories serving Subway restaurants worldwide. Previously, Leah held key positions at the same company, such as Senior Manager and Purchasing Manager, overseeing significant annual spends in various protein categories while managing vendor relationships and contracts. At Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Leah contributed as Procurement Manager and Senior Sourcing Specialist, focusing on product sourcing, contract negotiation, and price management, achieving substantial cost savings. With a B.A. in International Affairs and Spanish from The University of Georgia, Leah continues to advance professional development in the sourcing field.