Dave Anderson

Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing at LogicSource

Dave Anderson has over 18 years of work experience in strategic sourcing and procurement. Dave is currently working as a Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing at LogicSource, Inc., where they lead a team in implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and driving savings for clients. Dave is also responsible for presenting categories to assist in the sales process and developing efficient procedures for internal and external stakeholders.

Prior to their current role, Dave held various positions at CBRE and JLL. At CBRE, they worked as a Manager of Strategic Sourcing from 2017 to 2018. During their time at JLL, Dave served as a Manager of Strategic Sourcing - North America on the Thomson Reuters Account from 2016 to 2017 and as a Manager of Strategic Sourcing - UnitedHealth Group Account from 2013 to 2016. In these roles, they developed policies and procedures for sourcing strategies, managed suppliers and contracts, and implemented cost-saving initiatives.

Before joining CBRE and JLL, Dave worked at Strategic Source as a Category Manager from 2012 to 2013. Dave was responsible for managing categories and implementing procurement strategies.

Dave's early career began at C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. in 2003. Dave held various roles during their time there, including Senior Sourcing Representative from 2007 to 2012, Sourcing Representative from 2004 to 2007, and Inventory Analyst from 2003 to 2004. In these positions, Dave was responsible for procurement, supplier management, contract negotiation, and inventory control.

Overall, Dave Anderson has a strong background in strategic sourcing and procurement, with extensive experience in managing suppliers, implementing cost-saving initiatives, and developing efficient procedures for internal and external stakeholders.

Dave Anderson, CPSM, obtained a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a focus on Asian Studies from St. Olaf College between 1998 and 2002. Prior to this, they attended Edina High School. In addition to their education, Dave has certifications as a Certified Professional in Supply Management from the Institute for Supply Management and a Six Sigma Green Belt from the Aveta Business Institute, both obtained at unspecified dates.

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Timeline

  • Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing

    April, 2023 - present

  • Director, Strategic Sourcing

    May, 2021

  • Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing

    October, 2018