Dott Buchanan

Dott Buchanan is a seasoned professional in IT vendor governance and procurement, currently serving as Senior Director IT Vendor Governance at The Coca-Cola Company since January 2012, with prior roles including Director Global IT Vendor Governance and Global Procurement Manager. Buchanan's expertise includes leading IT sourcing initiatives, conducting RFIs and RFPs, and negotiating various IT-related contracts such as software license and consulting agreements. Prior experience includes serving as Director IT Procurement at Coca-Cola Refreshments and as Senior IT Procurement Specialist at Coca-Cola Enterprises, focusing on procurement strategies for applications and SaaS acquisitions. Buchanan's career began at Home Depot, where responsibilities included strategic sourcing and vendor management. Academic credentials include an MBA and a BBA in Management from Kennesaw State University.