Gabriela Friedlander

Experienced global program management and commodity manager professional with a proven track record of driving results through strategic planning and execution. Skilled in effectively managing cross-functional teams, aligning objectives, and delivering high-impact global initiatives. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability to changing requirements, and ensuring seamless project delivery. Recognized for excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a results-oriented mindset.

Highly experienced operational project manager and purchasing commodity manager with a demonstrated history of developing and driving implementation of innovative global sourcing strategies in various commodities, including Travel, Corporate Services, IT and Engineering Outsourcing. Manages complex, cross Business Unit global transformative projects with high energy and passion, while successfully influencing senior management and project teams to support these directions

• 2024: QPCR - Qualified Professional of Corporate Real Estate, CoreNet Global
• 2022, Vested Contract Deal Architect (CDA), University of Tennessee
• 2009, Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI, USA
• 2000, MBA in Management, University of Boston Joint Program with Ben Gurion University, Placed second in class on graduation.
• 1998, Bachelor of Science, Majoring in Mathematics and Psychology, University of South Africa, Received scholarship on basis of exceptional results. Graduated with distinction in psychology.
• 1994, High School Diploma, King David High School Linksfield, South Africa, Ranked among top achievers nationally in final matriculation examination. Granted highest bursary for University studies in South Africa.
• 1991, Summer Program for Gifted Children, First-year Psychology, Yale University, Completed course with A result.

• Place of Birth: South Africa
• Marital Status: Married + 4