Blake Baxter

Blake Baxter is an experienced procurement strategist currently serving as a Strategist in Third Party Procurement at Fifth Third Bank since May 2019, where responsibilities include the acquisition, structuring, and negotiation of third party contracts, as well as providing sourcing guidance to minimize risks. Prior to this role, Blake held various positions at Macy's from May 2012 to May 2019, ultimately serving as Manager of Strategic Sourcing, overseeing the sourcing process and managing facility services. Additional roles at Macy's included Senior Buyer and Sourcing Buyer, focusing on multiple facility portfolios and database development. Earlier career experience includes working as a Logistics Account Executive and as a Sales Intern at Total Quality Logistics. Blake holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.