maggie

Maggie Watson is a Knoxville native and avid outdoors enthusiast. She is a driven professional with a passion for excellence and continuous improvement. As a high achiever, she has built a successful career in purchasing, contract negotiation, and client management while balancing the demands of being a young mother. She is dedicated to optimizing efficiency, reducing costs, and streamlining operations has made a lasting impact on every organization she has been a part of. With a strong commitment to innovation and collaboration, she thrives on finding solutions that drive business growth and improve overall performance.

Key Highlights

Strategic Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvements – Successfully reduced average home margins by 2-5% in the Knoxville market and minimized variance purchase orders by 15% through vendor optimization and contract negotiations.

Purchasing & Contract Management Expertise – Led procurement operations, enforced contract compliance, and negotiated agreements to maintain a reliable subcontractor network while improving cost-effectiveness.

Financial & Client Management Success – Exceeded collection goals as an Account Representative at Vanderbilt Mortgage by improving customer payment adherence and developing sustainable repayment plans.

Market Analysis & Procurement Leadership – Evaluated trends, optimized product selection, and established vendor relationships to drive purchasing strategies at River Sports Outfitters.

Cross-Industry Experience & Leadership – Diverse background in construction, finance, retail, and event coordination, demonstrating adaptability, strategic problem-solving, and a passion for organizational improvement.