BRANDEE FERNANDEZ, Senior Sourcing Sustainability Manager with Baker Hughes, has her Master of Business Administration Degree in Management from Oklahoma State University, and currently enrolled at the University of Houston to obtain her Doctorate through the Executive DBA Program in Houston, Texas with a focus on Supplier Emissions Transparency.

Brandee combines analytical rigor with strategic foresight to align procurement with environmental and social governance goals. Her recent work includes navigating supplier challenges tied to geopolitical shifts, fostering partnerships within the supply chain, and spearheading frameworks that elevate sourcing transparency.

Brandee is a seasoned supply chain leader with over two decades of experience in various industries driving sustainable sourcing strategies across complex global networks. As Senior Sourcing Sustainability Manager, Brandee leads initiatives that enhance supplier resilience, mitigate production disruptions, measure supplier emissions, and strengthen multi-tier visibility—ensuring operational continuity and ethical sourcing practices.

In Brandee’s spare time, she enjoys volunteering in her local community and mentoring individuals at all ages to drive passions to reality. She also enjoys photography, traveling, staying physically fit, spending time with her family, reading and continuously learning. She frequently speaks on topics such as supply chain resilience, sustainable procurement, and supplier engagement.