Melissa Badeau

Proven track record leading enterprise-wide procurement operations, negotiating multi-million dollar contracts, and implementing ERP systems (SAP, eProcurement platforms). Expertise in building high-performing teams, managing complex vendor ecosystems, and aligning procurement strategy with organizational objectives to deliver measurable business impact.

Melissa Badeau is a seasoned procurement leader with more than 15 years of experience transforming purchasing operations across higher education and industry. As Director of Procurement Services at Alfred University, she oversees institution‑wide sourcing, contract management, competitive bidding, and vendor strategy while advising senior leadership on compliance, spend optimization, and operational efficiency. Melissa is known for modernizing procurement functions—most notably leading Alfred’s transition from manual processes to a fully automated system that strengthened compliance, transparency, and cost control.

Her earlier roles at Gleason Automation Systems, Alstom Transportation, and Bombardier Transportation reflect deep expertise in supplier development, SAP‑based process improvement, cost‑reduction initiatives, and cross‑functional collaboration. With a foundation in account management and customer operations, Melissa brings a rare blend of strategic insight, operational discipline, and relationship‑driven leadership that consistently elevates procurement performance and organizational outcomes.

Cornell University Certificate in Strategic Leadership Completed through the E&I NextGen Leadership Program

Alfred University Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.), Community Service Administration 2004

Alfred University Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business & Industrial Psychology 1998