Kelly Kennerly
Kelly Kennerly is a seasoned procurement and strategic sourcing leader with extensive experience in the information technology and services industry. She currently serves as Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing – IT at LogicSource, Inc., where she leads sourcing initiatives that support large-scale enterprise clients and oversees IT procurement strategies across multiple brands. In this role, she focuses on optimizing IT spend, managing supplier relationships, and delivering strategic value through areas such as hardware, software, telecom, and enterprise mobility. Her expertise includes complex contract negotiations, global supplier relationship management, and total cost of ownership analysis for technical products.
Throughout her career, Kelly has demonstrated a strong ability to navigate complex procurement environments and build impactful supplier partnerships. Prior to joining LogicSource, she held leadership roles at IBM and Kyndryl, where she managed billions of dollars in global procurement spend and led high-performing teams responsible for enterprise supplier relationships. Her work has included negotiating multi-million-dollar agreements, developing category strategies, and supporting global technology infrastructure initiatives. Over the years, she has built a reputation for operational excellence, process improvement, and strategic cost optimization within large global organizations.
Kelly’s professional journey began in the mortgage industry, where she worked as a senior funder before transitioning into procurement and IT sourcing leadership. Guided by a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous learning, she has successfully evolved her career while maintaining a leadership style grounded in integrity, authenticity, and respect. Kelly is passionate about creating collaborative environments where people feel valued and supported, and she strives to lead by example—fostering trust, strong partnerships, and meaningful impact across the organizations she serves.
• Consultant Profession - Foundation
• Embracing a Growth Mindset Experience
• Leadership Behavior - Advocate
• Leadership Behavior - Restless
• Leadership Behavior - Flat
• Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner
• Leadership Behavior - Empathetic
• Leadership Behavior - Fast
• Leadership Behavior - Devoted
• IBM Agile Advocate
• People Skills - Resilience, Growth Mindset, Learning Agility, Time Management
• IBM Agile Explorer
• President's Award
• Eminence and Excellence Award
• IBM Christmas Toy Donation and Delivery Program
• Habitat for Families House Building
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to maintaining a growth mindset and nurturing a genuine curiosity in all that I do. I approach every opportunity and challenge with the intention of being the best version of myself in every interaction. I hold deep respect for my colleagues, clients, and stakeholders, and I lead by example, guided by integrity. For me, success is rooted in intentionality—showing up authentically, communicating honestly, and acting with transparency in every engagement.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to remain strong, stay curious, and always be authentic. I strive to carry these principles into every role and interaction, letting them guide my growth, decision-making, and the way I connect with others.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to approach every interaction with honesty, authenticity, and integrity. Be intentional in how you show up, and strive to be the best version of yourself in every situation—both professionally and personally.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is seeing the tangible impact of my efforts come to life. I feel fortunate to be in an industry that offers both challenges and opportunities for growth. From my early days as a senior funder in the mortgage industry to where I am today, I’ve been able to expand my skills, take on new responsibilities, and continue advancing my career.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Family is at the core of my life, and I strive to be a strong example of leadership for my daughters. Transparency, honesty, mutual respect, and authenticity guide me in both work and personal life. I value relationships that uplift and support one another, creating environments where everyone feels safe, valued, and loved.
Locations
LogicSource, Inc.
Apex, NC