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Katie Sharma

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Director Global Sourcing at Coinbase
📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Katie Sharma is the Director of Global Sourcing at Coinbase, leading cross-functional teams with over a decade of experience in strategic sourcing. A graduate of Washington & Jefferson College, she is recognized for her expertise in vendor management and M&A support. People who have worked with her describe her as an excellent leader who leads by example.

Outside of her corporate role, Katie is a partner in the Mazala Pizza Company, showcasing an entrepreneurial spirit and an interest in business ventures beyond the technology and cryptocurrency sectors. This side business suggests a passion for local enterprise and the food industry.

Unique fact: She is a partner in a pizza company, demonstrating a diverse range of business interests.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Director Global Sourcing
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Future of Procurement
As a frequent speaker at industry summits, she discusses topics like the future of procurement technology, AI's role in sourcing, and contract lifecycle management (CLM).
Strategic Sourcing
This is her core professional function. She is actively hiring for her team to shape the strategy for how Coinbase procures technology and other services.
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Career

Work history

8-2025
Director Global Sourcing
Coinbase
6-2024
Partner
Mazala Pizza Company
1-2022 - 7-2025
Senior Manager Global Sourcing
Coinbase
12-2020 - 12-2021
Senior Manager Strategic Sourcing - Technology, GTM (Go to Market), Marketing
Zendesk
10-2019 - 12-2020
Strategic Sourcing Manager - Technology & Product
Groupon
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Education
Bachelor of Arts
Washington & Jefferson College
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