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Vancouver, Washington, United States

1. Maintain agency procurement and contracts, provide oversight of agencies Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Small Business Enterprise and oversight of staff.

1. Research, prepare and issue complex solicitation and contract documents in accordance with department policies, current federal and state laws, TriMet Contract Review Board Rules (TCRB), and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) contracting regulations. 2. Stay abreast of changes in federal and state laws affecting TriMet contracts and FTA requirements, rulings and interpretations. Update contracting procedures and manuals as directed. Develop contractual language and clauses necessary for non-routine procurement actions. Obtain concurrence of General Counsel's office where needed. 3. Provide assistance to agency project managers in developing statements of work, schedules, work orders, and other contract requirements. Conduct pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences and assist project managers in answering questions and clarifying requirements for potential bidders and proposers. 4. Assume lead role in evaluating bid and proposals with assistance from TriMet project managers. 5. Analyze cost proposals including the elements of cost, i.e. direct labor, overhead, and general and administrative rates. 6. In conjunction with project managers, develop pre-negotiation strategy, position and conduct negotiations with selected proposer. Make final determinations regarding responsiveness and responsibility of bidders/proposers and document appropriately. Prepare contract document and obtain required signatures. 7. Practice continuous improvement in cradle-to-grave contracting life cycle. Develop Life cycle cost or Total cost of Ownership and other general and special reports and tools for continuous improvements. 8. Assist in bid protest resolution in accordance with TriMet's bid protest procedures. 9. Terminate contracts when required, negotiate settlement with contractor based on termination type and contract terms, and prepare termination settlement and closing documents. 10. Provide training formal and informal to agency staff.

• Provide oversight and conduct compliance review on the most complex development of Countywide services and supplies contracts including formal (over $150k) solicitations that pertain to the implementation and execution of contracts/procurement policy decisions.• Maintain the Jaggaer Contracting Module. Provide creative analysis and problem solving expertise related to Multnomah County contracting needs in relation to Jaggaer functionality.• Advise and train on the compilation and presentation of written agreements, contracts and reports.• Advise and provide technical assistance to County staff regarding contracts policies, processes and procedures.• Serve as a key liaison coordinating the research and development of the division, partner agencies, stakeholders, committees, task force and other members ensuring countywide needs and contractual effectiveness.

Assist with providing leadership, expertise, and training to departments and employees performing procurement and contracting functions.Support departments in procuring products and services including health and human services, construction, materials, non-professional and professional services.Ensure County procurement and contracting adheres to regulatory guidelines, fair and transparent practice and best value standards while maintaining an uninterrupted flow of materials and services in support of the County's mission.Provide county wide customer support, direction, solicitation review and interpretation of County policies for Departments conducting intermediate procurements (generally $150,000 and under).Conduct formal County procurements (generally over $150,000), working in close partnership with Departmental purchasing and program staff.Consult with Department staff and management to identify optimal procurement strategies based on careful analysis of situational needs, data and interpretation of County's purchasing rules, procedures and policies.Participate in the review of all Multnomah County's Contracts for goods and services, checking for valid procurement authority as well as compliance with the County's complex purchasing rules, procedures and policies.Review and interpret current, new, proposed, or revised laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to determine their impact on assigned operating area, work functions, programs; coordinate and make adjustments to procurement and contract systems.Actively participate in collaborative work groups to develop policy, administrative procedures, instructions, forms, boilerplates and tools to assist Departmental staff with procurement and contracting activities in accordance with County policies and procedures.Maintain a broad working knowledge of public procurement rules, laws and best practices through internal and external continuing education and professional certification activities.

Central Purchasing

● Provide guidance and updated information to staff on purchasing and contracting● Provide guidance to departments on procurement authority● Review contracts and ensure it is followed within the proper procurement authority● Process Interagency Agreements, Interstate Agreements and Intergovernmental Agreements● Request bids, proposals and quotations and submit direct awards to suppliers that meet department requirements

State Of Oregon

● Provide guidance and updated information to staff on purchasing and contracting● Utilize procurement card for small purchases under $10,000● Act as direct liasion for the Department’s fleet, including maintaining, dispatching and managing the fleet● Request bids, proposals and quotations and submit direct awards to suppliers that met agency requirements● Process Interagency Agreements, Interstate Agreements and Intergovernmental Agreements on ORPIN● Track Capital Inventory ● Maintain mailroom, receive incoming mail and track packages for all purchases ● Process invoices, payments and doccument reconciliations ● Track and purge records according to applicable regulations● Inventory and maintain surplus property, track ID cards, and maintain access levels● Track custodial issues, recycling and OSP Mall patrol and submit requests to facilities for maintenance

Ft. Lauderdale, Fl

Provide friendly customer service to clients nationally and internationally, ensuring they receive accurate quotes and are satisfied with shipment and delivery. Manage shipments from port to final destination. Utilize knowledge of customs clearance to handle any issues that arise with customs border protection. Accurately track data and manage files. Act as the acquisition specialist for the office, purchasing all needed materials for staff. Assist with any technology issues that arise office-wide.

Provided training to other service members on logistics and financial management.Utilized strong time management skills to complete time-sensitize tasks and prioritize workload. Assisted with shipment, redistribution and freight forwarding. Managed headquarters and Region funds to include assisting in end of year closeout and mid year review. Managed gear assets that were received throughout the United States and overseas. Assisted supervisors with forecasting need for supplies and additional acquisitions. Used knowledge of publications, orders and procedures to establish a smooth working environment. Gained experience in data entry, word processing, fiscal processing, budget management and supply ordering.

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Associate Of Science (As), Pre-Pharmacy Studies