Rob Lowery, Mpa, Cppb Email & Phone Number

Hallandale Beach, Florida, United States

-Supports and assists the Procurement Director in overseeing the day-to-day procurement functions of the Procurement Department for all City-wide purchasing and procurement functions in accordance with Chapter 23, City Code of Ordinances -Supports and assists the Procurement Director with all work assignments, supervising all procurement functions, staff, and work-Counsels, disciplines and completes employee performance evaluations, attends meetings, and provides training sessions-Works with Department Directors and all departments’ staff as needed and required to assist with procurement activities to ensure all policies and procedures are followed-Recommends and implements approved strategies and necessary change for the purpose of improving operational efficiencies and overall effectiveness -Conducts regular meetings with staff to provide updates, address special problems, recognize individual/group accomplishments, and communicate new/changing initiatives-Manages and addresses the electronic Munis ERP procurement system to include the processing of requisitions, change orders, invoices, and contracts-Manages and addresses the procurement card (pcard) process and procedures -Responsible for procuring and coordinating formal and informal purchase for architectural and engineering services, construction, supplies and services Citywide in accordance with all law, standard operating procedures, and administrative policies-Perform technical review in a wide variety of contexts, such as agendas, budgets, records requests, others-Review policies and procedures and provides recommendations for improvements -Assist with all daily operational functions serving as back up to the procurement staff with all tasks-Assist with daily functions such as budget administration, payroll processing, copier leases, mail services and others as needed and required-Serves in the capacity of Procurement Director as directed or in the event of absence

Hollywood, Florida, United States

-Coordinates with various User Departments in developing RFPs, RFQs, and RLIs; conducts assigned research based on independent initiatives and/or discussions with User Departments. -Provide confidential analyses and recommendations for the outsourcing of work performed by bargaining unit members and coordinates the proper solicitation for such outsourcing. -Assist in the preparation of the Department's budget. -Provide recommendations for improving internal procurement related practices. -Work closely with the Assistant Director and Director in confidentially developing and analyzing contracts and agreements. -Reviews and analyzes User Department budgets in conjunction with the scope of work to determine means of solicitation, flexibility, vendor requirements, basis of evaluation, and others. -Provide training to user departments on Procurement Policies and Procedures. -Develops and assists User Departments in developing detailed evaluation criteria including qualitative standards, mathematical formula and weighting criteria based on need. -Conducts market research to confidentially explore various options, new product lines, technology, and price comparisons in an effort to identify budget reduction opportunities and to ensure legitimacy of contract renewals and provides such research for approval by the Assistant Director and the Director.-Participates and assumes responsibility for the purchase of various commodities and services up to an authorized threshold. -Assigns and reviews the work of Procurement Specialist. -Prepares contract document resolutions, memorandums and recommendations to the City Manager and/or the City Commission. -Communicates with awarded vendors on all pertinent issues relating to contracts, solicitations, changes, frequency of services, cancellation, etc.

Hollywood, Fl

-Coordinates with various User Departments in developing IFBs, RFPs, RFQs, RLIs; conducts assigned research based on independent initiatives and/or discussions with User Departments.-Provide confidential analyses and recommendations for the outsourcing of work performed by bargaining unit members and coordinates the proper solicitation for such outsourcing.-Assist in the preparation of the Procurement Division budget.-Provide recommendations for improving internal procurement related practices.-Work closely with the Procurement Manager and Director of Procurement Services in confidentially developing and analyzing contracts and agreements.-Reviews and analyzes User Department budgets in conjunction with the scope of work to determine means of solicitation, flexibility, vendor requirements, basis of evaluation, and others.-Develops and assists User Departments in developing detailed evaluation criteria including qualitative standards, mathematical formula and weighting criteria based on need.-Conducts market research to confidentially explore various options, new product lines, technology, and price comparisons in an effort to identify budget reduction opportunities and to ensure legitimacy of contract renewals and provides such research for approval by the Procurement Manager.-Participates and assumes responsibility for the purchase of various commodities and services up to an authorized threshold.-Supervises and reviews the work of subordinate employees.-Prepares contract document resolutions and recommendations to the City Manager and/or the City Commission.-Communicates with awarded vendors on all pertinent issues relating to contracts, solicitations, changes, frequency of services, cancellation, etc.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

-The Procurement Specialist performs advance procurement and contract administration work in the acquisition of goods, materials, equipment and contractual services, in accordance with Town policies and applicable laws. -Schedules, advertises, facilitates and records pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences and evaluation committee meetings. -Prepares evaluation and/or score sheets for vendor responses and prepares and maintains lists of vendors for bidding purposes. -Reviews contracts and contractor bid proposals for accuracy, compliance and bid responsiveness, including ensuring contracts comply with insurance and bonding requirements. -Researches and utilizes government contract to procure goods and services. -Assists with the preparation of Council Memos and Resolutions for bid and proposal award recommendations. -Provides training and guidance to Town personnel and vendors regarding Town rules, regulations and ordinances as they relate to proper purchasing procedures. -Facilitates Town’s Transparency Initiative through the use of technology. -Administers existing contracts by determining compliance through performance monitoring; negotiating and writing amendments and revisions to scopes of work and/or specifications if needed; and monitoring and reporting subcontracting activities. -Responsible for tracking contracts approaching end of their term and coordinates renewal and re-bid with departments. -Tracks insurance certificates and obtains renewal as required by contract. -Enters procurement data and manages the procurement data in the Town’s financial management software program. -Prepares management reports; assists with the development, analysis, and review of the Town budget. -Facilitates flow of purchasing information from departments through accounts payable and resolves problems that may arise between Town and vendors regarding billing, product quality, and shipping.

Greater Denver Area

-Supporting GSA Federal Acquisition Service-Administers task orders and contracts including processing invoices through ITSS, monitoring, modifications, obligating, de-obligating funds, Notice to Proceeds (NTP), contract provisions, and ensuring contractor performance-Performs all contract administration for DeCA Enterprise contract and task orders, ensuring all negotiated costs are met and invoices are processed-Executes contract modifications to include agreement changes, funding, and technical actions-Monitor contractor performance in accordance with contract requirements ensuring that quality products and services are provided-Arbitrate contractor/client complaints and grievances while assisting with resolution-Tracks all technical instructions, funding documents, assignments, and obligation of funds-Compiles and analyzes contract data, then prepares documentation for the Electronic Contract File (ECF)-Performs technical procurement support services by applying concepts, processes, practices, and procedures related to the procurement process at a technician level-Serves as point of contact between the Department of Defense, GSA, and vendors-Tracks all spending and funding associated with the DeCA agreements

Miramar, Fl

-Maintain database of vendor information, contracts, and other relevant procurement information-Ensure that contracts are renewed or re-bid on a timely basis and contracts’ terms and conditions are adhered to-Leads in the auditing of purchases by reviewing and monitoring procurements conducted by any designee, department, agency or official and verify compliance with State Statute, City Code and procurement policies and procedures-Strategize and implement new city wide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software via Munis from Tyler Technologies-Head of Procurement support staff for Munis ERP system

Miramar, Fl

-Major contributor in transitioning from a decentralized purchasing system into a centralized function -Worked with staff on developing new City Code for the Procurement Department-Wrote the new City Policy on City Surplus and Contract Execution-Gathered all recurring contracts to create a new blanket Purchase Order system for the City

Weston, Fl

-Manage properties throughout Broward and Miami-Dade Counties-Responsible for inspecting properties and facility management of all properties in our portfolio-Recruited and hired contractors for certain positions at numerous client companies in a time sensitive environment-Scheduled and conducted business meetings in the Southeast Florida area

Coral Gables, Fl / Stanford, Ca

-Managed entire setup, operation, and break down of the events-Supervised most on-site activities including, concerts, fashion shows, dance demonstrations, championship award ceremonies, and all on court activities-Worked as a liaison between purchasing, sponsorship, sales, management, and outside vendors -Successfully budgeted and sourced for the food and beverage department

Master'S, Public Administration

Bachelor'S, Sport Management, Business