Robert Mitchell Email & Phone Number

Greater Denver Area

Provide on-going guidance to assigned Programs and Regions within CDOT in order to develop an annual procurement and contracting plan which aligns with the Programs/Regions specific goals and objectives;Investigate and develop sources of supply and confirm that they are in accordance with the State Fiscal Rules, Purchasing Guidelines and the State Procurement Code;Assure accountability, high ethical practices, integrity and fairness in contracting processes to the public and to the business community;Monitor and predict market conditions and collaborate with requesters to define their needs and how they can best be met in changing conditions;Provide advice and consultation to purchasing personnel in other State agencies and political subdivisions in technical area of Statewide procurement and contracting;Provide advice, guidance and negotiates with Department heads, managers and vendors to gain support for contracting policies and procedures;Write solicitations, publish and advertise bids and solicitations;Facilitate RFP Evaluation Meetings, conduct trainings and presentations and educate procurement customers and partners on purchasing guidelines, thresholds and processes;Utilize the procurement guidelines to solve problems and provide answers for CDOT Programs and Regions;Conduct regular presentations and trainings to build rapport and relationship with customers and support staff;Independently formulate, solicit, analyze and award complex invitations for bids and requests for proposals including collaboration of requirements;Schedule, conduct and direct pre-bid meetings and site visits;Schedule, conduct and direct oral presentations, evaluate bids and proposals and make awards;Review Shopping Carts and create purchase orders on a day to day basis;Other job duties as assigned.

Greater Denver Area

• Assures Department contracting activities are conducted appropriately and consistently and applies knowledge of all relevant and applicable laws, including the State Constitution, Fiscal Rules, Procurement Code/Rules, State Code and Regulations, generally accepted contracting practices, Personnel Rules, and other State and/or Departmental recommended policies and guidelines for drafting, negotiation, and execution of Department contracts, interagency agreements, intergovernmental agreements, leases, amendments, task orders, option letters, and other associated documents.• Drafts initial contracts, leases, and interagency/governmental agreements. Works with and trains Department and Division representatives to assure contracts, leases, and interagency/governmental agreements are properly and timely prepared. • Decides what information is needed in the "Statement of Work" by editing and revising into contract agreement terms information provided by program managers and/or vendors.• Represents the Department of Natural Resources interests, and assists with interpretation of statute, code, policies, rules, guidelines, and contract terms towards resolving Department questions that may arise during the formal review/approval process by the Department of Personnel Administration, Office of the State Controller, the Governor's Office of Information Technology, the Attorney General, and/or other external reviewers.• Represents the Department of Natural Resources by attending various division meetings as requested, participating in trainings, Procurement Advisory Council meetings, involvement with State Purchasing and Contracts Office, vendor meetings, and Central Contracts Improvement Team Meetings.• Participated in multiple Lean Business Process Improvement projects• Completes all required Department trainings.• Signs and approves contracts as a Controller Delegate

Manage everyday warehouse activities with supervision of drivers and warehouse employees.Supervise and coordinate the handling of inbound and outbound materials. Manage tool inventory totaling 2.5 million dollars.Developed and managed tool inventory system used in tracking daily equipment costs.Oversees tool repairs and ensures cost effectiveness of repair. Management of all aspects of vehicle fleet consisting of over 100 vehicles.Confer with department heads to ensure coordination of warehouse activities such as production, sales, and purchasing. Standardized the use of ISO policies regarding warehouse procedures.Enforce adherence to OSHA policies and procedures.Coordination with fabrication departments for prompt delivery of all materials and tools.Purchase all consumables and tool-related items per inventory guidelines.Issue purchase order to vendors using in-house accounting software.Manage all company buildings and provide ground maintenance.Coordination of all third-party rentals (i.e. forklifts, scissor-lifts, office trailers, and conex’s).Provide training and certification for employees on forklifts and scissor-lifts. Certified to train and inspect all fall protection systems.Maintain good working relationships with vendors and subcontractors.Development and maintenance of gauge calibration testing equipment.Responsible for job site set-up including, but not limited to, job site trailer and furnishings, equipment, tools, special equipment, electronics, etc.Responsible for job site demobilization.Availability after hours for maintenance and equipment needs.Supervised transition to a bar code system to improve Warehouse operations

Fort Riley, Kansas

Responsible for all aspects of property accountability within the organization to maintain 100% accountability of over 53,000 items valued in excess of $321M. Thorough knowledge and understanding of PBUSE procedures and conducts causative analysis daily to maintain 100% accuracy of property book records. Responsible for functional expertise in the areas of logistic, supply management, property book management, movement control, plan, coordinate, monitor, and execute logistics preparation, sustainment, and battle tracking for all operations. Brigade Command Supply Discipline Program Monitor responsible for ensuring six subordinate Battalions and 30 Unit level logistics operations are in compliance with regulatory guidelines, local policies, and Standard Operating Procedures. Develop and implement property accountability and support operations training for 85 personnel in a multi-echelon organization to support over 4,000 personnel. Brigade Government Purchase Card Billing Official and ensures all purchases comply with the proper standards of use and regulatory guidelines. Routinely interprets Policies, Regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures to direct staff in assigned functional areas of responsibility.Issue guidance and directs subordinate organizations to perform within mission statements.Write Policies, Orders, and Standard Operating Procedures for assigned organization.Write Performance Reports and Evaluations on assigned personnel. Direct assignments for newly assigned personnel and reassignments for existing personnel.Monitor contractor performance and served as the Contracting Officer Representative.Inspect and evaluate unit arms room procedures to ensure 100% accountability, organization maintenance, and physical security requirements are maintained on all sensitive items.Awarded the Meritorious Service Medal and Army Commendation Medal for extraordinary performance and leadership as the Senior Logistics Adviser.

Fort Lee, Virginia

Hand selected to serve as a primary instructor at the FT Lee Warrior Training Facility. Selected to serve as a primary instructor and evaluator for the annual Department of the Army’s Best Warrior Competition. Responsible for the training of over 2,200 personnel annually and directly supervised seven Senior Non-Commissioned Officer’s as Small Group Leaders. Routinely conducted briefings to General Officers and Senior Military Commanders on the tactics, techniques, and procedures of Combat Skills Training performed. Received distinction within the Quartermaster Regiment for significant contributions and superior performance and awarded the Honorable Order of St. Martin Medallion. Reviewed and developed Training Support Packages consistent with the Program of Instruction to maximize the quality of information and training.Served as the Combined Arms Support Command representative for Warrior and Combat Skills training. Determined requirements for training, facilities, space, equipment, visual aids, and supplies to support military training requirements, and monitored the training program to ensure effective use of support items.Planed and organized phases of training, student flow, and assignments, consistent with available facilities.Prepared and maintained files and records pertinent to military training and academic assessment of students.Instruct indoor and outdoor military training subjects using demonstration- performance and lecture methods.Conducted periodic inspections of training activities and assisted training units in correcting training deficiencies.Conducted student evaluations on class sizes ranging from 16-40 students and evaluated academic, leadership, teamwork, and communication abilities. Awarded 2-Meritorious Service Medal, 1-Army Commendation Medals, for extraordinary performance as a Senior Instructor.

Germany, Colorado, Korea, Texas, Virgina, Iraq

Maintained 100% accountability of all property listed on Organizational, Intelligence, Installation, and Furniture Management Office Property Book Records.Responsible for managing the Command Supply Discipline Program; receive, inspect, inventory, store, issue, deliver and turns-in of supplies and equipment.Government Purchase Cardholder for organization.Ensure critical assets are on hand or order; monitors all sensitive items and unit inventories; secure and control all sensitive items including weapons and ammunition.Responsible for the accounting of Property Book Records ranging from $12M-$50M worth of equipment.Posts transactions to organizational property books and supporting transaction files; manage and accounts for Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment.Assign duties, instruct, and supervise subordinates in proper work techniques and procedures.Plan and analyze operational data and reports to ascertain degree of conformity with established policies, work standards, and procedural directives.Inspect and evaluates inventory management activities.Direct supply personnel in establishment and maintenance of supply and inventory control management functions.Prepare reports on personnel and equipment availability, storage space, relocation of materiel, and warehouse denials.Trained, coached, and mentored subordinate personnel in all facets of property management.Platoon Sergeant for 53 Soldiers responsible for individual training, collective training, technical training, and the health and welfare of subordinates.Conducted multiple changes of Responsible Officer’s with zero loss of property.Well versed in assembly, disassembly, load, unload, and functions check of M4, M16A2, M240, M240B, MK-19, .50 Cal, and 9MM weapon systems.

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