Arthur L. Moore, Jr.
Springfield,IL
Summary
Dedicated Procurement Professional with exceptional relationship building abilities, highly-developed communication skills, and outstanding capabilities in complex problem-solving and conflict resolution. Well-versed in various procurement methods and excels at identifying creative procurement methods needed to help address complex end user/agency needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Procurement Officer
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICE - CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD
06.2017 - Current
- Authority for procurements for construction and construction-related services committed by law to the jurisdiction or responsibility of the Illinois Capital Development Board
- Ensure procurement practices are conducted in an ethical and economically efficient manner
- Conducted risk assessments for supply chain disruptions and implemented contingency plans accordingly to minimize impact on business operations.
- Appoint State Purchasing Officers to function with delegated procurement authority and supervise that authority
- Develop procurement rules and procedures in accordance with the Illinois Procurement Code
- Communicate with the public, vendors, governmental units, and State officials in public meetings, hearings and other matters associated with procurement activities
- Ensure coordination of procurement activities with procurement related initiatives such as diversity and green programs
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and continuously improve procurement skills.
Senior State Purchasing Officer
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICE - GENERAL SERVICES
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Advise Chief Procurement Officer - General Services regarding policy changes and complex procurement approaches
- Review Master Contracts and Health Insurance Solicitations for Central Management Services
- Supervise State Purchasing Officers Overseeing 36 State Agencies
- Train new State Purchasing Officers and Agency staff on procurement process and process changes
- Develop strong working relationships with Agency Directors
Agency Purchasing Officer/Section Manager
ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
12.2011 - 02.2016
- Respond to legislative inquiries about Agency procurements
- Serve as Agency Spokesperson on Behalf of Agency Director on all Procurement Related Matters
- Develop and maintain Agency procurement policies
- Prepare reports regarding contract status and goal/set-aside spend
- Participate in outreach activities regarding Agency contracting and initiatives
- Supervise procurement staff
- Conduct market research to determine appropriate pricing
- Prepare professional presentations
- Organize and prioritize projects
State Purchasing Officer
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICE - GENERAL SERVICES
09.2010 - 11.2011
- Responsible for overseeing the bidding process
- Maintain proper flow of communication between Agency management and procurement staff
- Oversee all Agency procurement activities
- Grant and deny approval at various stages of the procurement process
- Review procurements for compliance with the Illinois Procurement Code
- Assist with development of Agency procurement policies
- Prepare reports necessary for management and understanding of procurement activities
- Review grant activities in the Remedy computer system for approval
Technical Manager III DBE Certification Analyst
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Review applications for compliance with the federal disadvantaged business enterprises program
- Conduct on-site interviews with applicant firms
- Review the city of Chicago's version of the federal disadvantaged business enterprises program
- Present application review findings and defend recommendations
- Compose letters explaining application review findings for distribution to applicant firms
Board of Education Member
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT 186
05.2007 - 09.2010
- Establish and Update Policies Governing the District
- Approve Contracts Awarded by the District
- Help Establish and Approve Yearly Budget
- Supervise and Evaluate Superintendent
- Approve Personnel Decisions
- Served as District's Voting Member to the Illinois Association of School Boards
- President of the Board of Education (5/09– 4/10): Established Meeting Agenda; Served on District's Bargaining Team; Served as Spokesperson for the Board of Education
Engineering Technician I - III
Illinois Department of Transportation
02.2002 - 05.2008
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, IL05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, IL12.2007
Skills
- Analytical Thinker
- Creative Problem Solver
- Procurement Policy Development
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Resourcefulness
- Decision-Making Strength
- Stakeholder Relations
- Team Leadership
- Bidding Processes
- Professional Communication Skills
- Recruitment and Training
- Strategic Sourcing
Accomplishments
- Transitioned the procurement process from paper based to digital.
- Conducted outreach events to help public entities navigate market volatility in the construction industry.
- Successfully implemented Agency specific contracts that have saved the State of Illinois over $100 million over a 10 year period.
- Implemented programs that increased small and diverse vendor participation in non-competitive procurements.
Certification
Universal Public Procurement Certification Council
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (Certification Number 11504)
- Certified Public Procurement Officer (Certification Number 12853)
National Institute of Government Procurement
- Certified Procurement Professional
Professional Organizations
Illinois Association of Public Procurement Official
- 01/2016 to 12/2019 - Association Treasurer
- 01/2020 to Present - Association President
NIGP
- 2016 Young Professional NIGP Forum Scholarship Recipient
- 2023 Ella Pierce Diversity and Inclusion Award Winner
- 02/2017 to 06/2022 - Talent Council Member
- 07/2020 to 06/2022 - Talent Council Chair
- 07/2020 to Present - Governing Board Member
References
References provided upon request
Timeline
Chief Procurement Officer
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICE - CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD
06.2017 - Current
Senior State Purchasing Officer
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICE - GENERAL SERVICES
02.2016 - 06.2017
Agency Purchasing Officer/Section Manager
ILLINOIS ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
12.2011 - 02.2016
State Purchasing Officer
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICE - GENERAL SERVICES
09.2010 - 11.2011
Technical Manager III DBE Certification Analyst
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
05.2008 - 09.2010
Board of Education Member
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT 186
05.2007 - 09.2010
Engineering Technician I - III
Illinois Department of Transportation
02.2002 - 05.2008
Master of Arts - Public Administration
University of Illinois At Springfield
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Illinois At Springfield
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