DUKAGJIN (Duke) BASHA
Procurement
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
PERSONAL SUMMARY
Experienced leader with a track record of developing and motivating teams. Reliable, capable, and enthusiastic, with strong communication, math, and time management skills. Seeking a rewarding opportunity for career development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Procurement and Contracts Manager
Town of
Palm Beach, FL
03.2017 - Current
- Supervised a team of procurement professionals
- Prepared complex solicitation packages for various services and goods
- Conducted price analyses and tabulation sheets
- Facilitated selection committee meetings
- Prepared agenda items and memos for Town Council
- Administered contracts and purchase orders
- Managed vendor performance surveys and contract closeouts
Purchasing Agent
City of
Delray Beach, FL
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Prepared solicitations and conducted price analyses
- Facilitated selection committee meetings
- Administered contracts and purchase orders
- Managed contract closeouts
Procurement Agent /Team Supervisor
United States Embassy Pristina
02.2007 - 07.2016
- Supervised procurement team and purchasing process
- Prepared solicitation packages and conducted price and cost analyses
- Coordinated pre-award negotiations and determined procurement actions
- Administered contracts and vendor performance
General Service Assistant
States Embassy Pristina
08.2003 - 02.2007
- Supervised staff and managed property leases
- Served as liaison between General Service Officer and contractors
- Managed property inventory and served as backup for Maintenance Supervisor
Education
Graduated Electrical Engineer - undefined
University of Pristina
Certified Public Accountant, Society of Certified Accountants and Audits of Kosovo - undefined
Skills
- AREAS OF EXPERTISE/SKILLS
- Entire procurement process, including solicitation and contract award
- Price and cost analyses
- Tabulation sheets
- Market surveys
- Negotiations
- Contract and contract administration
- Purchase orders
- Supply chain management
- Property and warehouse management
- Inventory control
Strategic sourcing
Supplier relationship management
E-procurement systems
Spend analysis
Budget planning
Contract lifecycle management
Request for proposal management
Procurement strategy development
Cross-functional team leadership
New vendor setup
Performance improvement
Price negotiation
Cost analysis
Market analysis
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Time management
Accomplishments
- Extensive trainings in procurement, contracting, management, and leadership
- CERTIFICATIONS
- CPPB, Certified Professional Public Buyer, by UPPCC, Universal Public Procurement Certification Council
- CPP, Certified Procurement Professional, by NIGP, National Institute of Government Purchasing
Additional Information
- AWARDS , Meritorious Honor Award, Franklin Award, Certificate of Appreciations, Extra Mile Awards, etc. 2020, 2022, and 2023 Annul Award by NPI, National Procurement Institute, 2022 and 2023 Annual Award by FAPPO, Florida Association of Public Procurement Officials and 2023 Sterling Award (all group awards) for excellence in procurement profession.
Work Preference
Important To Me
Company CultureFlexible work hoursCareer advancementWork-life balanceTimeline
Assistant Procurement and Contracts Manager
Town of
03.2017 - Current
Purchasing Agent
City of
08.2016 - 12.2016
Procurement Agent /Team Supervisor
United States Embassy Pristina
02.2007 - 07.2016
General Service Assistant
States Embassy Pristina
08.2003 - 02.2007
Graduated Electrical Engineer - undefined
University of Pristina
Certified Public Accountant, Society of Certified Accountants and Audits of Kosovo - undefined
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