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Tina Walters

Naperville,IL

Summary

Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Procurement Officer

City of Wheaton
10.2018 - Current
  • Independently manages and directs the operational and administrative tasks for the Procurement department including developing scopes of work, preparing and issuing Bids/Request for Proposals, conducts price analysis, and identifies and implements cost savings opportunities; ensures procurement activities comply with city policies and legal and ethical standards.
  • Lead the integration of procurement processes from MS Access to Tyler Munis software.
  • Develops and maintains business relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Monitors the expenditures of grant funds to ensure appropriate audit trails are embedded in procurement processes for internal audit and performance management purposes.
  • Developed, implemented, and maintains the procurement operations policy manual and acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME).
  • Communicates effectively with senior management and project teams to identify needs, solutions, and ensure alignment with project scope; participates in negotiating favorable terms for purchases.
  • Conducts comprehensive risk assessments for all projects to ensure risk management controls are implemented.
  • Assists city attorney in preparing legal documents such as agreements and correspondence.

Procurement Officer II

City of Naperville
10.2015 - 04.2018
  • Established and maintained relationships with suppliers for construction and professional services totaling approximately $15M.
  • Managed competitive bidding processes to ensure fair pricing opportunities while maintaining high product quality; lead supplier pre-bid meetings, project debriefings and interviews; prepared procurement contracts; identified cooperative purchasing opportunities when appropriate; compiled and/or tracked various statistical data pertaining to departmental projects.
  • Ensured financial transactions met government guidelines and were in compliance with the City’s Procurement Code; prepared City Council agenda memos.
  • Provided reports to Senior Management on project status updates, problems, and budget compliance.
  • Communicated with internal stakeholders to understand project plans, status and any potential or actual delivery and quality issues.
  • Provided professional development training to staff on new Tyler Munis computer system.


Senior Buyer

Nicor Gas
01.2009 - 04.2010
  • Established and managed relationships with suppliers for direct and indirect spend totaling approximately $12M.
  • Conducted the Bid/RFQ/RFP process, analyzed and negotiated prices, awarded contracts/purchase orders; updated and maintained procurement policy and procedures manual; evaluated supplier proposals objectively, selecting partners based on total value rather than just price alone.
  • Managed contracts with suppliers, including drafting and reviewing agreements, creating reports, and facilitating invoices and payments; prepared cost analysis for commodities to ensure the best overall price.
  • Provided customer service to internal stakeholders to achieve maximum leverage by aligning short and long term category strategies, while ensuring alignment with department objectives.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for more effective procurement processes.

Buyer

Southwest Gas Corporation
12.1999 - 08.2004
  • Established and maintained relationships with suppliers for direct and indirect spend totaling approximately $10M; issued bids and purchase orders; negotiated multi-year pricing and supply agreements while proactively researching new opportunities for cost savings.
  • Collaborated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or billing discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
  • Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of the latest industry developments and maintain a strong professional network.
  • Worked closely with internal stakeholders to communicate and implement procurement strategies and procedures that provide best value and reduce costs.
  • Managed one Purchasing Representative; provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.


Education

Master of Public Administration -

University of Illinois
Springfield, IL

Bachelor of Arts, Social Science -

University of Nevada
Las Vegas, NV

Skills

  • Bid process management
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Document Preparation
  • Purchasing strategy
  • Project Management
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Expertise in DemandStar, Granicus, Lawson, MS Office, Oracle, SharePoint, Sungard Naviline, and Tyler Munis

Certification

Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) from Institute of Supply Management

Affiliations

  • Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
  • National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP)
  • Illinois Association of Public Procurement Officials (IAPPO)

Timeline

Procurement Officer

City of Wheaton
10.2018 - Current

Procurement Officer II

City of Naperville
10.2015 - 04.2018

Senior Buyer

Nicor Gas
01.2009 - 04.2010

Buyer

Southwest Gas Corporation
12.1999 - 08.2004

Master of Public Administration -

University of Illinois

Bachelor of Arts, Social Science -

University of Nevada

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