elizabeth barbee

* Managed the procurement process and ensured District purchases met all legal requirements while increasing efficiency, enhancing internal relations with District employees, and improving the user experience for both internal customers and vendors. * Streamlined and organized the existing system for maintaining and updating purchasing data. * Facilitated improvements to purchasing software and worked with Technology Department and software provider to implement enhancements. * Initiated and coordinated the creation of a searchable vendor database, increasing efficiency for employees. * Administered budget codes, approval chains, and user IDs to ensure continuous operation of electronic purchase order system. * Managed procurement process including writing solicitation documents, conducting bid evaluations and recommending contract awards. * Established and maintained good working relationships with District personnel and vendors by providing excellent customer service.

* Played a key role in the mobilization of the Texas Tollways Project, a four-year, $55 million TxDOT contract, by purchasing all materials and services required for the establishment of ten locations including offices, toll plazas and the TxTAG Customer Service Center. * Managed the bidding process for material and services procurements. * Negotiated, drafted and prepared contract documents. * Supported and interfaced with project and executive management teams, client, subcontractors, and staff to ensure all procurement requirements are met on time and within budget. * Administered all contracts, insurance certificates, project files and vendor records. * Established procurement processes and procedures for multiple offices and toll plazas. * Produced monthly reports and spreadsheets for client and project management.