Experienced Public-Sector Procurement Specialist
Resume:
Dorice Liggons-Blackshear
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Procurement and Supply Chain professional with more than 10 years of experience leading strategic sourcing, contract management, supplier relationships, competitive procurement, and cross-functional operations within public-sector organizations. Experienced managing procurement teams, developing sourcing strategies, negotiating vendor agreements, overseeing RFP/RFQ/RFB processes, and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to executive leadership. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management at the University of Michigan–Dearborn with a strong interest in healthcare supply chain consulting and operational transformation.
EDUCATION:
The University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI
Bachelor of Business Administration Expected Graduation: December 2028
Major: Supply Chain Management
Wayne County Community College District August 2024
Completed Courses for the global supply chain management program at WCCCD earning a supply chain certificate.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Detroit Housing Commission Detroit, MI
Procurement Manager August 2021 – June 2024
Led strategic sourcing and procurement activities supporting multiple departments through competitive
solicitations, contract negotiations, and vendor management.
Supervised a team of procurement professionals responsible for purchasing goods and services that
supported agency operations and resident safety.
Managed the full procurement lifecycle, including development of RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs/RFBs from
planning through contract award and administration.
Developed procurement strategies that promoted competition, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective
purchasing decisions.
Built and maintained strong supplier relationships while monitoring vendor performance and contract
compliance.
Prepared executive reports and procurement performance metrics, including KPIs, for presentation to the
Board of Commissioners.
Collaborated with department leaders to identify purchasing needs, improve procurement processes, and
resolve sourcing challenges.
Ensured compliance with federal, state, and agency procurement regulations.
Inkster Housing Commission Inkster, MI
Procurement Manager May 2019 – August 2021
Determined sourcing strategies competitive procurements for RFBs, RFPs and RFQs.
Developed several solicitations for vendor selection and contract execution and management.
Managed a team of buyers to assist with procurements to maintain the safety and well-being of agency clients.
Manage several projects to maintain the health and safety of all visitors and residents
Conducted bi-annual inventory for all appliances to prepare for future work orders.
Truck and Tow and More Detroit, MI
Purchasing/Sales Agent September 2013 – May 2019
Purchased all materials for the company
Conducted inventories for all products to prevent interruption of sales flow
Monitored product inventory and logistics
Trained new employees in customer service and sales
SKILLS:
Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management,
Competitive Bidding, Vendor Negotiation, RFP/RFQ/RFB Development, Procurement
Compliance, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Operations, KPI Reporting, Spend
Analysis, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project Coordination, Team
Leadership, AS 400, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Yardi, Elite,
BidNet, AS400
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