Rosetta Butler, CPPB, CMPO

Experience

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  Norfolk Public Schools

  Dec 2005 - Jun 2007

  Procurement Coordinator
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  Norfolk State University

  Jun 2007 - Jan 2013

  Associate Director of Procurement
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  Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services

  Mar 2013 - Aug 2016

  Deputy Executive Director

  Assist Procurement Director in managing and directing the overall procurement functions within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Office of Procurement Services to include managing day-to-day activities, soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, awarding and administering contracts; reviewing and analyzing purchase requisitions and determining the most appropriate procurement method to use; determining the basis of award and evaluation criteria, developing contract specifications, preparing Request for Proposals and Invitation for Bids, conducting pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences, attend Board of Public works meeting and enforcing contract compliance with State programs such as Emaryland Marketplace, Minority Business Program and Small Business Reserve Program. Show less

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  Baltimore County Government

  Aug 2016 - Nov 2024

  Chief of Purchasing and Disbursements

  Chief of Purchasing work expressly within logistics, planning and purchasing to ensure the consistency, cost-effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy of the procurement process. Responsible for overseeing and facilitating the purchasing strategy, supervising teams of subordinate staff in purchasing, operations and logistics, and ensuring all employees and processes meet the County's standards and designations for work quality. Establish essential guidelines for approving purchase orders, set purchasing policies, manage inventory, budget for materials and continuously consider stock requirements, skills and account balances. While managing purchasing processes and results, collaborate initiatives for cost-reduction. Show less

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  University of Maryland Baltimore County

  Nov 2024 - now

  Executive Director of Procurement and Strategic Sourcing

  As a dedicated procurement professional with over 20 years of experience spanning K-12, higher education, and government sectors, I am honored to serve as the Executive Director of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). This role allows me to bring my passion for fostering relationships, driving operational excellence, and championing diversity and inclusion to the UMBC community.I lead a team of six procurement professionals and manage a $160M procurement portfolio. My focus is on delivering excellence in supplier selection, contract negotiation, and vendor management while driving initiatives that enhance technological utilization and streamline processes.This position reflects my commitment to fostering relationships, delivering impactful solutions, and contributing to the dynamic and inclusive environment at UMBC. Show less