Maria Thompson

Experience

• 

  University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  Sept 2010 - Aug 2011

  Procurement Specialist - University Purchasing
• 

  University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  Oct 2011 - now

  Assisted colleges and departments in the development and review of specifications and bidding requirements for fundamental solicitations and contract documents. Determined the best method for procuring goods and services in accordance with procurement regulations and guidelines. Negotiated pricing and contractual terms and conditions that are in the best interests of the University, assuring that necessary rules and regulations are employed in the contract process, and necessary legal requirements are incorporated into all agreements. Documented the sourcing and contracting process, ensuring rules, regulations, policies, and procedures are followed. Acted as a liaison with colleges and departments to provide assistance and guidance during the evaluation phase of routine procurements. Conducted financial analysis of all proposals submitted by third parties and reviews departmental recommendations for consistency and accuracy for submission to senior staff for approval.Provided guidance to University colleges and departments regarding standard purchasing procedures, as well as state, federal and University rules and regulationsParticipated in research associated with market trends of commodities and services and with the review of price index publications in order to assess fair market values of goods and services. Worked with the campus community to identify procurement opportunities and collaborate with other procurement professionals to develop sourcing strategies and initiate bids/requests for proposals that are in the best interest of the University. Coordinated and conducted pre-bid/pre-proposal meetings and other procurement related activities to provide an overview of the project, clarified procurement processes and procedures, and facilitated vendor networking Show less

  • Procurement Manager-Facilities & Services

    Jun 2012 - now

  • Contract Coordinator - Univerisity Purchasing

    Oct 2011 - Jun 2012