Job Transition: Alyce Benge Accepts Position in Arizona

Alyce Benge, CPPO

A long-time fixture in Washington state procurement circles, Alyce Benge, has accepted a position as the Purchasing Administrator for Arizona's third largest city.

Mesa, Arizona:  Alyce will begin her new duties as the Purchasing Administrator for Mesa, Arizona on May 21, 2012.  In her new job, she will lead a team of 12 buyers and other purchasing staff.

Leaving Port of Tacoma:  Her last day in her current position as the Purchasing Manager at the Port of Tacoma will be May 16, 2012.  Alyce is also the Vice President of the Washington State chapter of NIGP.  

Career History:  Her 25 year career in public procurement has included positions with the Issaquah School District, the State of Washington's Office of State Procurement, the Federal Way School District, Olympic College, and the City of Poulso.  She has a degree from the University of Washington.

Best Wishes:  Washington state's loss is Arizona's gain!  She plans to still attend the 2012 NIGP Forum that will be held in August in Seattle.

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