Heather Obora, MBA
About Heather Obora, MBA
Heather Obora, MBA, serves as the Owner and CEO of Acquisition Corps, LLC and is the Director of Contracts, Procurement, and Inventory at the Jacksonville Transportation Authority. With extensive experience in supply chain management across healthcare and quasi-government sectors, she demonstrates strong skills in negotiation, budgeting, and change management.
Work at Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Heather Obora serves as the Director of Contracts, Procurement, and Inventory at the Jacksonville Transportation Authority since 2021. In this role, she oversees the procurement processes and inventory management, ensuring efficient operations within the transportation sector. Her responsibilities include negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships, which are essential for maintaining service quality and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Aptive Resources
Prior to her current position, Heather Obora worked as a Senior Associate at Aptive Resources from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, she contributed to various projects, leveraging her expertise in procurement and supply chain management to support the organization's objectives. Her role involved collaborating with teams to enhance operational processes and improve service delivery.
Educational Background
Heather Obora holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Concentration in Accounting from California State University, Bakersfield, where she studied from 1989 to 1991. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Maryville University of Saint Louis, completing her studies in 2019. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her extensive career in management and procurement.
Leadership Roles and Achievements
Heather Obora has held several leadership positions throughout her career, including Vice President of Supply Chain Management at Inova Health System and Chief Procurement Officer at both the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and Chicago Public Schools. Her leadership roles have focused on enhancing operational efficiency and team building, demonstrating her capability in change management and strategic planning.
Expertise in Supply Chain Management
Heather Obora possesses demonstrated expertise in negotiation, budgeting, and supply chain management. Her extensive experience spans both healthcare and quasi-government industries, which informs her current role in transportation. She has a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and building effective teams, which are critical components of her leadership approach.