Ashlee Nelson
About Ashlee Nelson
Ashlee Nelson is a Category Manager II at LCRA, where she has worked since 2019, managing the Engineering and Architectural Services category. She has over 10 years of procurement experience and previously held positions at companies such as ACTIVE Network and Landmark Structures.
Work at LCRA
Ashlee Nelson has been employed at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) since 2019, currently holding the position of Category Manager II. In this role, she manages the Engineering and Architectural Services category. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Category Buyer at LCRA from 2018 to 2019. Her responsibilities include overseeing procurement processes and ensuring effective contract management within her category.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining LCRA, Ashlee Nelson held several positions in procurement and purchasing. She worked at ACTIVE Network as a Corporate Buyer II from 2015 to 2018, and at Landmark Structures as a Buyer and Travel and Expense Manager from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Procurement Specialist at PrimeSource Building Products from 2010 to 2011, and as an Inventory and Purchasing Coordinator at Truco Enterprises from 2011 to 2013. Her early career included a role as a Regional Support/Sales Administrative Assistant at Worldwide Express from 2008 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Ashlee Nelson studied at Idaho State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from 2005 to 2007. She also completed her secondary education at Lake Travis High School from 1999 to 2003. With over 10 years of experience in procurement, she has developed expertise in software implementation and contract management, as well as skills in drafting and managing Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
Procurement Experience
Ashlee Nelson has accumulated over a decade of procurement experience, primarily in the computer software and utilities industries. Her roles have involved significant responsibilities in purchasing, contract management, and vendor relations. She has demonstrated proficiency in managing complex procurement processes and has a strong background in overseeing various categories within organizations.