Duane Tucker, Cppb, MBA
About Duane Tucker, Cppb, MBA
Duane Tucker is the Director of Strategic Procurement at the University of Colorado, where he has worked since 2008. He leads a team focused on integrating business units and stakeholders in procurement across various key commodities.
Work at University of Colorado
Duane Tucker has served as the Director of Strategic Procurement at the University of Colorado since 2008. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to supporting the Strategic Procurement program. His responsibilities include integrating various business units and stakeholders to enhance procurement processes. Tucker oversees procurement duties across multiple key commodities, such as IT hardware and software, telecom, grants and contracts, library materials, and food services.
Education and Expertise
Duane Tucker holds an Executive MBA from the University of Colorado, which he completed from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the same institution. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in procurement and strategic management, enabling him to apply innovative approaches within his role.
Background
Tucker has been involved in strategic procurement for over 16 years at the University of Colorado in Denver, CO. His experience encompasses a broad range of procurement responsibilities, allowing him to effectively manage and optimize procurement strategies across various sectors within the university.
Achievements
Duane Tucker is motivated by the goal of enhancing the value of procurement through innovative and creative approaches. His leadership in the Strategic Procurement program reflects a commitment to driving change and creating value within the university's procurement processes.