Johnny B. Shaw, Jr., MBA
About Johnny B. Shaw, Jr., MBA
Johnny B. Shaw, Jr. is a Procurement Manager at the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority, where he has worked since 2017. He holds an MBA and a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, and has extensive experience in procurement and purchasing across various organizations.
Work at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
Johnny B. Shaw, Jr. has served as the Procurement Manager at the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) since 2017. In this role, he has full oversight of various business units, including Purchasing and Contracts, Fleet Management, Inventory Management and Control, and Fixed Assets Management and Control. He participates in the development and administration of the annual budget in accordance with Housing Authority standards. Shaw ensures compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local purchasing requirements, as well as SNRHA’s administrative policies and procedures. His responsibilities include selecting vendors, assessing vendor capabilities, developing alternate sources, and evaluating vendor performance.
Education and Expertise
Johnny B. Shaw, Jr. holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design for Men's and Women's Apparel from the Louise Salinger Academy of Fashion and Merchandising, where he studied from 1979 to 1984. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Phoenix, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. His educational background supports his extensive experience in procurement and management.
Professional Background
Before joining SNRHA, Johnny B. Shaw, Jr. held several key positions in procurement and operations. He worked as the Director of Purchasing & Business Services at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority from 2012 to 2015. Prior to that, he served as Purchasing Manager/Budget Analyst at Arcata Associates from 2007 to 2012. Shaw also held the position of Regional Purchasing Manager at NEXTEL Communications Inc. from 2001 to 2005 and was a Senior Operations Manager at Bank of America from 1989 to 1995. His career began with a role as Contracts Administrator/Purchasing Analyst at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas from 2005 to 2007.
Achievements in Procurement Management
In his current role as Procurement Manager at SNRHA, Johnny B. Shaw, Jr. has demonstrated significant expertise in vendor management and procurement processes. He is responsible for selecting vendors, assessing their capabilities, and developing alternate sources. His role requires a thorough understanding of compliance with purchasing requirements and administrative policies, which he effectively manages. Shaw's extensive experience in various procurement roles has contributed to his ability to oversee multiple business units within SNRHA.