Roberto Newton

Roberto Newton is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience at the USDA since 1990, currently serving as Senior Procurement Executive, overseeing a $17.5 billion agricultural budget, grant programs, and supplier certification. Prior to this role, Roberto was a Senior Procurement Officer, focusing on commodity procurement and category sourcing strategies. At Yum! Brands from 1985 to 1989, Roberto held the position of Procurement Executive, where responsibilities included risk management and supplier relationship management. Roberto holds a Master of Science in Military National Resource Strategy and Policy from the National Intelligence University, an MBA from Columbia University, a Bachelor's degree in Business from the State University of New York at Fredonia, and a Bachelor in Liberal Arts and Sciences from SUNY Oneonta.