Northern Mariana Islands

Director Biography
Geraldine T. Cruz serves as the Director of Procurement Services for the CNMI Department of Finance, bringing over 27 years of combined experience in government procurement, contract administration, and small business operations. She oversees all procurement and logistics functions for government departments, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and promoting efficiency, transparency, and accountability across public purchasing activities.
Throughout her career, she has demonstrated strong leadership in strategic procurement planning, contract negotiations, surplus property management, and procurement dispute resolution. Prior to her current role, she held several key positions within the Procurement Division, including Acting Director and Manager of Administrative Services. She also has extensive experience as a small business owner, having successfully managed a property rental business for over two decades.
Her approach to procurement emphasizes integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and she regularly represents her division in interagency coordination efforts, strategic planning discussions, and professional development initiatives. She holds multiple certifications and has completed training in governmental accounting, contract and procurement fraud prevention, and effective audit resolution.
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