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CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Summary
Experienced Contract Specialist bringing over ten years of experience with contract administration. Expertise includes Contract Development, Contract Management, Negotiation (cost & contract terms), Relationship Management and satisfying deadlines.
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Experience
HcscMount Vernon , ILContract Specialist 09/2013 to Current
- Drafts contract documents and correspondence for legal review and presentation to senior management staff.
- Executes negotiation strategy for new contracts and amendments (aggregate savings exceeds $20M).
- Leads procurement and contract management of various initiatives according to agency guidelines.
- Builds strategic relationships with key stakeholders (Project Management, Engineering, Legal, Finance, Risk Management, Strategic Investment) to carry out daily operations and expedite problem-solving.
- Assesses active contracts for compliance and identifies potential areas of noncompliance.
- Prepares contract performance reports and spend analysis for management and other key stakeholders.
- Collaborates with internal clients to ensure technical scopes are compliant with Agency/Federal/State guidelines.
- Fields contractual inquires and requests from clients and various departments.
- Presides over vendor selection process.
- Monitors existing contracts for upcoming expiration dates, subsequently coordinating with appropriate channels for contract re-negotiation.
- Represents organization at various meetings to discuss contract status, risks and vendor obligations.
- Composes award recommendation memo for new contracts and amendments.
- Ensures vendor compliance with agency goals for Women, Minority, Veteran, Disabled Owned Businesses (MBE/WBE/SDVOB/DBE).
Royal Bank Of CanadaRaleigh , NCContract Administrator /Proposal Specialist06/2010 to 09/2013
- Managed contract administration for various types of releases under umbrella contracts in accordance with company policies and Federal Regulations (FAR / DFAR).
- Developed proposals by collaborating with specialists in other disciplines, including engineers, program management and product development.
- Co-authored Sector Contract Closeout Procedure.
- Drafted contract correspondence.
- Oversaw management of subcontractor Requests for Information (RFIs).
- Conducted strategic negotiations with government agencies for multi-million dollar change orders.
- Collaborated with various departments to develop technical and cost proposals.
- Evaluated contract performance data and prepared reports to be distributed to other key stakeholders.
- Attended trainings to enhance understanding of Contract Administration and Industry Best Practices.
- Represented company at meetings to discuss contractual obligations.
Citigroup Inc.Silver Spring , MDMortgage Specialist06/2009 to 06/2010
- Generated new business and boosted sales using extensive knowledge, target market penetration, partner relationships and customer care techniques.
- Trained sales team on internal processes and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with all key stakeholders to expedite processing of loan applications.
- Restructured, refined and enhanced operational procedures to increase profits and performance within competitive markets.
- Pre-Approved mortgage loans by examining applications and supporting documentation.
- Developed incentives to boost team morale, drive motivation, increase performance and retain top talent.
Destiny Funding CorporationCity , STATEMortgage Operations Manager05/2003 to 07/2009
- Led a diverse team consisting of sales representatives, loan processors and back end support staff.
- Managed company pipeline of mortgage loans from application to closing by coordinating file movements and negotiating pricing with lenders.
- Built strong rapport with new and existing B2B clients to better serve organizational needs and promote company loyalty.
- Analyzed mortgage applicants' financial status, credit and property evaluation to determine feasibility of granting loans.
- Generated income by executing complete sales cycle process from prospecting through contract negotiations and close.
- Articulated growth objectives and operating plans.
Education and Training
MBA:Business Administration12/2011Hofstra University, City, State
Bachelor of Science:Management Information Systems12/2002SUNY College At Oswego, City, State
Achievements & Interests
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite, PeopleSoft, ePrice, SPSS.
- Earned Northrop Grumman Corporation's Certificate of Recognition for Achieving Top Performance.
- World Commerce and Contracting (formerly IACCM), Member
- Beta Gamma Sigma International Honor Society, Member
- Phi Kappa Tau, Chapter President (2001), Board Chairman (2003)
- Presented on behalf of Northrop Grumman Corporation at Hofstra University's Recruiting Conference.
- Accomplished runner, indoor rock climber, triathlete and hiker.
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School Attended
- Hofstra University
- SUNY College At Oswego
Job Titles Held:
- Contract Specialist
- Contract Administrator /Proposal Specialist
- Mortgage Specialist
- Mortgage Operations Manager
Degrees
- MBA : Business Administration 12/2011
Bachelor of Science : Management Information Systems 12/2002
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