I am a skilled and versatile Contracts Manager with extensive success in contract negotiation and contract lifecycle management. I have successfully managed and executed contracts for multiple industry types, such as healthcare, non-profits, governmental agencies, research, pharmaceutical companies, professional services, and education. I excel at navigating diverse and complex contracts, reducing risk, and ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes for all parties involved. In my most recent role at Accellacare, I managed the clinical contracts for global trials, collaborating with pharmaceutical companies, clinical operations, and legal teams. Previously, I supported the federal civilian community at SAIC, handling contractual requirements for various US government agencies and industry partners. Before that, I was promoted to Lead Contract Manager at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where I led a team of six direct reports and oversaw negotiations and processes for hundreds of contracts. In all of these roles, I demonstrated my attention to detail, analytical skills, and process improvement strategies. I am also committed to building strong and lasting relationships with customers, partners, and clients, while ensuring the success and compliance of the organizations I work with.Core competencies include:• Understanding contract terms and conditions• Negotiation tactics and planning• Influencing and persuading• Risk management• Financial analysis• Handling conflicts and dispute resolution• Understanding contract law• Relationship management• Team Collaboration• Ethical Judgment• Mentoring• Effective communication