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 Reviewed data files received to identify gaps in information provided by the business and encourage timely follow-up to ensure proper information is received. Prepared appropriate (daily, weekly, monthly) reports from SharePoint to communicate results of vendor and third-party performance. Monitored businesses reporting activities to support proper Vendor Management reporting activities to and from businesses. Assisted in Disaster Recovery project for Risk Management by updating and distributing document to management. Served as primary point of contact between management, personnel, clients and vendors.

 Promoted rapidly from Business Consulting Assistant to Contract Specialist Reviewed, drafted, and assisted with negotiating Statement of Work (SOW), Amendments, Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), Termination and Renewal Letters in an effort to mitigate risk and increase exposure to existing products and services with the aim in increasing revenue and developing new products and services.  Earned distinction as department go-to person for SOW review. Balanced the diverse needs of multiple business professionals under strict timelines. Assisted Risk Management with audit requests.

Mettawa, Illinois

 Assisted management and personnel with defining requirements for improving current processes through maintaining thorough documentation and testing of solutions upon implementation. Reviewed and processed NDAs and SOWs. Coordinated all necessary resources to ensure timely and successful completion of projects. Maintained, populated and managed contracts online utilizing the Ariba database. Trained purchasing professionals on the utilization of the Ariba database management tool.

Chicago, Illinois

 Scheduled interviews and verified employment of all potential candidates. Conducted new-hire orientation meetings to explain organization structure. Managed record keeping for benefits, application, and training of all employees. Processed check requests, expense reports, and customer service support. Worked as a liaison between Accounting and Bookkeeping to balance all payroll records. Prepared and distributed written information to inform employees of benefits’ programs. Performed in-house payroll thru ADP and Report Smith. Processed insurance claims (Blue Cross Blue Shield, Vision Service Plan and Great-West 401k).

Chicago, Illinois

• Provided executive-level administrative support to the President and CEO/CFO with a demonstrated ability to improvise, improve procedures and meet demanding deadlines.• Coordinated and maintained weekly attendance and annual vacation records.• Implemented effective follow-up systems to ensure all projects and tasks remained on schedule.• Liaison between all impacted departments to ensure proper communications and reporting practices.• Facilitated a broad range of administrative functions, including database maintenance, travel arrangements, department meetings, calendar management and business correspondence.• Maintained confidential and non-confidential information of office files and records.• Answered phones and direct all incoming calls to appropriate party promptly and efficiently.

Chicago, Illinois

 Maintained files, including filing of general ledger journal vouchers, accounts payable documentation, and other miscellaneous filings. Maintained regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions. Informed management of area activities and any significant problems.