Drafted, analyzed, reviewed a variety of contracts relating to the operation of the Health Department. These contracts included but were not limited to grants, memorandum of understandings, interagency agreements, leases, services, supply agreements and other documents to ensure the proper legal terms and conditions were included while also mitigating risk for the department. This work involved an in-depth analysis of contractual language, financial proposals, and scope of work content to… Show more Drafted, analyzed, reviewed a variety of contracts relating to the operation of the Health Department. These contracts included but were not limited to grants, memorandum of understandings, interagency agreements, leases, services, supply agreements and other documents to ensure the proper legal terms and conditions were included while also mitigating risk for the department. This work involved an in-depth analysis of contractual language, financial proposals, and scope of work content to ensure compliance with regulation, legislation, and sound business and fiscal practices. Emphasis was on analyzing contractual documents, negotiating them with outside parties, applying independent professional judgement, and processing these contracts through full execution of the documents. This position required interaction with various internal user departments and accounting staff to ensure proper funding was allocated. Responsible for supervising the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment and services. Served as primary point of contact on all contracts and Executive Actions. Supervise the mail delivery drivers for the Health Department. Oversaw the maintenance operations of eight administrative buildings. Show less

Provide consulting service to manufactures and business’s by negotiating, analyzing, preparing and revising all requirements and provisions in contracts, including terms and conditions, to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, company policies and procedures.Analyze a contract’s risk in order to mitigate company risk in commercial contracts valued at 100M+ for manufacturers of anti-wear oils and lubricants used in the Automotive, Motorcycle, Trucking, Rail, Marine, Sporting… Show more Provide consulting service to manufactures and business’s by negotiating, analyzing, preparing and revising all requirements and provisions in contracts, including terms and conditions, to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, company policies and procedures.Analyze a contract’s risk in order to mitigate company risk in commercial contracts valued at 100M+ for manufacturers of anti-wear oils and lubricants used in the Automotive, Motorcycle, Trucking, Rail, Marine, Sporting Goods, Military, Oil & Gas and other lubricant related markets. Show less

Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial contracts valued at $500M + for the purchase of goods and services.  Assess business opportunities from a contractual risk perspective. Analyze and draft legal provisions, including indemnity, limitation of liability, disclaimers, insurance, warrantees, etc. Provide direction and recommendations and make sound decisions on business matters in order to mitigate company risk. Ensure timely response to… Show more Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial contracts valued at $500M + for the purchase of goods and services.  Assess business opportunities from a contractual risk perspective. Analyze and draft legal provisions, including indemnity, limitation of liability, disclaimers, insurance, warrantees, etc. Provide direction and recommendations and make sound decisions on business matters in order to mitigate company risk. Ensure timely response to business partners and suppliers in support of business opportunities. Provide contractual business leadership and training to field personnel and operational management. Identify and implement best practices and contract policy and procedural improvements. Ensure the internal procedures involving business partners and suppliers are protective of company’s interests while being flexible enough not to hinder the flow of business. Interface with and serve as a liaison to Legal, Risk Management, Information Security (IT), Insurance, Treasury, Taxes, and other cross-functional departments. Working knowledge of insurance and bonds in operations and legal/commercial agreements. Strong knowledge of contract formation, development, execution, implementation and administration. Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to staff and suppliers. Show less

Plan and direct the acquisition and Contract Administration activities for approximately 200 contracts annually for services, equipment, parts and small construction projects in support of the daily operations of the organization. Directly supervise the Contract Administration Department. Conduct annual performance reviews of staff. Demonstrated history of a strong knowledge of legal and commercial contract language, strong interpersonal skills with management and staff personnel… Show more Plan and direct the acquisition and Contract Administration activities for approximately 200 contracts annually for services, equipment, parts and small construction projects in support of the daily operations of the organization. Directly supervise the Contract Administration Department. Conduct annual performance reviews of staff. Demonstrated history of a strong knowledge of legal and commercial contract language, strong interpersonal skills with management and staff personnel, identifying process improvements, successful project management and educate workforce to complete initiatives, service acquisitions, major capital equipment and delivered projects on-time and within budget. Initiate and oversee the contract bidding process, bid solicitation, award and contract execution of services, small construction projects, capital equipment, and materials valued at $300M + annually. Major procurements included the purchase of Light Rail Vehicles, Buses and Diesel Fuel. Ensure compliance with company Policies, Procedures and Governmental Regulations. Oversee the administration of approximately 200 contracts annually, which include the negotiation, processing and administration of Change Orders. Handle contract disputes and bid protests, while regularly working with legal counsel to reduce the potential for unnecessary litigation. Ability to interact effectively as either a leader or as a member of a team and work collaboratively with other departments. Ability to adapt to changing assignments and multiple priorities, ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines. Prepare and frequently present, monthly board resolution to Board of Directors to award various contracts. Superior organization, prioritization, problem solving, analytical and self-motivational skills. Hire and train Contract Administrators, while implementing staff development programs to ensure long term employee growth. Show less

Oversee and assign general procurement projects and related activities to staff; supervise activities of Buyers. Oversee the contract bidding process, pre-bid conference and public bid openings. Maintain and update Policy & Procedure Manual in purchasing related areas above the contract bid threshold; ensuring consistency with proper contracting procedures and governmental regulations. Interact with all departments in order to identify procurement requirements and to secure… Show more Oversee and assign general procurement projects and related activities to staff; supervise activities of Buyers. Oversee the contract bidding process, pre-bid conference and public bid openings. Maintain and update Policy & Procedure Manual in purchasing related areas above the contract bid threshold; ensuring consistency with proper contracting procedures and governmental regulations. Interact with all departments in order to identify procurement requirements and to secure quality material and services through the most cost effective manner. Develop new sources for products and services; dispose of excess, obsolete or hazardous material in a cost effective and safe manner. Work to resolve contract disputes with contractors and end users in a fair, reasonable and cost effective manner. Show less

Coordinate all company purchases up to the public bid threshold level annually, at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity and specifications required on services, maintenance, repair, and operating “MRO” material. Maintain a good company image and supplier relationship through daily business contacts and sales representative interviews. Review invoices and resolve discrepancies when encountered. Issue purchase orders to authorize personnel within the company who… Show more Coordinate all company purchases up to the public bid threshold level annually, at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity and specifications required on services, maintenance, repair, and operating “MRO” material. Maintain a good company image and supplier relationship through daily business contacts and sales representative interviews. Review invoices and resolve discrepancies when encountered. Issue purchase orders to authorize personnel within the company who have buying Authority. Conduct telephone surveys to evaluate specifications on a single bid response to solicitations. Conduct market research to develop a broader base of bidders and monitor Vendor performance. Show less

Detect open orders beyond the guaranteed delivery requirement. Collect and post expediting data, through the review of contract, purchase orders, receiving reports and order acknowledgements, in order to accelerate delivery of material or services. Assist Buyers by obtaining verbal and written quotations. Research alternate sources of supply to reduce stock outages. Conduct a limited amount of buying. Contact Vendors and sales representatives on a daily basis. Assist Inventory Control… Show more Detect open orders beyond the guaranteed delivery requirement. Collect and post expediting data, through the review of contract, purchase orders, receiving reports and order acknowledgements, in order to accelerate delivery of material or services. Assist Buyers by obtaining verbal and written quotations. Research alternate sources of supply to reduce stock outages. Conduct a limited amount of buying. Contact Vendors and sales representatives on a daily basis. Assist Inventory Control personnel as needed. Reconcile inventory levels and make adjustments as required. Show less