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Longview, Texas, United States

• Develop, communicate and maintain production schedules for all of LayMor's production line and fabrication, as well as the fabrication schedule for Capacity Truck of Longview, both of which are Specialty Divisions of the REV Group.• Align with supply chain, sales, and engineering to optimize production schedules and inventory levels.• Lead internal ERP project analysis, facilitating system updates, enhancements, and training.

Longview, Texas, United States

Production Scheduler for LayMor, a Commercial division of REV Group.

Longview, Texas, United States

Machinery Manufacturing Production

Golden Triangle Area

Hired by local companies to help review and expedite contracts for award by aiding in negotiating favorable terms to both contractor and owner in order to present the most favorable RFI / RFP / RFQ. Successful mitigation of risk and minimalization of expenses on a per-project basis.

Nederland, Texas

Oversaw contract management, site service administration, risk management, procurement, and sales. Directed daily administrative logistics, negotiated pre-litigation disputes and drafted contracts, subcontracts, sales agreements, consulting agreements, and non-disclosure agreements. Supported third-party legal firms in litigation claims, HSE, and SEC compliance reporting. Supervised various staff members. Implemented, customized and streamlined software programs focusing on operating… Show more Oversaw contract management, site service administration, risk management, procurement, and sales. Directed daily administrative logistics, negotiated pre-litigation disputes and drafted contracts, subcontracts, sales agreements, consulting agreements, and non-disclosure agreements. Supported third-party legal firms in litigation claims, HSE, and SEC compliance reporting. Supervised various staff members. Implemented, customized and streamlined software programs focusing on operating procedures, contract management, procurement, risk management, and site service administration.Business Strategies –★ Fostered the organization’s image by building awareness and understanding within the community of the organization’s business as well as developing good will through the company’s community-development program committee that delivered aid and assistance to local organizations and schools. ★ Safeguarded the continuity of business through crisis management training and procedures for employees ensuring operational preparedness during an emergency / disaster situation.★ Ensured integrity of the organization’s governance by serving as the corporate secretary as well as on the business management / leadership, SEC reporting disclosure committee and crisis management teams in driving efficient administration of the company in implementing decisions made by the board of directors.Operations Optimization –★ Elevated performance by facilitating training to the sales administration staff on sales agreement interpretation, pricing formula calculation, contract filing, data extrapolation, and company policies and procedures.★ Secured site for $1 billion methanol plant that resulted in the company being the largest methanol producer in the US by leading negotiations between the seller, buyer, and legal entities involved in the acquisition of a 514-acre industrial tract including pre-sale due diligence and research that resulted in a purchase price of $52,000 per acre. Show less

Gilmer, Texas

A boutique firm offering data research, asset recovery, employment background checks, accident investigations, surveillance, and support for local law firms.Conducted comprehensive investigations for clients. Performed internet and intranet document research, onsite investigation / interviews, surveillance and personal service of process. Documented evidence, compiled data, and provided reports to clients.

Beaumont/Port Arthur, Texas Area

Managed daily administrative functions, reviewed and negotiated contracts, drafted / revised legal documents. Assessed document terms focused on indemnification, insurance provisions, change orders, and surety requirements. Aided business development with subject matter presentations and proposals in addition to overseeing both RFP’s and RFQ’s for Project Managers. Assisted with operational issues, monitored operational trends, and handled a variety of HR tasks such as salary administration… Show more Managed daily administrative functions, reviewed and negotiated contracts, drafted / revised legal documents. Assessed document terms focused on indemnification, insurance provisions, change orders, and surety requirements. Aided business development with subject matter presentations and proposals in addition to overseeing both RFP’s and RFQ’s for Project Managers. Assisted with operational issues, monitored operational trends, and handled a variety of HR tasks such as salary administration, access management, and employee database oversight. ★ Acquired favorable vendor status by negotiating a five-year master services agreement with one of the top oil and gas industry manufacturer. ★ Minimized costs and maximized return on investment for each project by reviewing contracts and proposals then negotiating contracts ranging from $500,000 to $10 million with Exxon Mobil, Motiva, DuPont, Burns and McDonnell, and various local contractors. ★ Reduced financial damages to the organization by collaborating with the company attorney in relation to contract and injury claims. ★ Bolstered efficiency and cost effectiveness by introducing a contracts module for preparing subcontracts with vendors. Show less

Nederland, Tx

Coordinated contract-related logistics. Prepared confidentiality agreements. Supported project estimators, created/ modified proposals and bid documents, assisted with project negotiations. Directed internal office operations, managed interoffice insurance certificate requests, attended pre-project client meetings, and facilitated management conferences. ★ Mitigated financial risks on contracts by coordinating and collaborating on contract reviews for ten divisions.★ Realized costs… Show more Coordinated contract-related logistics. Prepared confidentiality agreements. Supported project estimators, created/ modified proposals and bid documents, assisted with project negotiations. Directed internal office operations, managed interoffice insurance certificate requests, attended pre-project client meetings, and facilitated management conferences. ★ Mitigated financial risks on contracts by coordinating and collaborating on contract reviews for ten divisions.★ Realized costs savings and reduced risks by reviewing and managing various insurance policies for each project. Show less

La Porte, Texas

Orchestrated the review and development of proposals across all business lines. Delivered administrative support to proposal / estimating teams. Designed PowerPoint presentations and prepared budgets and schedules. Provided contract administration and supported negotiations between clients, corporate attorneys, and business divisions. Maintained documents to verify compliance. Introduced consistent tools and processes to streamline workflow.★ Avoided potential penalties by managing… Show more Orchestrated the review and development of proposals across all business lines. Delivered administrative support to proposal / estimating teams. Designed PowerPoint presentations and prepared budgets and schedules. Provided contract administration and supported negotiations between clients, corporate attorneys, and business divisions. Maintained documents to verify compliance. Introduced consistent tools and processes to streamline workflow.★ Avoided potential penalties by managing contracts to ensure adherence to deadlines.★ Increased the number of bids awarded by driving collaboration across all business lines in developing proposals. Show less

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