Partner with internal and external counsel on commercial, and compliance as neededOperate at the highest levels of integrity, ethical behavior, judgment, and discretionDemonstrate proficiency in navigating the proposal process, including the preparation and coordination of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotes (RFQ), and Statement of Works (SOW)Accountable for providing comprehensive support to proposals, including analysis of solicitation requirements, negotiation of team member contractual input, review of teaming agreements, and coordination in the development of well-crafted proposal responsesTrack contract modifications, amendments, extensions, and closeouts, and partner with operational leaders to ensure related protocols are performed and documented both timely and appropriatelyAdminister and manage state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) contractsPerform risk analysis and mitigation as requiredReview and compare compliance with task orders, SOWs, & Change Orders as applicableAdvisal of proposal support in strategy to comply and meet customer requirementsAssist in the planning, development & coordination of contract, subcontract and proposal support of the overall program objectivesThoroughly analyze and delineate legal and business risks, effectively communicating these risks to pertinent internal stakeholders for timely discussion and resolutionChampioning initiatives aimed at enhancing contract processes, with a focus on reducing cycle times and enhancing overall efficiencyProviding comprehensive training and guidance to business teams on the utilization of contract templates, pertinent legal considerations, processes, and best practices in contractingOversee and enforce ethical conduct in contractual relationshipsProactively identify areas for process improvement within the contract management function

SpecialistPrepared and reviewed various company contracts including: purchases, sales and business partnerships, and assist the Sales team with identifying potential risks and negotiation strategies related to the contract terms.Prepared and coordinated Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Requests for Quotes (RFQs).Partnered with Sales, Delivery, and Executives to close work by redlining/negotiating NDAs, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Task Orders, and Statements of Work (SOWs) to minimize risk.Managed Subcontract agreements and flow-downs for customers and Resourcing. Collected and processed data, as well as monthly reporting for compliance.Created T&C analysis for Program Managers in Commercial, SLED, and Federal agreements for risk and laymen explanation of contract terms for all documents above.ProcurementWorked with the company’s 260+ employees for training and enablement to submit expense reports monthly. Built Requisition tool in JAMIS with item class trees, workflow logic, & to automate the PO process.Special ProjectsResearched, demoed, and coordinated the effort to get a Contracts Lifestyle Management System(CLM). Completed Executives asks to make their final decision to purchase the CLM. Coordinated with consultants on the CLM to get the product off the ground. Worked with the Executive budget owner to learn, train, and roll out the CLM to a company of 260+ employees. Performed working sessions with employees to take tribal knowledge of their tasks to improve and create an SOP and training videos from request to end-user experience for: CLM, PO process, expense report training, Requisition Tool, and how to procure licenses.Worked to improve subcontractor process: met with internal stakeholders and executives to understand roadblocks, internally automated process, & create controls to prevent subcontractors being missed.

AdministratorPrepare and review various company contracts including: purchases, sales and business partnerships, and assist the Sales team with identifying potential risks and negotiation strategies related to the contract terms.Prepare and coordinate Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Requests for Quotes (RFQs).Partner with Sales, Delivery, and Executives to close work by redlining/negotiating NDAs, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Task Orders, and Statements of Work (SOWs) to minimize risk.Manage Subcontract agreements and flow downs for customers and Resourcing. Collect and process data, as well as monthly reporting for compliance.Create T&C analysis for Program Managers in Commercial, SLED, and Federal agreements for risk and laymen explanation of contracts terms for all documents above.ProcurementPrepare Purchase Orders for Indirect Purchase/Licensing Sales. Work with employees to ensure submission and enable use of Concur.Created/ Document Purchase Order Process. Improved purchasing of Licenses to be in line with company compliance.Work with the company’s 260+ employees for training and enablement to submit expense reports monthly. Use reporting to find who has not submitted or is holding month close to partner and offer help.Train and enable employees to submit expenses.Use JAMIS to create Purchase Orders for sales.Special ProjectsResearched, demoed, and coordinated the effort to get a Contracts Lifestyle Management System(CLM). Completed Executives asks to make their final decision to purchase the CLM. Coordinated with consultants on the CLM to get the product off the ground. Worked with the Executive budget owner to learn, train, and roll out the CLM to a company of 260+ employees. Perform working sessions with employees to take tribal knowledge of their tasks to improve and create an SOP and training videos from request to end-user experience.

Updated requirements providing compliance with the new customer demands and quality control. Participated in contract reviews.Improved planning for incoming and outgoing products by implementing certification markers and digitizing processes.Created process, and process documentation, which was then implemented onto the production floor.Conducted training needs through analysis and developed new training procedures which resulted in a reduction in customer complaints.Performed internal audits to maintain compliance with the quality control system, government requirements, and internal requirements.

Conducted legal research on the death penalty and the current moratorium of the death penalty in California.Evaluated volumes of discovery in a death penalty case, to determine aggravating and mitigant evidence.Worked on motions with different attorneys on complicated multi defendant cases in preparation for pre-trial litigation. Assisted attorneys with jail visits and case preparation.

Assisted with trial preparation by organizing and cataloging discovery. Wrote a successful Romero motion.Performed legal research and provided written documentation on multiple cases and issues.

Trained new team members on department protocols and functioned as a mentor during the on boarding period.Participated in the hiring process, including interviewing and selection. Conducted performance reviews for store associates.Served as a point of contact between customers and store associates.