Andrea Huerta
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced contract management professional with a strong background in negotiating, developing, and overseeing federal, state, and local contracts, now pivoting into the healthcare sector with a focus on managed care and skilled nursing facilities. Proven ability to lead teams, develop compliant systems, and drive expansion strategies across regulated industries. Adept at navigating complex reimbursement models, cross-functional collaboration, and maintaining high standards of documentation and performance monitoring.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Proposal Management
Good Guard Security, Inc
10.2021 - Current
- Lead end-to-end contract management for national operations across 15 states, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Develop and negotiate multimillion-dollar agreements with government agencies and private vendors, maintaining stringent compliance with contract terms.
- Built contract oversight procedures that remain in use today, supporting internal audit readiness and process integrity.
- Conduct extensive market research to support pricing strategies and contract terms, similar to healthcare reimbursement frameworks.
- Collaborate with leadership and legal teams to implement contract amendments, renewals, and policy updates aligned with regulatory changes.
- Train and supervise a team of 4 analysts to manage contract documentation, change management processes, and compliance workflows.
- Introduced scalable systems for managing renewal cycles, contract performance evaluations, and change implementation across departments.
- Spearheads efforts to expand the company's national reach by securing and managing federal, state, and private contracts, contributing to a 302% increase in revenue since joining.
Youth Behavioral Specialist
Casa PacifIca Centers for Children & Families
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided behavior and progress monitoring for at-risk youth within a structured care setting, ensuring program compliance with healthcare and social service regulations.
- Worked closely with clinicians, caseworkers, and administrative staff to align services with individualized care plans.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation on treatment plans, behavioral incidents, and developmental outcomes for compliance and reporting.
- Participated in organizational policy adjustments, helping implement changes that improved efficiency and care outcomes.
- Responded to crises with evidence-based intervention strategies to de-escalate and stabilize critical situations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA06-2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Contract Management Systems (CMS)
- CRM & Document Control Platforms
- Policy & Compliance Tracking Tools
- Contract Negotiation & Development
- Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA)
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Performance Monitoring & Audits
- Change Management Implementation
- Vendor & Provider Relationship Management
- Staff Training & Leadership
- Strategic Expansion & Growth Initiatives
Timeline
Director of Proposal Management
Good Guard Security, Inc
10.2021 - Current
Youth Behavioral Specialist
Casa PacifIca Centers for Children & Families
06.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Channel Islands
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