Versatile administrative and legal professional seeking a challenging position in a reputable organization to leverage extensive skills and contribute to team success. Eager to excel in a dynamic and collaborative environment while expanding knowledge and fostering professional growth. Known for excellent attention to detail and great work ethic.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Contracts and Bids Specialist (REMOTE)
Vivacity Tech PBC
ST PAUL, MINNESOTA
10.2022 - 12.2023
Collaborated with General Counsel on overseeing the RFP, RFI and RFQ bid & contract process.
Maintained all monthly and quarterly reports to our partners and state and federal group purchasing contracts.
Reviewed new contracts for accuracy, reporting requirements, and general scope of work, ensuring the operations conformed to the terms of the agreement.
Created bid packages and functioned as the bid manager by compiling quotes, required bid documents, marketing materials, and any other required information.
Ethics, Risk and Compliance Coordinator
SEW Eurodrive, Inc.
Lyman, SOUTH CAROLINA
10.2021 - 03.2022
Assisted General Counsel in a paralegal role by supplying continuous review of relevant company policy and procedures, NDA agreements for US operations, and general scope of work.
Worked closely with human resources and accounting on various issues and projects related to employment law, compliance and regulatory for all US operations.
Oversaw renewals of all corporate commercial insurance policies.
Supported the execution and continuous improvement of the company policy and procedures as defined and directed by my supervisor.
Contract Sales Coordinator
Pharmaceutical Associates Inc.
Greenville, South Carolina
06.2020 - 09.2021
Assured compliance with all federal and state laws working closely with the FDA and DEA.
Supplied monthly sales reporting and forecasting in the sales department as well as inventory control on a global scope.
Managed GPO accounts and oversaw the renewals and any discounts and bonuses for these accounts.
Assisted the regulatory department, legal department, and accounting on any legal, pricing and invoice issues.
Litigation Paralegal - Medical Device Team
Motley Rice LLC
Mount Pleasant, SOUTH CAROLINA
05.2019 - 06.2020
Litigation Paralegal on the Medical Device team managing bodily injury claims for the ESSURE® birth control device mass tort lawsuit litigation involving 1400 plaintiffs.
Aided in the discovery process, pretrial preparation, litigation, post-trial and appellate work, filings, settlements, and general paralegal responsibilities.
Experience with subpoena management, medical records analysis, discovery preparation, trial preparation and expert witness coordination.
Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
Sales Coordinator
US Foods, Inc.
LEXINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
01.2018 - 05.2019
Functioned as key support for the 6 Savannah and Statesboro, Georgia, Territory Managers’ accounts within the restaurant and food service industry.
Acted as a liaison with Sales and Customer Account Manager regarding timing and project status.
Worked closely with the Marketing Department to provide forecasting with accurate monthly demand requirements and managed monthly financial reporting on accounts.
Assisted Territory Managers with the customer relationship in billing, product return claims, pricing, product placement, analysis, orders, and replenishment.
Worked closely with accounting on A/P and A/R as well as invoicing and credits.
Paralegal
Lexington County Solicitor's Office
LEXINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
12.2004 - 01.2018
Managed courtroom proceedings and scheduled defendants and victims to attend various court related activities pertinent to their case including pleas, trials, and other court appearances.
Produced indictments, sentencing sheets, hearing notices, warrants, subpoenas, motions, orders, witness lists, and other documents and correspondence necessary for case preparation and prosecution.
Routinely prepared and supported over 50 case files monthly, ensuring inclusion of all pertinent documentation for discovery and filings for 3 to 4 Assistant Solicitors.
Aided in trial preparation and expert witness coordination.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Midlands Technical College
WEST COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
05-1995
Skills
Management Collaboration
Performance Improvement
Technical Communication
Corporate Law
Legal Compliance
Office Administration
Subpoena Coordination
Case Management
Customer Account Management
Exceptional Customer Service
Accomplishments
Lexington County Shining Star Award 2011
NetBank HERO Award 2003 and 2004 for Excellence in Customer Service
Certification
SC Notary 4/26/2022 to 4/26/2032
SC Licensed RE Sales Agent beginning 11/2015 to present
Proficient with a variety of computer software applications, including MS Office 360 and Google Suite, and ability to quickly learn various in-house application software.
Proficient in PCMS, SalesForce, SharePoint, NetSuite, PRISM, TANDEM, RAPID Legal, CaseAnywhere, PACER, MDL Centrality, PDF Exchange, Adobe, Carpe Diem Legal Billing, Desktop Publishing, Template Creation, Proposal Coordination, RFP, RFI, DocHub, SAP (Beginner level exposure)