Jose Ruiz
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished in spearheading contract negotiations and compliance enhancements at Uniper Global Commodities. I excel in legal research, drafting agreements, and fostering teamwork. My strategic planning and relationship-building skills have significantly reduced non-compliance incidents, generated revenue gains and streamlined contract processes, driving efficiency and mitigating risks.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Settlements and Contract Associate
Invenergy LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop tailored contract solutions for each project or client need.
- Enhanced contract negotiation processes by streamlining workflows and implementing strategic planning techniques.
- Streamlined the contract review process by implementing efficient tracking systems and standardized templates.
- Spearheaded efforts to resolve contractual disputes, minimizing potential litigation risks while maintaining strong working relationships with involved parties.
- Worked with several team members to archive contracts, invoices, and new customer relationships.
Sr. Compliance Associate
Orsted US Trading
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Executed and negotiated new vendor and customer contracts to expand our selling blueprint and help bring more sources of revenue. Evaluated third-party vendors'' adherence to company policies, reducing exposure from external sources of risk .
- Enhanced company compliance by developing and implementing robust policies and procedures.
- Reduced non-compliance incidents by delivering targeted training programs for employees at all levels.
- Implemented innovative tracking systems to streamline reporting processes, improving efficiency and accuracy in
- Created a standardized filing system for all our new and existing contracts as well as training materials for new team members and customers.
Sr. Analyst, Settlements, Contracts, Confirmations
Uniper Global Commodities N.A.
04.2016 - 11.2021
- Negotiated and interpreted contracts with new businesses' with the help of our attorneys, tax director, and Front Office teams.
- Negotiated pipeline transport rates, fuel rates and interpreted tarrifs to fully understand the pipe's flow maps and create contracts that would bring more PnL with the help of traders and commodity schedulers.
- Executed favorable pipe rates on a monthly and long term basis for our different gas, power and crude products,
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures.
Contract and Commodity Scheduler
Pro Energy Solutions
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Reduced scheduling conflicts and ensured timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
Shell Trading US
Shell Oil US
03.2011 - 07.2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2011
Associate of Arts - Marketing
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Legal Research
- Drafting Agreements
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Legal Research and Review
- Legal Document Preparation
- Legal writing
- Case analysis
- Document filing
- Investigation skills
- Strategic Planning
- Microsoft Office and Docusign
- Efficient researcher
- Building Trust and Relationships
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Settlements and Contract Associate
Invenergy LLC
06.2023 - Current
Sr. Compliance Associate
Orsted US Trading
11.2021 - 11.2022
Sr. Analyst, Settlements, Contracts, Confirmations
Uniper Global Commodities N.A.
04.2016 - 11.2021
Contract and Commodity Scheduler
Pro Energy Solutions
08.2014 - 03.2016
Shell Trading US
Shell Oil US
03.2011 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Houston
Associate of Arts - Marketing
University of Houston