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Juan Sierra

Chicago,IL

Summary

Capable Contract Manager with extensive background overseeing contracts for decentralized clinical trials. Handles routine paperwork, disputes and contract administration with organized approach. Successful contracts manager bringing skills in risk management, contract preparation and service coordination. Administers contract terms effectively by continuously tracking progress and deliverables. Effective at handling simultaneous contract timelines and maintaining strict schedules.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Contracts Manager

Medical Research Network
Deerfield, IL
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
  • Mitigated business risks by analyzing contracts' potential impacts and avoiding unfavorable terms.
  • Interpreted contact terms and coordinated solutions to resolve disputes between clients and service providers.
  • Arranged service delivery to over 100 active contracts by overseeing workers, coordinating resources and setting schedules.
  • Maintained Salesforce database for with contract, vendor and customer information.
  • Onboarded and trained new staff to keep team efficient and prepare team members to effectively handle demands of simultaneous and large-scale contracts.
  • Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.

Senior Vendor Contract Associate

Medical Research Network
04.2019 - 05.2022
  • Supervised and mentored junior contract management staff with varying projects and fine details, supporting contract evolution and relevance.
  • Identified contract and commercial risks, proposing appropriate mitigation strategies or solutions for management approval.
  • Managed highly technical contracts for business and account leaders, translating details with clarity and familiarity.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Strengthened vendor relationships and enhanced revenue streams by applying business development opportunities.
  • Negotiated complex vendor agreements and built relationships across multiple commodities.
  • Maintained current documentation and submitted timely reports.
  • Authored statements of work and supported sourcing activities for home nursing, equipment and homecare provision contracts.
  • Assessed vendor services for compliance with company policies.
  • Managed various vendor contracts and relationships through collaboration to maximize cost-effectiveness, optimize delivery schedules and maintain service standards.
  • Organized and maintained vendor records in accordance with corporate guidelines.
  • Helped to research, vet and onboard new vendors, set up contracts and establish connections.
  • Completed annual reviews of vendor policies and procedures.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.

Vendor Contract Associate

Medical Research Network
04.2017 - 04.2019
  • Managed highly technical contracts for business and account leaders, translating details with clarity and familiarity.
  • Identified contract and commercial risks, proposing appropriate mitigation strategies or solutions for management approval.
  • Managed vendor performance to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives.
  • Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives.
  • Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
  • Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
  • Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of department.
  • Organized and updated databases, records and other information resources.
  • Built and managed processes for tracking and monitoring department performance.

Education

Medicinae Doctor -

Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
2015

Bachelor Of Science - Biology

University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, PR
2010

Skills

Proposal Development

  • Improvement Strategies
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Contractual Obligations
  • Employee Performance Reviews
  • Team Relationships
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Contract Development and Management
  • Training Initiatives
  • Evaluating Contracts
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Contract Amendments
  • Critical Thinking
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Process Improvement Initiatives
  • Professional Relationships
  • Team Meetings
  • Terms and Conditions Writing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Electronic Filing System
  • Document Organization
  • Sales Collaboration
  • Detailed Meeting Minutes
  • Timely Project Completion
  • Contract Pricing
  • Account Management Support
  • Establishing Deadlines
  • Staff Training

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Contracts Manager

Medical Research Network
05.2022 - 12.2023

Senior Vendor Contract Associate

Medical Research Network
04.2019 - 05.2022

Vendor Contract Associate

Medical Research Network
04.2017 - 04.2019

Medicinae Doctor -

Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara

Bachelor Of Science - Biology

University of Puerto Rico

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