Keri Dawson
Tolleson,United States
Summary
Senior Contract Analyst specializing in pricing management and contract negotiations in healthcare. Demonstrated ability to analyze supply trends and lead initiatives that drive cost savings and contract renewals. Proficient in financial analysis and database reporting, ensuring data accuracy and business alignment. Strong negotiation skills with manufacturers and effective collaboration with internal teams to enhance pricing strategies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Contract Analyst
Common Spirit Health
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Analyzed Cardinal's weekly IDM Invoice Price Discrepancy report
- Collaborated with GPO Premier, Distributer, Cardinal, and manufacturers on pricing alignment
- Conducted training on Jaggaer for internal Teams
- Managed weekly IDM Invoice Price Discrepancy report for Cardinal
- Aligned pricing with GPO Premier, Distributer, Cardinal, and manufacturers
- Trained internal Teams on Jaggaer contact management tool
Contract Analyst
Dignity Heath
01.2014 - 12.2019
- Analyze supply usage trends to find cost-saving opportunities for surgical products.
- Provide guidance to SCM Product Line and Contracting teams.
- Perform financial analysis to project savings from contract options.
- Collaborate with vendors to validate pricing information.
- Design databases and reports to meet business needs and enhance data accuracy.
Field Service Consultant
Cardinal Healthcare
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Led Kaizen events for Cardinal Healthcare customers, focusing on pricing challenges.
- Successfully managed the St. Joseph's Syracuse, NY event, securing a $16M distribution contract renewal.
- Reduced DSO from 42 days to 3 days within 5 months, improving EDI Match Rate to 99.12%.
- Achieved $153,731 in Capital Savings and provided pricing expertise to sales team and peers.
Dedicated Field Service Consultant
Cardinal Healthcare
01.2002 - 12.2009
- Managed pricing and contracts for a 42-hospital system across three states with $168M in sales
- Negotiated pricing daily with manufacturers and resolved contracting issues
- Established best practices in the West Region leading to a pilot program
- Coordinated product conversions and cross references with Sales Representatives
- Collaborated with various internal and external stakeholders to resolve pricing issues.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - undefined
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces01.1992
Skills
- Contract Management
- Financial Analysis
- Supply Chain Analysis
- Vendor Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Database Design
- Negotiation Skills
- Pricing Expertise
Timeline
Senior Contract Analyst
Common Spirit Health
01.2020 - 01.2025
Contract Analyst
Dignity Heath
01.2014 - 12.2019
Field Service Consultant
Cardinal Healthcare
01.2010 - 12.2013
Dedicated Field Service Consultant
Cardinal Healthcare
01.2002 - 12.2009
Bachelor's Degree - undefined
New Mexico State University
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