LISA SCHNEELOCH
Temecula,USA
Summary
Dynamic Contracts Administrator with extensive experience at Quest Software, excelling in contract negotiation and compliance management. Proven track record in risk assessment and agreement drafting, ensuring successful execution of complex contracts. Adept at fostering strong customer relationships while driving efficiency and accuracy in contract administration.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Remote Contracts Administrator
True Search
Haddonfield, NJ
02.2020 - Current
- Manages contract administration for all of True Platform including True Search LLC and True Synthesis LLC.
- Works with project team members to draft, review, finalize and execute new customer agreements; this includes checking terms and conditions, specifically clause language, and assuring the CFO has approved the agreement and sending in for signatures through the Conga system.
- I prepare the contract documentation, manage contract administration and perform contractual and financial ad hoc projects as requested.
- Assists Partners and Principals with negotiating and finalizing terms with respective clients.
- Adhered to management guidelines for contract administration and escalated matters outside of guidelines as needed.
- Reviews, interprets and analyzes NDAs as requested.
- Works closely with Search Operations and Finance teams including the billing department to ensure information is entered accurately for invoicing purposes.
- Opens all search projects in Salesforce and Thrive and properly documents any changes after the contracts are executed.
Remote Contracts Administrator
Entangled Group
San Francisco, CA
08.2018 - 02.2020
- At Entangled Group, I oversaw all contract-related work and some of its portfolio companies. This included, but was not limited to, client and partner contracts, vendor setup forms, consulting agreements and vendor agreements.
- Worked with project team members to draft, review, finalize and execute new customer agreements; this includes checking terms and conditions, specifically clause language, and assuring the CFO has approved the agreement and sending in for signatures.
- Managed processing of newly executed client agreements, issuing invoices, and following up on outstanding payments to ensure timely revenue collection.
- Facilitated vendor registration and setup for new customers, including business registration in multiple states and managing requests for certificates of insurance (COI).
- Provided contract-related support for amendments and extensions.
- Created Service Agreements for independent contractors, consultants, and vendors.
- Collaborated with project teams and operations teams over the life cycle of a particular contract to ensure compliance of contractual terms.
- Coordinated with company attorneys to clarify and negotiate terms and conditions.
- Maintain files for all legal documents, ensuring confidentiality, and access of all documents to the operations team.
Remote Contracts Administrator
Quest Software, Inc.
Aliso Viejo, CA
12.2016 - 07.2018
- Reviewed, drafted, and administered contractual documents to establish and strengthen business relationships with customers.
- Analyzes, develops and administers contractual documents to ensure compliance to company policy, legal and regulatory requirements and customer specifications.
- Provided contractual and commercial support in contract development, including risk assessment and alternative positions to enhance offer viability.
- Advises, or approves amendments to contract and/or commercial terms or contract extensions.
- At Quest, I focused on extensive reviewing of contractual agreements such as Statement of Works, Quotes/Proposals, Subscription Agreements, License Agreements, Data Protection Agreements, Termination Letters, which all required attention to mitigate risk and create business opportunities.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy and final invoice submissions.
- Provided after sale support to facilitate effective execution of signed/contract agreement.
- Built deeper understanding of processes, procedures, customers and organization.
- Worked with internal customers across all business to support achievement of project milestones and deliver on internal and/or external commitments.
- Categorized, evaluated, reconciled reports and resolved data integrity issues.
- Managed the contractual documentation storage within the ITSM Service-Now software system; such as Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Master/Subscription Agreements, IPSA, Clone Letters, License or Maintenance Agreements, Termination Letters and Data Protection Agreements.
Contracts Administrator
ViaSat, Inc.
Carlsbad, CA
04.2008 - 10.2016
- At ViaSat, I administered cradle to grave government contracts through vigorous internal requirements.
- Managed and administered a variety of contracts to include government and commercial of all types (Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials, and Cost Reimbursement).
- Prepared proposals, administered contracts, and managed customer contact activities in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
- This included proposal generation from briefing the management team in kick-off meetings on strategies, assumptions and exceptions; notifying team of other required contractual documents (NDA, MOU, and Teaming Agreements); red-lining and negotiating terms and conditions to be consistent with flow downs, FAR and DFAR requirements; analyzing the impact of cost, risk and changes with support from the finance department; assisting with export compliance for internationals contracts; preparing a fully compliant proposal (FFP, T&M, CPFF or IDIQ) response for final approvals.
- Served as primary customer interface for contractual matters throughout contract formation and administration.
- Provided appropriate business area support in contracting activities such as review of terms and conditions, review of proposals and risk assessment.
- Submitted offers and contractually commits the company within the extent of delegated authority.
- Monitored contract performance, ensuring compliance with terms, special provisions, warranties, deliverables, and funding requirements.
- Acted as the focal point of contact with the customer for all contractual matters and was a liaison with customers and internal departments for all matters affecting contracts.
- Attended internal and external program reviews to identify potential contract impacts or contract changes management requirements (e.g., change proposals, equitable adjustment requests, scope of work modifications).
Contracts Administrator
SYS Technologies, Inc.
San Diego, CA
04.2005 - 04.2008
- Prepared, analyzed, negotiated, and revised service purchase contracts at SYS to align with project requirements.
- Reviewed and negotiated contract documents, including Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Subcontract Agreements, and Statements of Work, to ensure compliance and clarity.
- Demonstrated understanding of various contract types including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Materials (T&M), and Cost Plus Fixed Fee/Labor Hour (CPFF/LOE).
- Gained familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to ensure compliance in contracting.
- Coordinated and submitted RFQ/RFPs, cost estimates, proposals, and modifications, focusing on accurate pricing and scheduling.
- Managed the 'black' contract by submitting Monthly Status Reports and Deliverables to government points of contact under Secret Clearance.
- Issued Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Subcontract Agreements, Statement of Work, Representations and Certifications, and Basic Ordering Agreement.
- Produced purchase requisitions and purchase orders, data entry of awarded contracts, created budget & planning reports all through the Deltek ERP system.
- Prepared, balanced and updated budgets using the Deltek accounting system.
- Completed close-out documentation of various delivery/task orders.
- Conferred with Program Management and vendors to obtain product and service information, pricing, availability and delivery schedule.
- Reviewed and approved vendor and contract invoice for final payment and closeout.
Education
Masters - Business Administration, Specialization in Project Management
Ashford University
8620 Spectrum Center Blvd., San Diego, California 01-2014
Professional Certificate - Contract Management
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 9218201-2007
Bachelor of Art - Public Administration
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 9218201-2004
Skills
- Contract administration
- Contract negotiation
- Agreement drafting
- Compliance management
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder engagement
- Customer relationship management
Certification
- National Contracts Management Association (NCMA), Member, 2007
- National Contracts Management Association (NCMA), Website Administrator, 2014-2017
Citizenship
US Citizen (Formerly obtained Secret Security Clearance)
Timeline
Remote Contracts Administrator
True Search
02.2020 - Current
Remote Contracts Administrator
Entangled Group
08.2018 - 02.2020
Remote Contracts Administrator
Quest Software, Inc.
12.2016 - 07.2018
Contracts Administrator
ViaSat, Inc.
04.2008 - 10.2016
Contracts Administrator
SYS Technologies, Inc.
04.2005 - 04.2008
Masters - Business Administration, Specialization in Project Management
Ashford University
Professional Certificate - Contract Management
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Art - Public Administration
San Diego State University