Seasoned Contracts Manager with a robust background in procurement management and sales collaboration, notably at Fortrea (formerly Labcorp). Expert in leading high-stakes negotiations and mentoring teams, demonstrating exceptional dispute resolution and legal compliance skills. Achieved significant contract management efficiencies, leveraging expertise in contract drafting to exceed company objectives.
Oversaw contractual processes for high-value accounts in alignment with company objectives.
Mentored, trained, and developed a team of 10 direct reports within Contract Management.
Lead negotiations for all assigned agreements with minimal or no management support.
Executed development and negotiation processes of multifaceted Change Orders autonomously within allocated projects.
Oversee effective handling of SFDC, Apttus, and additional reporting tools.
Utilize tracking mechanisms to present management with accurate summaries of contract status.
Executed contract administration tasks by managing approval processes and maintaining tracking system.
Handled the development, review, and negotiation of several vendor and client agreements.
Facilitated discussions with stakeholders to finalize terms on high-value contracts across different categories, ranging from moderate sums to multi-million-dollar agreements.