Sean Benson
The Colony,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in federal and commercial contract management. Proven leadership in developing and executing contract strategies that align with business goals while ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and risk management, driving measurable outcomes across complex agreements.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Contract Management
Heritage Health Solutions, Inc.
Coppell, Texas
06.2021 - 02.2026
- Led the development and execution of enterprise-wide contract strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals and growth initiatives. I managed complex agreements, including Professional Services Agreements, NDAs, Consulting Agreements, and Subcontracting Agreements.
- Oversee contract drafting, negotiation, execution, and administration to ensure alignment with legal requirements, regulatory standards, and company policies.
- Develop and implement contract management policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency, consistency, and productivity.
- Partner with legal counsel to address complex contractual matters and support negotiations involving high-risk or specialized terms.
- Serve as Regulatory Compliance Officer, advancing contractual and operational compliance across the organization.
- Lead risk management and insurance initiatives to strengthen enterprise-wide risk mitigation strategies.
- Develop comprehensive proposals for competitive bidding opportunities, aligning submissions with client requirements and organizational objectives.
- Conduct contract risk assessments to identify potential issues, recommend mitigation strategies, and support informed decision-making.
Director, Government Affairs
Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.
Richardson, TX
01.2017 - 06.2021
- I led the strategy for federal contracting and regulatory positioning, overseeing the full lifecycle of contract execution under FAR, DFARS, and related frameworks. I partnered with executive leadership to shape market strategies, optimize pricing, and enhance compliance. My role involved expanding engagement with various government agencies and managing GSA Schedule contracts.
- Developed strategic relationships with key stakeholders in local, state, and federal government.
- Negotiated and executed contracts, including BPAs, IDIQs, and FFPs, Cost-Plus, and GSA FSS with various agencies providing services.
- Monitored relevant legislation for potential impact on organizational interests.
- Developed strategic relationships with government agencies to enhance sales opportunities.
- Conducted market research to identify potential customers in the Government sector.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with government regulations.
Proposal Developer-Government Contracts
Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.
Richardson, Texas
09.2006 - 01.2017
- Oversaw the federal contracting strategy, managing the entire process from opportunity capture to proposal development, negotiation, and execution. I utilized market intelligence and analytics to identify high-value opportunities, which informed our gross-profit planning and competitive positioning.
- Developed a comprehensive proposal for diverse clients across various sectors.
- Analyzed client requirements to tailor proposals effectively and strategically.
- Ensured compliance with company standards and client specifications throughout the proposal process.
- Developed proposal strategies aligning with client requirements and organizational goals.
- Reviewed and edited proposal documents for clarity and compliance with guidelines.
- Analyzed competitors' proposals and developed strategies to differentiate our company from others.
- Assisted in developing pricing strategies and preparing cost estimates for proposed projects.
Contract Analyst
Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.
Plano, TX
01.2003 - 09.2006
- Reviewed and analyzed corporate account contracts for compliance with legal and regulatory standards, leading discussions, evaluating obligations, and implementing risk mitigation strategies across multiple departments.
- Managed contract lifecycle from initiation to execution and renewal processes.
- Negotiated and reviewed contracts for services, ensuring alignment with company policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance of contracts with company policies and legal standards through thorough review.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, standards, and internal policies regarding contracting activities.
- Analyzed contract terms for risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Facilitated negotiations between stakeholders to resolve contract disputes effectively.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Cappella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2011
BBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Dallas, TX09-2007
Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Contract drafting
- Proposal development
- Compliance management
- Risk management
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-functional collaboration
Certification
- Essentials of Government Contract Management, Villanova University
- Commercial Contract Management: Principles (Uniform Commercial Code), Villanova University
- Advanced FAR & DFAR
- Ethics & Compliance in Government Contracting
- Government Contracts, Ethics and Compliance
- Federal Subcontracting for Prime and Subcontracting
Timeline
Director, Contract Management
Heritage Health Solutions, Inc.
06.2021 - 02.2026
Director, Government Affairs
Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.
01.2017 - 06.2021
Proposal Developer-Government Contracts
Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.
09.2006 - 01.2017
Contract Analyst
Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.
01.2003 - 09.2006
MBA - Business Administration
Cappella University
BBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix