Contracts Advisor Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the contracts advisor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for expert consultation and advice regarding contract language requirements, contracting policy and procedures, business needs/requirements and resolution of contract issues.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• NPMA Certification is preferred
• Experience with State and Federal contracting issues, and with complex technology solutions transactions, is preferred
• Experience with data protection and data privacy laws and regulations is preferred
• Understanding of business unit-level internal (cross functional) and external (suppliers and regulatory) drivers
• Recognized by peers as a subject matter expert (SME) within contracting
• IACCM Certification
• Familiarity with contracts and contracting processes within the construction industry or large global company
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (both oral and written), able to clearly articulate complex issues

In response to your job posting for contracts advisor, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance on contract matters to business leaders or other operational staff, including training of employees in contracting policies and procedures.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Team player to work with local and corporate groups
• Frequently uses general knowledge of contracting practices, techniques and industry practices/standards
• Uses critical thinking skills to review contract redlines for understanding and intent
• Effectively manages multiple contracting priorities in a timely manner to meet the internal and external customers' needs and proactively provides status updates on contracting activities to internal customers
• Streamlines coordination between teams (Legal, Procurement, Finance, and Compliance) and works to standardize and improve processes to deliver faster, more reliable and predictable services
• Serves as liaison between the US Oncology departments & other business units by communicating relevant information, ensuring task owners complete their assignments, and facilitating/coordinating business owner involvement
• Monitors existing customer contracts using approved performance methodologies, tools
• Works closely with external vendors and partners

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the contracts advisor position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance on Annual Contracting and Procurement Plan (ACPP) and Contract Review Committee processes; manages ACPP within area of responsibility.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Robust understanding of the asset management and/or financial advisor industries
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills, solution-oriented
• Proactive, confident, self-motivated
• Prior experience in working both independently and within a team framework
• Prior experience in working in an environment of cultural and legal differences between Asia Pacific countries
• Contracting Experience- Experience in creating new contracts renewing existing contracts and negotiating contracts with new and existing suppliers
• Operations Skill- Knowledge and proven experience developing and ensuring effective utilization of catalog pricing
• Proficiency with PC applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Visio, PowerPoint, and the use of Lotus Notes

Please consider me for the contracts advisor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for contractual risk analysis and contracting strategy for new business from inception through contract signature.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Strong knowledge of the SIS system
• Experience in an advisory role with management, demonstrating strong leadership skills and influence
• Experience managing in complex projects and in process re-engineering
• Proven record of achievement in management, negotiating, monitoring and evaluating of supplier performance standards and service level agreements
• Proven record of achievement on leading communication projects and knowledge and experience in all forms of communications
• Experience of HR IT Systems
• Previous experience dealing with contractors, preferably in the Oil and Gas industry
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate state and local contract terms and conditions to achieve best business performance while balancing the customer needs

Please consider me for the contracts advisor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance on contract matters to team members, coworkers, and personnel assigned, to include training new employees in contracting practices and procedures.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Proactively make and implement recommendations to streamline end to end process to improve turnaround times and accuracy of data without compromising quality
• Plan, develop and adjust work methods and procedures to optimize use of Ariba, SAP, Viewpoint, SharePoint and ePay applications
• Experience in a University contracts/procurement environment
• Directly and through the Sector Contract Lead, oversee the work of the contracts administration staff of Business Areas within a Division Sector
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, , advanced analytical, critical thinking, and negotiation abilities
• Applies critical thinking & guidance to complex contracts and is able to manage a portfolio of contracts and unplanned contract work through collaboration and communication
• Mitigate risk through early identification of potential contractual issues through Invitation to tender reviews, scenario testing, post award contract management etc
• Pro-actively assist project teams throughout the sourcing, award and execution phases, including contract development, leading negotiations and claims avoidance