John Kane

**** ******** ***.• Cleveland, OH ***** • 216-***-**** • E-mail: ab9u4z@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY AND OBJECTIVE

Independent, detail oriented professional with superior analytical, problem solving, and dispute resolution skills

enhanced by diverse work and educational experiences. Seeking consultative leadership role in a progressive,

forward-thinking organization.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cynergies Solutions, Inc., Richmond Heights, OH

Lead IT Vendor Management Analyst 2013

• Presents $1MM+ purchases to CIO and CFO to ensure executive buy-in and continued project support

• Negotiates hardware, software, and professional services purchase agreements to ensure that stakeholder requirements

are met at the lowest possible cost

• Resolves disputes between vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure successful contract performance

• Manages relationships with strategic IT vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders

• Reviews and drafts complex contracts in conjunction with inside counsel and contract management staff

Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH 2005-2012

Agent Service Specialist, Information Technology 2010-2012

Integrated Independent Contract Specialist

2005-2010

• Managed multi-million dollar technology spend across the organization

• Directed RFx processes from internal needs assessment through contract execution

• Ensured vendor and internal stakeholder compliance with contract terms

• Reviewed and negotiated all procurement related contracts for the University

• Resolved contract issues arising between contractors and University constituencies

Victory Capital Management, Cleveland, OH 1999-2004

Senior Client Administrator

• Resolved client, vendor, and operations issues relating to large employee benefit plan accounts, ensuring client

retention and satisfaction

• Maintained Victory compliance with ERISA and other government requirements through transaction monitoring

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

Weatherhead School of Management - Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH

Master of Business Administration, January 2010

Cleveland-Marshall College of Law - Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH

Juris Doctor, May 2004

University of Massachusetts Boston, MA

Bachelor of Arts, January 1998

Admitted to the Practice of Law in Ohio, July 2005

Certified Professional in Supply Management, October 2012

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Proficient in Lexis, Westlaw, Casemaker, MS Office Suite, Outlook, Lotus Notes, AM Trust, PeopleSoft

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