AURA HILL
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GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS SPECIALIST
Solutions-focused, diligent professional with proven success in government contract administration, negotiations, and project management skills, specializing in both the public and private sectors. Calm demeanor in the face of difficulties; ability to manage multiple projects while working under pressure in fast-paced environments. Highly versatile; adept at quickly mastering new roles and responsibilities. Reputation for integrity, perseverance, and work ethic. Continuously pursues opportunities to learn and takes on challenges for further professional growth.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Contract Management & Administration • Negotiations • Project Management
• Outside-of-the-Box Problem Solving • FAR/DFAR • Relationship Building
• Fluent in Spanish, English & Portuguese • Collaborative Teamwork • Market Research/Analysis
ACHIEVEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
• Earned numerous distinctions and accolades, multiple Medals of Honor.
• Designed, developed, and implemented formats for ISO 9001 certification of the company based in a successful administration performance.
• Effectively negotiated better rates for labor categories into GSA schedules, as well as lower price proposals with hotels and consultants for the execution of the projects, integral to maximizing use of resources while controlling costs.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MSGI Corporation, Tampa, Florida
Contracts Manager (2009-2011)
Maintained full accountability for handling all aspects of day-to-day contract management activities in compliance with organizational goals. Applied strategic planning, prioritization, and project management skills toward consistently achieving critical deadlines. Demonstrated exceptional analytical and critical thinking abilities in evaluating contracts and subcontracts for compliance and acceptability of terms and conditions, including fixed price, cost reimbursement, and time and material related issues. Contributed strong communication skills in negotiating NDA, the administration of proprietary data exchanged under the agreement. Successfully oversaw CCR, WAWF, EXOSTAR, ORCA, FEDBITZ, and GSA matters.
Selected Highlights:
• Improved contracts by reviewing terms and tailoring NDA, TA, subcontract, and contract agreements.
• Executed continual contract modifications, drafted and submitted reports related to a major task order contract, e.g. contract report card, and stayed abreast of federal government regulation FAR/DFARS.
• Diligently supported the technical writer in proposals preparation, considering requirements in accordance with statement of work/ scope of work.
• Proactively processed a diverse range of certifications and representations required by other companies, including Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Deloitte, and Cubic.
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Dream Driven Advertisement, Sarasota, FL
Administration Director (2007-2009)
Planned and coordinated key projects to ensure on-time, requirements-compliant completion while maintaining high quality standards. Directed all facets of daily administrative activities of the headquarters in order to continually optimize and enhance efficiency. Effectively analyzed internal processes to define inefficiencies and provided expert recommendations to boost productivity and streamline workflow. Resolved issues involving information technology, capital equipment planning and management, and general procurement.
Selected Highlights:
• Served a key role as the Assistant for International Public Speakers Company.
• Facilitated the ongoing management and development of the annual divisional budget and grants budget, as well as administering grants and contracts regulations.
• Appointed to oversee the balancing needs of the program and oversaw all divisional budgeting, expenditure approvals, and analysis of budget variances.
• Drafted contracts, prepared and updated business plan and revenue model, and oversaw an agenda of clients, further illustrating multitasking and prioritization talents.
Supersonic Electronic, Sarasota, FL
Manager Administrator - Marketing & Development (2003-2007)
Maximized performance in consistently completing marketing initiatives on time and within budget in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment requiring superior strategic planning, organization, and leadership skills. Tracked and procured inventory to maintain optimal stock levels. Oversaw budgeting, accounting, and reporting in order to maximize efficient use of funding in compliance with company rules and regulations.
Selected Highlights:
• Played an integral role in designing and implementing team building programs.
• Collaboratively worked with departments to develop and integrate a more advanced loss prevention system.
• Actively contributed to the preparation and execution of an innovative marketing program.
• Established affiliate partners, strategic alliances, and joint ventures in support of online launches and email campaigns.
EDUCATION
4-year Degree in Business Administration, Tourism-Hotel Administration
College University of Administration and Marketing (CUAM) Valencia-Venezuela, 2003
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Training/Seminars: Federal Contracting Basics, Basic Acquisitions, Project Management Level I and II, How to Manage federal contracts. Subcontracting Issues from both the Prime and Subcontractor’s perspective. ISO 9001Quality Management System Training
• Online Courses: Awareness Training; Clearance Training
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Word-processing: Microsoft Word
• Databases: Access, Project
• Spreadsheets: Excel
• Miscellaneous Software: Outlook; PowerPoint
• Web-Based: CCR, WAWF, ORCA, EXOSTAR, GSA, FEDBITZ