Sherreon Washington
Stevensville
Summary
Experienced Office Management and Administration Professional experienced optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organizational, technical and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Contracts
State Of Maryland
2019.08 - Current
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in contract management, contributing to their professional growth and skill development.
- Oversaw the administration of over 50 high-value contracts, ensuring timely completion and delivery within budget constraints.
- Ensured timely execution of all contractual obligations by closely monitoring progress against established milestones and objectives.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for contract management, increasing consistency across the organization.
- Analyzed contract performance data to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement, leading to more efficient processes.
- Developed successful proposals by collaborating with subject matter experts from various functional areas within the company.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to address complex issues, mitigating potential risks and liability concerns.
- Conducted training and educational sessions on contracts and procurement actions, issues and trends.
- Streamlined the contracts lifecycle for efficiency, resulting in shorter turnaround times and reduced costs.
- Oversaw and executed contracts from start to finish and monitored startup and program reviews through contract close-outs.
- Reviewed existing contracts for compliance with company policies and industry regulations, identifying areas for improvement or renegotiation.
- Managed a team of contract professionals, fostering a collaborative environment that encouraged growth and development.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure contractual compliance and customer satisfaction.
- Fostered a culture of compliance by regularly updating staff on changes in relevant regulations and industry best practices.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of department.
Manager of Contract Management Unit
State Of Maryland
2016.01 - 2019.08
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
Owings Mills, MD01.2012
Skills
- Team motivation
- Pricing strategy
- Legal Compliance
- Procurement Management
- Proposal Development
- Contract Administration
- Privacy compliance
- Strategic Planning
- Documentation and control
- Vendor relationships
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Timeline
Director of Contracts
State Of Maryland
2019.08 - Current
Manager of Contract Management Unit
State Of Maryland
2016.01 - 2019.08
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
Similar Profiles
Eugene OnuohaEugene Onuoha
Correctional Officer at State of MarylandCorrectional Officer at State of Maryland
Ernest ShoemakerErnest Shoemaker
Correctional Officer at State of MarylandCorrectional Officer at State of Maryland
Betty LoganBetty Logan
Administrative Officer- Background Investigator at State of MarylandAdministrative Officer- Background Investigator at State of Maryland