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Amy C. Kuritz

Arlington Heights

Summary

Results-oriented achiever with a proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Strategic thinker with hands-on experience delivering impactful solutions to enhance organizational performance. Possess strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Contract Development

Baxter Healthcare Corporation
11.2021 - Current
  • Manage and direct RFP project team activities for completion and submission of proposals as requested by customers.
  • Negotiate, review and redline agreements for engagements with major U.S. Hospital systems.
  • Liaison between legal department and sales team for all customer contract review and approvals of legal terms.
  • Draft non-standard agreements, as requested by sales team, utilizing approved standard language or working with legal and other corporate stakeholders to draft additional language.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Senior Paralegal and Contracts Coordinator

Vogt Power International Inc.
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Perform paralegal review and redline of Confidentiality Agreements, Customer and Vendor Terms and Conditions for purchase orders
  • Review, approve and manage letters of credit for corporate projects
  • Track expenses for all corporate letters of credit
  • Organize, track and maintain all corporate Confidentiality Agreements, vendor agreements and vendor Certificates of Insurance
  • Manage project obtaining Engineering and Contractors Licenses in the 48 contiguous United States for the corporation and the employee engineers, including extensive research of the Statutes of each state
  • Miscellaneous paralegal duties as requested
  • Notary for Jefferson County, Kentucky

Contracts Coordinator – Office of the General Counsel

Illinois Farm Bureau
01.2016 - 01.2021
  • Coordinate distribution of paralegal workload for legal review and negotiation of all vendor contracts
  • Developed tracking spreadsheet for each paralegal as well as aggregate reports for leadership and SLA tracking
  • Perform legal review which included drafting and revising contract language as needed for each engagement, negotiation of master agreements, statements of work and other contracts working closely with Enterprise Procurement, my business partners and vendors to ensure Agreements adhere to COUNTRY and Legal policies
  • Participated in project team meetings to provide legal information and expectations for contracting process
  • Uploaded finalized contracts into Enterprise Procurement Contract Tracking and Administration System (Ariba)
  • Assisted in creation of contracts review and negotiation team, including internal workflows, processes, standard communications, and contract tracking to ensure agreed upon SLAs are consistently met.
  • Participated on team to improve processes and workflows between Enterprise Procurement and the negotiation team to increase efficiencies and better meet the needs of our business partners
  • Primary point of contact for general contract questions from Enterprise Procurement, Attorneys, Paralegals and Business Partners
  • Systems used: Microsoft Office, Novatus, Ariba, LawTrac, LexisNexis for research
  • Coordinated contract negotiations and ensured compliance with legal requirements.
  • Managed vendor relationships to optimize service delivery and contract performance.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive contract documentation for easy reference and auditing.
  • Streamlined contract approval processes, reducing turnaround time significantly.
  • Analyzed contractual terms to identify risk factors and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Led cross-functional meetings to address contract-related issues and drive resolution efforts.
  • Implemented tracking systems for key deliverables, ensuring accountability across projects.
  • Successfully negotiated favorable terms for the organization by conducting thorough research and analysis of supplier proposals.
  • Developed strong relationships with internal stakeholders, collaborating closely to identify and address potential contractual risks or issues.
  • Decreased processing times for incoming requests by establishing clear workflows and prioritization guidelines within the Contracts Coordination team.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and company policies through meticulous contract review and modification procedures.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the Contracts Coordination team by soliciting feedback from internal stakeholders, evaluating performance metrics, and implementing targeted process enhancements.
  • Bolstered cross-functional collaboration efforts, serving as the liaison between legal, finance, procurement, and operational teams during contract development stages.
  • Drafted, reviewed and revised contracts for accuracy and completeness.
  • Tracked contract milestones and updated stakeholders to facilitate project progress.
  • Addressed contract disputes and provided advice and guidance to resolve issues.
  • Streamlined operations by developing and implementing improved contract management processes.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
  • Negotiated and drafted IT Services, SaaS, PaaS, Marketing, Professional Services, Construction contracts.

Senior Contract Analyst

CC Services, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Evaluate and Execute Service contracts
  • Act as a liaison between the Business Unit, VMO, the Vendor and COUNTRY’s OGC
  • Ensure negotiated Agreements adhere to COUNTRY and OGC policies
  • Evaluate and negotiate rates and ensure contracts adhere to negotiated rates
  • Assisted in implementing and documenting process changes
  • Systems used: Microsoft Office, Novatus

Buyer D at Caterpillar, Mossville

Volt
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Analyze spend by category, supplier, and business unit
  • Assist in the creation of a “dashboard” to analyze business unit and supplier adherence to Purchasing policies
  • Evaluate and Execute Consulting Service contracts
  • Act as a liaison between the Business Unit, Global Purchasing, the Consultant and Caterpillar’s Legal department
  • Ensure negotiated Agreements adhere to Purchasing practices
  • Evaluate and negotiate consulting rates and ensure contracts adhere to negotiated rates
  • Assisted in implementing process changes
  • Systems used: Lognet, Microsoft Office, CAPS, SAP, Ariba, Lotus Notes
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align purchasing decisions with organizational goals.
  • Established relationships with key suppliers to enhance collaboration and communication.
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
  • Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
  • Reviewed legal documents such as contracts and non-disclosure agreements to ensure compliance with company policies.

Education

Paralegal Certificate -

Illinois Central College
Peoria, Illinois
01.2019

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management concentration

Robert Morris College
Peoria, Illinois
01.2008

Skills

  • Supportive interpersonal skills
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Effective time management
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Responsive to shifting priorities
  • Skilled in simultaneous task execution
  • Effective written communication
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Proficient in computer applications
  • Proficient in organization techniques
  • Strategic issue analysis

Timeline

Associate Contract Development

Baxter Healthcare Corporation
11.2021 - Current

Senior Paralegal and Contracts Coordinator

Vogt Power International Inc.
02.2021 - 11.2021

Contracts Coordinator – Office of the General Counsel

Illinois Farm Bureau
01.2016 - 01.2021

Senior Contract Analyst

CC Services, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016

Buyer D at Caterpillar, Mossville

Volt
01.2012 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management concentration

Robert Morris College

Paralegal Certificate -

Illinois Central College

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