Alexandra Canizales

About Alexandra Canizales

Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in data governance, compliance, and lifecycle management. Skilled in coordinating controlled document workflows, maintaining data tracking systems, and ensuring adherence to configuration management policies. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, generating program metrics, and streamlining processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Experience

1. Assistant Contracts Manager

   Gartner

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Reviewed and revised NDAs, SOWs, MSAs, and POs to embed compliance requirements (reduced compliance escalations by ~30% and improved first pass approvals across teams)- validated complex data sets and documentation for compliance with configuration management policies, leveraging PLM tools to ensure accuracy and timely delivery- Operationalized approval routing in DocuSign and Adobe, integrating checkpoints in Salesforce CLM; cut cycle time from draft to execution by ~25% and strengthened auditability of consumer facing promotions and offers- Maintained and updated contract templates and internal knowledge databases; track contractual obligations and amendments using Salesforce CLM- Lead a team of three Contracts Specialists, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback to apply contractual guidelines while maintaining SLA adherence and regulatory accuracy- Collaborated with global teams (NA, EMEA, APAC, UK) to ensure consistency and compliance across jurisdictions- Conducted legal research and support compliance tracking for regulatory topics including data privacy, procurement, and industry-specific requirements- Prepared executive-level reports on contract metrics, compliance, and team performance.

Education

• University of Miami

  Bachelor of Science in Communication, Broadcast Journalism and Sport Administration

  2009 — 2013

• University of Miami

  Master’s Degree, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

  2015 — 2016