Kimberly Hays
Contract & Vendor Management Leader | Legal & IT Expertise | Skilled in Negotiations, Risk Mitigation & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Role
- Vendor Management Analyst at Delta Faucet Company
- Location
- Carmel, IN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kimberly Hays
I am an experienced professional with a robust background in legal, contract management, and IT vendor management, combining legal acumen with operational insights to facilitate sound business decisions. My career spans both legal and IT departments, with a focus on vendor management, contract review and negotiation, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration. In my current and previous roles, I have spearheaded contract negotiations for vendor agreements as well as customer-facing agreements, conducted Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), supported sourcing initiatives, and provided training to internal teams. I have closely collaborated with sales, procurement, and legal teams to ensure that agreements align with business objectives while maintaining compliance and minimizing risk. Additionally, I have led teams of contract specialists, overseen performance reviews, implemented strategic hiring practices, and developed and coached direct reports. My qualifications include: • In-depth knowledge of contracts, corporate law, and intellectual property law • Experience managing vendor relationships and leading process improvements • Leadership development and coaching • A Master\'s degree in Technology and Organizational Leadership • Project Management certification I am currently seeking a Contract Manager or IT Vendor Manager Lead/Manager position where I can contribute value through a combination of legal expertise, technological understanding, and collaborative leadership. Let’s connect!
Experience
Vendor Management Analyst
Sep 2021 — Present · Carmel, IN, US
Review and Negotiate contracts with IS vendors that include Master agreements, licensing, SAAS, Statement of Works, Change Orders. Work closely with internal stakeholders with their business reviews to stay in compliance and meet deadlines.Create and track existing vendor performance, contract management, sourcing and vendor management compliance KPI\'s.Serve as the IS liaison by working closely with legal and other external departments to resolve IS vendor management matters.
Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Arts & Humanities
Purdue University
Master of Technology - MTech, Organizational Leadership
Indiana University Indianapolis
Bachelor of Arts - BA
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