Paige Proksel
Bellevue,NE
Summary
Organized and dependable, proven successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. High level of execution, team player, excited to learn new skills and take on professional challenges while utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Black Hills Energy
12.2022 - Current
- Contributed to the development and implementation of procurement strategies across multiple categories, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices.
- Managed vendor relationships effectively, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution for optimal partnership outcomes.
- Utilized e-sourcing tools effectively for RFx events, streamlining the bidding process while maintaining fairness among participants.
- Evaluated supplier proposals thoroughly based on quality, cost competitiveness, lead time commitments, reliability history assessment of financial stability.
- Educated internal clients on the importance of compliance with procurement policies and procedures, fostering a culture of proactive risk management.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for cost savings, leading to improved profit margins and reduced expenses.
Materials Coordinator
Black Hills Energy
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Efficiently managed two warehouses by completing monthly cycle counts, assessing min/max levels, and implementing an item organization infrastructure to ensure proper stock quantities were met.
- Utilized PeopleSoft to create online POs and requisitions, process receipts and inventory checkouts/returns, and oversee replenishment requests.
- Communicated closely with cross-functional team members: construction planners, operations teams, and contracting crews in order to meet the material needs for both routine work and emergency situations.
- Developed a guide to inform contractors how to properly and accurately make use of electronic material requests.
- Provided reliable support during audits by presenting well-organized documentation, ensuring transparency in inventory management processes.
- Served as primary point-of-contact for internal stakeholders regarding material-related concerns or inquiries, providing prompt resolution when needed.
Utility Line Locator
Black Hills Energy
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Excelled with damage prevention by accurately completing locates and serving as a customer service liaison while communicating with contractors, customers, and utility reps through the utilization of both written and over-the-phone communication
- Exhibited safety skills and continued strong safety culture by: participating in weekly safety calls, presenting numerous safety shares, performing monthly vehicle inspections, and carrying-out on-site visits
- Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills by utilizing multiple information sources, such as radio detection equipment, mapping, and working cross-functionally with other co-workers and departments in order to complete locates precisely and efficiently
- Partnered with multiple lines of business, to properly communicate operation updates with the appropriate teams and leaders
Operations and Maintenance
Omaha Public Schools
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Worked with senior building engineers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules for up to 30 different schools
- Strategically approached projects where I coordinated work amongst team members and mapped out quadrants of each building in order to meet deadlines with optimal efficiency
- Utilized various equipment and moving techniques to safely extract and replace classroom furniture
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration- Marketing, Management, and Human Resources
University of Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, NE12.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Office
- PeopleSoft Financials
- Negotiation Strategies
- Time Prioritization
- Customer Service
Activities & Volunteering
- Aspire Mentoring Circle (2021)
- Aspire Conference (2021)
- Aspire Mentoring Circle Leader (2022)
- Work Ambassador (2021-Present)
- United Way (2023-2024)
- Red Cross (2024)
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Black Hills Energy
12.2022 - Current
Materials Coordinator
Black Hills Energy
04.2022 - 12.2022
Utility Line Locator
Black Hills Energy
01.2021 - 04.2022
Operations and Maintenance
Omaha Public Schools
04.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration- Marketing, Management, and Human Resources
University of Nebraska Omaha
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