Doreen Alexander
Snohomish,WA
Summary
Methodical Analyst/Procurement Manager with background overseeing purchase of goods and services on behalf of organization. Seasoned expert at bid process guidance and contract administration. Experienced professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 25 plus years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Analyst/Procurement Manager
Tulalip Casino And Resort
09.2009 - 05.2021
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.
- Devised and implemented strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.
- Developed and tracked metrics to measure supplier performance and cost savings.
Manager
Tulalip Resort Casino
03.2004 - 05.2021
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Tulalip Resort Casino
12.2003 - 05.2021
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Organized and updated schedules for executives.
- Gathered documents, data and formulated analytics to prepare issues for discussion and reports for review.
- Used software to coordinate meetings, appointments, and tasks senior executives.
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Implemented updated policies and practices for organization and monitored effect.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Conducted research and analyzed data to provide detailed reports on various business topics.
Senior Project Coordinator
Tulalip Casino And Resort
01.2002 - 05.2021
- Drafted and presented operations and delivery policy change proposals to senior leadership.
- Created project roadmaps for staff, defining specific milestones and timelines to encourage timely project completion.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance project success.
- Published progress reports, updating senior leadership and stakeholders on overall project development.
- Authored best practice guidelines to participating project members, setting policies and protocols to maximize efficiency and reduce risk.
- Created project tracking database to provide central repository for progress and fault monitoring efforts.
- Followed up on change orders to ongoing projects, confirming necessary alternation completions occurred on time.
- Managed all administrative and logistical functions for the opening of New Tulalip Casino in 2003 and the New Quil Ceda Creek Casino in 2021.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WASkills
- Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) Software
- Instructing
- Operational Standards
- Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management
- Loss Prevention Strategies
- Oversee Vendors
- Commodity Management
- Retail Platforms
- Accounting Procedures
- Supplier Management
- Business Review Preparation
- Operational Improvements
- Procurement Proposals
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Procurement Expertise
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 150 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Operations Analyst/Procurement Manager
Tulalip Casino And Resort
09.2009 - 05.2021
Manager
Tulalip Resort Casino
03.2004 - 05.2021
Executive Administrative Assistant
Tulalip Resort Casino
12.2003 - 05.2021
Senior Project Coordinator
Tulalip Casino And Resort
01.2002 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Central Washington University
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