Tristen Dause
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional recognized for exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities. Reliable and adaptable, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills effectively. Committed to leveraging these strengths to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. A strong focus on collaboration and innovation ensures the delivery of high-quality results in dynamic environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Vendor Management Specialist
Cherokee Nation Public Health
Tahlequah, OK
04.2026 - Current
- Ensure compliance with USDA regulations, WIC policies, and federal program requirements across vendor operations
- Analyze vendor certification data to evaluate effectiveness, accuracy, and compliance outcomes
- Validate Competitive Price Criteria (CPC) and Not to Exceed (NTE) pricing calculations
- Monitor vendor activity, redemption trends, and benefits usage to identify anomalies
- Detect high-risk vendor patterns and potential fraud, reporting findings to leadership
- Prepare and deliver data for audits, management evaluations, and USDA reporting (FDP)
- Support EBT implementation and vendor system integration efforts
- Provide technical guidance to vendors on compliance and operational requirements
- Collaborate on policy updates, training initiatives, and process improvements
- Coordinate statewide vendor certification and re-certification processes
Administrative Assistant, Vendor Management
Cherokee Nation Public Health
Tahlequah, OK
06.2024 - 04.2026
- Maintained electronic and physical records in compliance with federal and program regulations
- Prepared audit-ready documentation and supported audit processes
- Utilized Excel and database systems to monitor performance and ensure data accuracy
- Responded to inquiries from clients, providing accurate information regarding services offered by the department.
- Developed organizational tools to streamline office processes and improve overall departmental productivity.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration Coursework
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OKSkills
- Supplier relationship management
- Business analysis
- Vendor management
- Stakeholder management
- Regulatory compliance
- Supply chain optimization
- Strategic sourcing
Timeline
Vendor Management Specialist
Cherokee Nation Public Health
04.2026 - Current
Administrative Assistant, Vendor Management
Cherokee Nation Public Health
06.2024 - 04.2026
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration Coursework
Northeastern State University