Paige Dolan: in Colorado Springs, CO

* Managed 140+ vendor relationships * On-boarded 50+ new vendors * Grew average monthly bookings from $313,000 to $413,000 * Grew yearly bookings from $3,800,000 to $5,000,000 * Increased margin 3% year over year, exceeding targets * Sourced compelling product merchandise assortment to maximize sales, profit margin, and customer engagement * Negotiated initial purchase price and established final sales price to maximize gross margin * Analyzed historical sales data to make strategic adjustments to overall category plans * Developed seasonal business strategies to grow business through campaigns and tailored promotions * Planned and managed seasonal MAP windows and inventory forecasts for key vendors * Developed and maintained key vendor relationships through trade shows and networking

* Managed outreach and engagement efforts with companies of up to $500,000,000 in annual revenue and participated in the progression of deal cycles * Collaborated with virtual team to generate tailored solutions for complex customer technical barriers * Identified high-growth verticals, while understanding customer's business and competitive strategy * Advised and educated emerging businesses on technical strategy and operations to drive growth * Established a consultative and harmonious relationship with individuals from all corners of the industry to connect, compete, and solve business problems

* Supported the director of the department and seven buyers * Initial department contact responding to walk-ins, phone inquiries, emails and mail * Arranged meetings, prepared travel documents and expense reports, wrote business process guides * Responsible for vendor database integrity: ensuring accuracy through timely supplier entry and updates * Managed records for important contracts and agreements: purchase orders, public works, insurance, events * Processed company credit cards, affiliation agreements, insurance and supply orders * Completed several large-scale projects: AEP Award application, on-campus catering, Task Order Service Agreement extensions, multiyear insurance management, and foreign travel insurance * Screened resumes, interviewed candidates, and created training schedule for student assistant opening