SONJA PROX-DEYL
Boca Raton
Summary
Skilled and result-driven Purchasing Supervisor with 12+ years of extensive experience in purchasing and accounting. Strongly self-motivated professional with broad communication and negotiation skills and knowledge of financial markets. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Assistant - Part Time
West Coast Event Productions
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute seamless catering events for clients.
- Coordinated closely with other staff members during events for smooth service delivery.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety guidelines, preventing any potential health risks or violations.
- Offered excellent customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Maintained professional demeanor under pressure during high-stress situations, contributing to overall success of catered events.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional catering services at various events.
- Created visually appealing buffet displays that attracted positive attention from event attendees.
- Assisted in resolving any unforeseen issues that arose during events, mitigating negative impacts on client experience.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Set up and broke down event spaces efficiently, ensuring timely completion of tasks while minimizing disruption to guests.
- Supported efficient kitchen operations by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Contributed to positive work environment by offering support and assistance to colleagues during peak times.
Expeditor
Roman Global Resources
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Advised the team of progress on orders, deliveries and manufacturing
- Purchased raw material for manufacturing
- Supported S&R Department when necessary
- Collaborated with the team regarding customer orders
- Assisted in manufacturing parts to expedite orders
- Fostered team spirit between departments
- Expedited incoming & outgoing supplies for manufacturing
- Maintained customer relations
- Coordinated and updated parts inventory
- Aided in all administrative tasks
Purchasing Supervisor
Hotel Irvine - The Irvine Company
11.2013 - 04.2020
- Ordered and monitored expenses of hotel supplies, food & beverages for 4 outlets with an overall annual revenue of $9,000,000
- Saved over $100,000 for the hotel through effective price negotiations
- Established operational standards for all inflow and outflow deliveries
- Managed and maintained positive relationships with over 50 vendors
- Approved invoices in SAP and reconciled all vendor accounts
- Collaborated with departments to perform monthly inventories
- Prepared monthly accruals and month-end documentation
- Collaborated with high-level corporate officers to transition hotel ownership and renovation
Purchasing Supervisor
Hyatt Regency Hotel
01.2007 - 11.2013
- Ordered hotel supplies and beverages for 500+ room hotel
- Created and received purchase orders on Birchstreet
- Managed the inflow and outflow of shipments for hotel and guests
- Coordinated Formscape and Birchstreet use with vendors
- Reconciled invoices for month-end inventories and accruals
- Optimized budget allocation by identifying new cost-saving opportunities in the procurement process.
- Provided guidance and support to junior team members, fostering professional growth and development in their procurement careers.
- Organized training sessions for staff to enhance skill development in procurement processes and software applications.
Education
Hotel Management -
Steigenberger Hotelfachschule
07.1984
Associates Equivalent - Business, Accounting Emphasis
Fachoberschule
07.1983
Skills
- Negotiation
- Vendor Relations Management
- Time Management
- Oral and Written Communication
- Forecasting
- Birchstreet Systems Administrator
- SAP
- OPERA
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Workplace Safety
- Creative Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Customer Service
- Hospitality and Accommodation
- Team Management
- Sanitation and Safety
- Inventory Monitoring
- Chef Support
- Reliability and Punctuality
Websites
Languages
German
English
Volunteer Experience
Helping Hands Worldwide, Laguna Beach, Distribute fresh and healthy food to our heart of the communities and to our troops of Camp Pendleton
Recognition
- Employee of the Month, Hotel Irvine, 03/01/15, 06/01/19
- Employee of the Month, Hyatt, 10/01/03, 01/01/11, 03/01/13
Timeline
Expeditor
Roman Global Resources
10.2021 - 05.2022
Catering Assistant - Part Time
West Coast Event Productions
01.2021 - 07.2024
Purchasing Supervisor
Hotel Irvine - The Irvine Company
11.2013 - 04.2020
Purchasing Supervisor
Hyatt Regency Hotel
01.2007 - 11.2013
Associates Equivalent - Business, Accounting Emphasis
Fachoberschule
Hotel Management -
Steigenberger Hotelfachschule
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