Aleksandra Podrez
Birmingham,West Midlands
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and experience managing projects, optimising processes, and supporting senior stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft and Power Platform tools, with a track record of improving efficiency, enabling collaboration, and delivering high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Learning Programs Manager
Siemens Digital Industries Software
Solihull, West Midlands
01.2026 - Current
- Lead global technical and sales enablement initiatives across the Siemens DI Software portfolio, supporting product adoption and commercial performance.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders across product, sales, and regional teams to align learning strategy with business objectives.
- Manage cross-functional international projects, ensuring scalable and consistent programme delivery.
- Automate reporting and operational processes using Python, Power Automate, and advanced Excel, improving efficiency and data visibility.
- Analyse programme performance data to drive continuous improvement and support strategic decision-making.
Marketing and Courseware Coordinator
Siemens Digital Industries Software
Solihull, West Midlands
08.2024 - 01.2026
- Coordinated cross-functional and global projects, delivering clear progress reports to senior stakeholders.
- Designed and implemented a Power Platform tracker integrating SharePoint, Planner, and automated workflows, reducing manual admin and improving efficiency.
- Introduced AI-driven process improvements, boosting productivity and knowledge-sharing across the team.
- Collaborated with global colleagues to deliver projects on time and adapt to dynamic challenges.
- Produced professional reports and documentation in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word to support stakeholder decision-making.
Area Sales Representative
Pay Weekly Ltd.
Birmingham, West Midlands
02.2018 - 04.2025
- Built and maintained client relationships, tailoring solutions to business needs.
- Identified growth opportunities through prospecting and quantitative market research.
- Consistently exceeded targets by applying data-driven strategies with resilience in a competitive environment.
- Delivered persuasive client presentations using Excel and PowerPoint to strengthen negotiations.
Retail Sales Associate
Waitrose and Partners
Birmingham, West Midlands
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided high-quality client service, handled transactions accurately, and worked effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Sales Assistant
Tebay Services
Appleby-in-Westmorland
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Delivered efficient customer service in a high-volume café environment, building strong communication and teamwork skills under pressure.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
Arden University
Coventry01-2027
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
Arden University
Coventry, COV 2024 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Criminology and Psychology
Arden University
Coventry, COV 2021 - 2023
A-Levels - Business
AEC Tuition
Birmingham 2020 - 2020
A-Levels - Psychology
AEC Tuition
Birmingham 2020 - 2020
A-Levels - Polish
AEC Tuition
Birmingham 2020 - 2020
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, History, Polish
Highschool no 3
Gdansk, Poland 2015 - 2017
Skills
- Financial & Analytical: Financial analysis and valuation, highly numerate, financial modelling
- Technical: Advanced Excel, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint Lists, workflow automation, Python (automation and data analysis – developing proficiency)
- Professional: Stakeholder engagement, client management, teamwork, communication
- Languages: English (Fluent), Polish (Fluent), French (Intermediate – B1/B2, self-directed study)
Hobbies and interests
- Literature
- History
- Collecting vintage jewellery
- Running & outdoor activities
Certificates
- Inprogress - CIPD level 7 qualification
- Investment Banking: Financial Analysis and Valuation – University of Illinois (Coursera)
- Excel for Accounting – LinkedIn Learning
- Corporate Finance: Robust Financial Modeling – LinkedIn Learning
- Microsoft Power Apps & Canvas Apps – Microsoft Certified (Digital Skills)
- Introduction to Alteryx - LinkedIn Learning
- Alteryx for Beginners - Coursera
- Conducting a Company Training Needs Analysis - LinkedIn Learning
- Instructional Design: Needs Analysis - LinkedIn Learning
- Understanding customer needs - Thrive
- Foundations of Accessible Learning - LinkedIn Learning
- Emotional Resilience for Managers - Coursera
- Elearning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks - Coursera
- GenAI for Learning and Development - Coursera
- Learning Foundations: Theory to Practice - LinkedIn Learning
- Learning Program Management - LinkedIn Learning
Timeline
Technical Learning Programs Manager
Siemens Digital Industries Software
01.2026 - Current
Marketing and Courseware Coordinator
Siemens Digital Industries Software
08.2024 - 01.2026
Retail Sales Associate
Waitrose and Partners
06.2024 - 08.2024
Area Sales Representative
Pay Weekly Ltd.
02.2018 - 04.2025
Sales Assistant
Tebay Services
06.2017 - 08.2017
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, History, Polish
Highschool no 3
2015 - 2017
A-Levels - Polish
AEC Tuition
2020 - 2020
A-Levels - Psychology
AEC Tuition
2020 - 2020
A-Levels - Business
AEC Tuition
2020 - 2020
Certificate of Higher Education - Criminology and Psychology
Arden University
2021 - 2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
Arden University
2024 - Current
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
Arden University