Joanne Somers
Wayne, PA *9087
Objective: Pursue a challenging position offering my office administration experience and
knowledge. Willing to assume additional responsibilities and opportunities to
further assist the company in maintaining the highest level of performance and
efficiency.
Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office 2010, 2007, 2003 Word, Excel, PowerPoint &
Outlook.
Professional Experience:
Fortune 500 Companies
1999 – Present GE Trailer Fleet Services, Wayne, PA
1993 – 1999 Lockheed Martin, King of Prussia, PA
1990 1993 GE Aerospace, King of Prussia, PA
Professional Responsibilities:
Responsible for all office administration processes and activities pertaining to executive
officer management.
Provide support to regional managers, territory managers and customers within the region.
Interface with government agencies, i.e., DoD at locations requiring special
access/clearance for GE/Lockheed employees assigned to specific government contracts.
Assist customers in State retitling of DMV/HCD equipment.
Attend weekly staff meetings and perform assigned action items.
Manage Letters of Credit with large banks.
Maintain employees’ T&L expenses on monthly basis.
Monitor/input monthly invoice payments via spreadsheet.
Balance accounts payable system on weekly and monthly basis to insure accuracy within
the system. Request W 9’s from vendors to create new supplier. Utilize Oracle purchasing
system to create PO’s for vendor payment.
Create PowerPoint presentations in accordance with GE model.
Maintain highest level of excellence in “compliance” according to GE Spirit and Letter.
Subscribe to GE growth values: Expertise, Inclusiveness, External Focus, Clear Thinking
and Imagination.
Education
Villanova University, A.A.
Peirce College, Certificate
Volunteer
Church Lector
Eucharistic Ministry
GE Women’s Network Steering Committee Member – Communications
Employment Experience
GE Capital Trailer Fleet Services, Wayne, PA 1999 present
Support Senior Vice Presidents (3) – Risk Management, Asset Management, Operations
and General Counsel;
Enter 75% of GE Trailer Fleet Services invoices into Oracle for SVP approvals;
Utilize various online processes/workflows to expedite information;
Support General Counsel and consulting attorneys; maintain log for attorneys’ fees;
Orchestrate daily Deal Review Meeting process directed by Sales leader;
Comply with GE’s Spirit and Letter, i.e., performing with integrity;
Committed to GE’s values: Passionate, Resourceful, Accountable, Teamwork;
Continue to explore methods/challenges utilizing new initiatives;
Seized opportunities to assist Legal department activities as the department
continues to identify project deadlines monthly;
Maintain Letters of Credit for weaker credit customers and obtain renewals;
Flexible work schedule.
Lockheed/Martin Marietta, King of Prussia, PA 1993 1999
Support Vice President & Staff (4) Strategic Systems & Communications;
Attend weekly staff meetings, record/issue minutes;
Responsible for maintaining personnel records, manpower reports, salary plans, expense
preparation, overhead expenses;
Compile, prepare, maintain classified document library, including reproduction,
logging, internal/external distribution; perform semi annual inventory as required by U.S.
Government;
Proficient use of PowerPoint chart techniques;
Coordinate off site/internal meetings across multiple locations;
Perform administrative duties as required to assist managers in the daily activities
connected with the efficient functioning of the operation.
GE Aerospace, Philadelphia & King of Prussia, PA 1990 1993
Executive Administrative Assistant positions in various departments within GE including GE
Aerospace Group Staff, Environmental Programs, Communications & Strategic Systems,
Purchasing & Sourcing, Business Development including the following tasks:
Assist with the implementation of business/operating plans while directly supporting
GE Officer & staff;
Executive presentation preparation utilizing PowerPoint & Excel;
Prepare goals, objectives budgets for corporate reporting;
Arrange intricate international travel, including passports, visas;
Complete electronic expense reports for GE Officer and four staff members;
Maintain all aspects of managing office;
Secure classified document files in accordance with Department of Defense regulations.
Other:
Always volunteer for special projects;
Continue to see challenging assignments in support of business leaders;
Positioned to take on more responsibilities;
Seize opportunities to assist department activities;
Adapt to new methods;
Total commitment to work assignments.