Elizabeth S. Thompson
*** ********** ******, ***. ***, Pittsburgh, PA 15139
412-***-**** -- ********@***.***
EXPERIENCE
ZENITH INFOTECH
Business Development Representative, December 2009-Present
Warrendale, PA
. Manage a defined territory to achieve partner recruitment for
Zenith's various technology solutions
. Lead a 3-person team through a developed strategic sales plan
initiative for our territory
. Manage pipeline growth, strategic sales planning and prospecting in
the given territory
. Conduct live technical presentations at group events, trade shows
and seminars
HEINZ NORTH AMERICA
Warrendale, PA
Buyer (Contract Assignment), April-September 2009
. Ensured implementation and adherence to business strategies
o Managed daily procurement activities for the Heinz brands
. Directed project prioritization to ensure resources are allocated
effectively
o Executed multiple value engineering projects
. Managed new initiatives through work process flow
o Developed proactive approach to review and analyze new
initiatives in pipeline
Internships and Employment while attending Duquesne University:
SIEMENS
Pittsburgh, PA
Administrative Assistant, March-May 2009
. Supported Human Resources department to assess and verify
confidential employment data
SELECT INTERNATIONAL
Cranberry Township, PA
Marketing Intern, July-October 2008
. Developed marketing campaigns for major companies
MCKESSON AUTOMATION
Cranberry Township, PA
Supply Chain Management Intern, February-June 2008
. Developed cross functional team to identify excess and obsolete
inventory
. Improved process control of non-inventory items
o Developed process to control non-inventory items received,
stored and shipped in warehouse
. Wrote and updated standard operating procedures for materials
department
o Utilized process mapping via Microsoft Visio to graphically
represent current and future operating procedures
o Reduced duplicate efforts and streamlined processes for
materials management
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION
Canonsburg, PA
Marketing Analyst, October 2006-July 2007
. Created a training program for new recruits and current employees
in the IT Division of Northrop
. Managed daily marketing operations specific to the Canonsburg
location
. Designed and created Northrop's website: www.opentrac.com
. Representative for major tradeshows and technical demonstrations
around the United States
EDUCATION
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY
Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; May 2009
Double Major: Supply Chain Management and Marketing
SKILLS
Proficient in PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft
Access, exposure to SAP and ERP systems