Loretta B. Werner

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Elizabeth, PA 15037-2044

412-***-**** (H) / 412-***-**** (C)

Objective

To obtain a long term, full time position that will challenge me, allowing me to use my education, skills and past experiences in a way that is mutually beneficial to both myself and my employer and allow for future growth and advancement.

Special Skills

* Associate Degree in Business Management.

* Highly effective negotiation and interpersonal skills.

* Fully computer-capable – SAP, Window 10, Microsoft Office

* Proficient in all facets of office procedures.

* Capable of organizing and coordinating special projects.

* Effective interaction with all levels of management.

* Ability to work independently, allowing for better management workflow.

Experience

Gardner Denver Nash LLC

Charleroi, PA 15022 1988 - 2017

Buyer/Expeditor – 2008 – 2017

* Negotiation, supplier development, supplier consolidation, and payment term discounts.

* Reduce shortages, maintain WIP inventory, eliminate early receipts, and reduce lead times.

* Place orders within lead times, receive purchase order confirmation; monitor suppliers

progress and hold accountable.

* Place orders and maintain accounts for indirect buys, and non-production purchased items

* Managed multiple annual blanket purchase orders – some with values of over $275,000.00

* Oversee vendors managed inventory. Combined value - $425,000+

* Determination of discrepancy; prompt resolution, internal or on the part of the supplier.

* Monitor and manage GRIR current list.

* Attain cost savings equal to 5% of total spending for the current year.

* Participate in all Lean / 6S projects.

Administrative Assistant / Secretary – Engineering Department - 1990 - 2008

* Secretary to Manager of Project Engineers, Sales and Application Engineers, and

Marketing Development Manager.

* Assisted with the recording and tracking of drawings and documentation required for engineers.

* Communicate with sales offices, sales representatives and vendor requesting additional

information required for the projects.

* Preparation and compilation of sales reports, monitoring quotation

and booking activity, and managing distribution of controlled documentation.

* Responsible for appointment scheduling and travel.

* Assist Sales, Application, and Marketing Engineers on special, time sensitive projects.

* Assisted in the certification of ISO 9001.

* Served as Secretary and President for the President’s Employee Council for Nash

Engineering Company - Elizabeth Division

* Coordinated sales conferences and training seminar for outside sales offices

Secretary / Receptionist – 1988 – 1990

* Secretary to the General Manager, Chief Engineer and Engineering staff

* Answering and directing all incoming telephone calls

* Greeted and assisted visitors

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