Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Powerpoint & Adobe Pro.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Meat/Seafood Adminstrative Assistant
Kroger
Memphis, TN
02.2007 - Current
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel for him and several others.
Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Supported room reservations, agenda preparation and calendar maintenance for programs, meetings and events.
Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
Created PowerPoint presentations for business development purposes.
Interacted with vendors, stores and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Adobe Pro, Citrix, Mainframe systems and posting to Web.
Meat Buyer
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc.
Southaven, MS
07.2002 - 02.2007
Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Developed and improved account relationships.
Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action.
Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
Represented company at national and regional trade shows.
Administrator Assistant
T & S Marketing
Memphis, TN
06.1992 - 06.2002
Performed routine clerical tasks by scanning, filing and copying documents.
Composed, edited and prepared correspondence and other department documents.
Arranged conference rooms and facilities to prepare for meetings.
Maintained systems for claims for Armour-Swift Eckrich & Jennie-O Companies.
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
EXECUTIVE ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT at Gardner Trucking Inc. (acquired by CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc., 2016)EXECUTIVE ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT at Gardner Trucking Inc. (acquired by CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc., 2016)