Gretchen Johnson
Rosemount,MN
Summary
Experienced purchasing professional with top-notch leadership, program management and planning abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with organized nature and advanced problem-solving strengths. Improves policies, reduces waste and supports business needs with efficient, high-quality materials.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Mayflower Distributing
08.2001 - Current
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
Production Manager and Inventory Control
Mayflower Distributing
07.2001 - 08.2011
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Led a team of inventory control specialists, providing guidance, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
Customer Service Representative
Mayflower Distributing
09.1996 - 07.2001
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Education
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MNHigh School Diploma -
Rosemount High School
Rosemount, MN1991
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Coordination
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Inventory Management
- Forecasting
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Mayflower Distributing
08.2001 - Current
Production Manager and Inventory Control
Mayflower Distributing
07.2001 - 08.2011
Customer Service Representative
Mayflower Distributing
09.1996 - 07.2001
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Dakota County Technical College
High School Diploma -
Rosemount High School
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