LYNN LESNIEWSKI
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Organized Order Clerk demonstrates strong communication skills with commitment to exceeding client expectations. Dedicated to consistent accuracy and proficiency when performing routine tasks and utilizes problem-solving abilities to formulate solutions to complex issues.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Order Specialist
Alliance Sales and Marketing
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Enhanced order accuracy by meticulously reviewing and verifying customer information and product specifications.
- Reduced order processing time with thorough attention to detail and efficient multitasking skills.
- Processed and submitted high-volume purchase orders from major retail and distribution partners such as UNFI, KeHe, DPI Mid-Atlantic, and Hy-Vee, ensuring each order met the required accuracy and discount validation standards prior to submission.
- Reviewed and verified all pricing, promotions, and discounts listed on POs to detect discrepancies before processing, reducing billing errors and preventing delays in shipment.
- Investigated and resolved 100's of PO-related issues such as order duplications, missing data, or pricing conflicts by collaborating with both vendors and distributors, improving resolution speed and minimizing order rejections.
- Maintained and updated 100's of POO entries in the Telus Consumer Goods (OMS) system, ensuring real-time tracking and accurate order records for internal reporting and client audits.
- Remote
Purchase Order Coordinator
Presence Marketing/Dynamic Presence
01.2013 - 09.2022
- Assisted in training new hires on company processes and procedures related to order coordination.
- Handled full-cycle processing of incoming POs from national retailers and distributors, including UNFI, KeHe, and DPI Mid-Atlantic, ensuring all orders complied with company policies and distributor expectations.
- Recorded and tracked 100's of order values and totals using QuickBooks to assist the accounts receivable team with financial reporting, invoice tracking, and cash flow management.
- Communicated consistently with vendors and distributor partners to clarify order terms, address shipping discrepancies, and ensure timely confirmation of order processing.
- Organized and maintained extensive digital records using SharePoint, categorizing PO folders and archiving documents to improve accessibility and team collaboration.
- Entered and updated 100's of live orders via EDI (EDICT) Systems, achieving high accuracy in digital transactions and reducing manual errors in large scale order volumes.
QCT Logistics Assistant
Misumi USA
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Answered phones, filing, general office duties
- Answer emails from customer service regarding customer orders
- Problem Solving
- Data Entry (8000 kpm)
- Prepare packing slips for the warehouse to ship orders out
- Schedule freight pick up orders with various freight companies
- Investigate any issues regarding orders Account Payable (Software SAP)
Dispatcher Assistant
UPS Freight
03.2010 - 08.2011
- Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of [Number] fleet vehicles.
- Collaborated with fellow dispatchers to maintain a seamless workflow during shift changes.
- Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
- Assisted with billing.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Hersey High School
Arlington Heights, IL Skills
- Data entry skills
- Invoicing and billing
- Purchase order management
- Shipping procedures
- Order proofing
- Organization skills
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- MS office
- Shipping and receiving
- Billing
- MS office suite
Timeline
Order Specialist
Alliance Sales and Marketing
10.2022 - 03.2025
Purchase Order Coordinator
Presence Marketing/Dynamic Presence
01.2013 - 09.2022
QCT Logistics Assistant
Misumi USA
08.2011 - 06.2012
Dispatcher Assistant
UPS Freight
03.2010 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
John Hersey High School
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