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Katie Pfeffer

Downingtown

Summary

Dedicated Administrative and Marketing professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Affairs Manager

Benson Hill
11.2022 - 12.2024
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing public affairs initiatives aligning with organizational goals.
  • Developed corporate communication strategies to enhance brand visibility and stakeholder engagement.
  • Fostered strong relationships with external stakeholders, promoting open dialogue and collaboration.
  • Implemented tracking systems for measuring the effectiveness of corporate affairs activities and engagements.
  • Managed budgets for various corporate affairs initiatives, ensuring cost-effective outcomes while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
  • Developed compelling content for both internal and external communications materials including press releases, newsletters, speeches, presentations, and social media posts.
  • Implemented successful employee engagement programs that fostered a positive organizational culture and increased retention rates.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to align corporate affairs strategies with business objectives.
  • Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
  • Executed comprehensive marketing plans that consistently achieved targets for increased revenue.
  • Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
  • Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal and external meetings.
  • Coordinated events such as tradeshows, conferences and roundtable discussions with key stakeholders in order to enhance organizational presence within the industry.
  • Mentored junior team members in best practices for corporate affairs management, fostering professional growth within the department.
  • Coordinated the Benson Hill tour program for internal and external groups.
  • Managed the company eStore, launch seasonal online shopping events for company merchandise.
  • Developed and maintained the internal company website.
  • Participate in the unified employee council leading efforts in DEI, Safety and Employee Engagement.


Executive Assistant

Benson Hill
04.2021 - 11.2022
  • Executive Assistant to the Chief People Officer, HR unit, VP of Strategic Engagement and Communications, Events and Experience Director.
  • Coordinated executive schedules, optimizing time management and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
  • Enabled optimal participation in meetings and interactions by providing the appropriate briefing and materials in advance.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Enhanced efficiency of meeting outcomes by preparing detailed minutes and action items.
  • Ensured preparation and validation of expense reports.
  • Created and maintained company wide org charts, distribution and team lists.
  • Managed complex travel arrangements, enhancing efficiency and reducing logistical challenges for senior leadership.
  • Coordinated biweekly department meetings and developed comprehensive meeting agendas.
  • Aided in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.
  • Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
  • Support varied launch projects.
  • Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in more effective project coordination and execution.
  • Improved document management and accessibility with creation of centralized digital repository.
  • Managed certain procurement workflows (e.g., contracts, check requisitions, PO management).

Administrative Assistant II

Benson Hill
07.2019 - 04.2021
  • Managed scheduling for executive meetings, optimizing time management and resource allocation.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems, improving document retrieval efficiency and organization.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Purchasing Coordinator

Agora Refreshments
07.2018 - 05.2019
  • Coordinated procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes, enhancing accuracy and reducing order errors.
  • Analyzed market trends to inform strategic purchasing decisions and inventory management.
  • Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stockouts and excess inventory costs while maintaining optimal product availability.
  • Collaborated with internal and external customers and managed all pricing and availability of all products.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize cost efficiency.
  • Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
  • Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
  • Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.

Office Coordinator

Agora Refreshments
10.2015 - 07.2018
  • Intercepted incoming calls for service and customer orders, dispatched or rerouted technicians in the field based on urgency.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, assisting with daily tasks as needed to promote productivity across the organization.
  • Tracked records, filed documents, and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
  • Assisted with the hiring process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote company culture.
  • Submitted daily deposits, processed credit card transactions, uploaded invoices to client portals.
  • Coordinated daily office operations to ensure efficient workflow and communication across departments.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to streamline supply ordering and reduce overhead costs.

Education

B.S.B.A - Marketing

Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO

Skills

  • Content development
  • Internal communications
  • Corporate communications
  • Problem-solving
  • Concur
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adobe
  • Greenhouse
  • SmartSheet
  • HubSpot
  • Slicktext
  • Sharepoint

Timeline

Corporate Affairs Manager

Benson Hill
11.2022 - 12.2024

Executive Assistant

Benson Hill
04.2021 - 11.2022

Administrative Assistant II

Benson Hill
07.2019 - 04.2021

Purchasing Coordinator

Agora Refreshments
07.2018 - 05.2019

Office Coordinator

Agora Refreshments
10.2015 - 07.2018

B.S.B.A - Marketing

Saint Louis University

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