Gretchen Krause

Gretchen Krause is an experienced purchasing and buying professional with a career spanning over three decades. Currently serving as a Purchasing Specialist at Marianna Industries since January 2022, Gretchen previously worked as a Senior Buyer at Nobbies from May 2012 to the present. Prior experience includes serving as the In-Store Marketing Presentation Coordinator and Marketing Ad Planner at Pamida, where responsibilities included maintaining presentation standards and leading advertising processes for a significant sales volume. Earlier roles at Oriental Trading Company encompassed positions as Buyer for Home Decor and Crafts, Artwork & Sample Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant to the Creative Director, contributing to substantial annual sales and managing product assortments. Gretchen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Wayne State College.