MARK J. KUBICKI
** ****** **** ( Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Telephone: 949-***-**** ( Email: *.*******@***.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A diverse, results-oriented professional with excellent qualifications as a
Purchasing Agent. Command superior organizational, time management and
supervisory skills. Quickly establish working relationships with all
levels of management, co-workers, technical/engineering staff and
suppliers.
Self-disciplined and energetic, thinking clearly and calmly in a fast-paced
and changing environment. Emphasize a thorough working knowledge of
products and services. Achieve company goals with results in efficiency,
productivity and profitability.
Successfully coordinate multiple projects relating to manufacturing,
procurement and new product development. Record of achievement,
dependability, integrity, and ethics.
Key Strengths Include:
1. Strong negotiation skills in developing profitable
vendor/supplier relationships.
2. Adept in making critical decisions with sound judgment and cost-
effective solutions.
3. Utilize in-depth knowledge of the entire production process to
meet critical time deadlines and scheduling of projects.
4. Precise and thorough, maintaining accuracy and quality in work
performance.
5. Analytical and highly organized, resolving issues with tact and
diplomacy.
6. Work well independently or as part of a cross-functional team
effort.
Diverse Purchasing Experience Includes:
Specialized Tooling Armor Steel Fabricated Materials Components
Capital Equipment Repair Parts Ceramic Powders Facilities
Services
Maintenance Services Aluminum Machined Parts Worldwide Sources
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SENIOR BUYER ( Ceradyne - Costa Mesa, CA
Responsibilities include all aspects of purchasing armor steel,
OSV armor steel, graphite, graphite tooling, steel tooling, OSV
processes and equipment in support of over $700 million in
revenue. Work closely with the engineering department in
coordinating all special projects. Actively involved in the
implementation of a multi-million dollar facility including all
manufacturing improvements for this ISO 9000 company.
Directly accountable for a high volume of cost reduction
projects. Coordinate shipments, manage accounting and receiving
discrepancy resolutions and oversaw the system upgrade to DFAR
compliance. Generate all requisitions to ensure management
requests are met and provide support to the R&D
department/personnel. Disposition and process non-conforming
product.
Utilized ROI computer program for purchase order data entry
purposes. MS to handle the e-mailing of all Request For
Quotations, confirming purchase orders and audit related
documents. Trained on SAP. Create all shipment documentation
and ensure that critical shipments are accurately and
efficiently coordinated and completed. Prepare a variety of
reports and support documents. Collaborate closely with all
departments to ensure efficiency and meet critical production
deadlines. (1989 to 2008)
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)
BUYER ( Electronic Marketing Specialists - Tustin, CA
Directly accountable for the procurement of computer printers,
terminals and accessories as well as office furniture and
supplies for this national distributor. Assisted in planning
procurement requirements, provided cost control, coordinated
incoming shipments with vendors and monitored deliveries as well
as assisting in any returns. (1986 to 1988)
BUYER ( Eagle Computer - Garden Grove, CA
Charged with all parts and some tool procurement for this PC
manufacturer. Interacted closely with engineering personnel on
mechanical and electronic specifications. Distributed work
load, monitored material shortages and expedited processes.
Supervised and trained a junior buyer, secretary and all
temporary staff. (1984 to 1985)
BUYER ( Trans Com - Costa Mesa, CA
Conducted procurement of electronic components, connectors,
wire, hardware, mechanical and electro-mechanical parts.
Scheduled material requirements, worked closely with engineering
department personnel and expedited all processes to ensure
demand was met. (1984)
Additional Experience Includes:
BUYER ( Lear Siegler Data Products Division - Anaheim, CA
Handled the procurement of all commodities and capital equipment
which included contract negotiations, engineering liaison
duties, expediting and vendor interaction. Negotiated major
tool equipment contracts and supervised/trained buyers and
expeditors. Actively recruited second and third offshore
sources. Oversaw and monitored production line shortages as
well as implementing resolutions to any issues.
BUYER/EXPEDITER ( MDS Trivex - Costa Mesa, CA
Accountable for all procurement of commodities and components
utilized in the manufacture of computer terminals and printers.
Worked closely with all engineering personnel and supervised
both incoming and outgoing material flow procedures and
policies. Monitored and resolved any shortages.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
A.A. Degree Candidate ( Orange Coast College - Costa Mesa, CA
Liberal Arts Major ( Oakton Community College - Des Plaines, IL
Dance ( Health Lifestyle ( Irvine Valley College - Irvine, CA
Volunteer/Musician - Orange Coast College Jazz Ensemble - Costa Mesa, CA
SEMINARS/CLASSES
How to be a Better Buyer Course - Anaheim, CA
Electronic Music, Computers and MIDI ( USC, Los Angeles, CA
Computer Skills: Windows XP ( Outlook ( Word ( Excel ( ROI
System ( Internet-Email
REFERENCES: Available upon Request COMPENSATION: Open to Negotiation
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