Blake Podkowa
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General Summary:
Experienced professional educated in mathematics and analysis with knowledge in procurement, management, and training.
Education Experience:
Rockford College, Rockford, IL
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics; Minor Business Administration, 2009
Educated in advanced mathematics such as: Calculus, Higher Geometry, Complex Analysis, Number Theory, Probability Models, and Numerical Analysis.
Calculated the future value of government bonds and company stocks using interest rates while also analyzing the effects of world externalities.
Developed new website using Microsoft Publisher for a not-for-profit organization in order to increase client retention while promoting goods and services to future clients.
Member of a five person team which created a new marketing scheme for a not-for-profit organization to increase customer awareness and become a better corporate citizen.
Analyzed economic data to create new pricing scheme and second business real estate site.
Helped organize, setup, and run an International Conference on Business and Public Policy.
Work Experience:
Bergstrom, Inc. 2015-Present Rockford, IL
Buyer
Monitors suppliers including PPM, on time delivery, Down Time, and Minimum Order Quantity Turns
Responsible for filters, gaskets, rubber, foam, thermal expansion valves, corrugated, and sheet metal commodities
Negotiates prices, terms, and delivery methods with suppliers
Forge Resources Group 2009-2015 DeKalb, IL
Procurement Specialist 2013-2015
Pricing Analyst 2009-2013
Coco Key Water Resort 2007â2009 Rockford, IL
Aquatic Supervisor
Kâs Merchandise 2004â2007 Rockford, IL
Deluxer (Warehouse and Furniture Repair)
FedEx Ground 2002-2004 Rockford, IL
Package Handler
Bartlett Park District 1998-2002 Bartlett, IL
Pool Manager
Military Experience:
Army National Guard, 1999-2003 Elgin, IL
Infantryman- Bravo 1/ 178th Infantry Unit
Skills:
Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, TrueCommerce EDI Solutions