Senior Buyer/Procurement Specialist/Polish-English

Maciek Sylwester Nawrot

**** ******* **. ***** 313-***-****

Ferndale, MI 48220 E-MAIL *******@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a challenging position, where I may utilize my problem solving abilities, organizational skills and computer knowledge.

EDUCATION

University of Michigan Dearborn, MI

Bachelor of General Studies June 2009

Focus Areas: (i) Supply Chain Management (ii) Political Science (iii) Criminal Justice

Macomb Community College Warren, MI

General Business Associate December 2004

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Magna Steyr North America Troy, MI 02/2007 – Present

Global Purchasing Operations / Senior Commodity Buyer

➢ Worked on JR41 (Sebring) international project. Re-launched JR41 in the Russian marketplace for Automobile Plant GAZ

➢ Traveled to Russian OEM and European suppliers to improve and support product supply for start of production

➢ Developed new relationship with existing Chrysler suppliers to support the Siber Project

➢ Involved with the localization of various components to European suppliers in support of production of the Russian Siber

➢ Issued RFQ’s to the NAFTA supply base and analyzed supplier responses

➢ Responsible fort the management of Chassis and Powertrain supply base

➢ Reviewed and evaluated all tool refurbishment cost

➢ Performed on site supplier evaluations

➢ Also participated in the initial quoting process on the amphibious-vehicle for GIBBS Technologies

• Met all timelines established by management

• Achieved $9.2M in cost savings

The Vehicle Production Group Madison Heights, MI 10/2006 – 02/2007

Global Purchasing Operations / Buyer

➢ Involved in the “Standard Taxi” program

➢ Developed a network of local and international suppliers to support Standard Taxi

➢ Issued RFQ’s for production parts and tooling and involved in supplier contract negotiations

➢ Instrumental in the developing of new departmental procedures and processes

➢ Worked closely with engineering and quality to ensure proper supplier selection

➢ Initiated VA/VE workshops with cross functional teams to achieve cost reductions

• Cost savings of $5.6M in tooling

K-R Automation Corporation Warren, MI 09/2002 – 10/2006

Buyer, Purchasing Manager Assistant

➢ Negotiated terms and conditions of contracts

➢ Monitored and rated supplier performance

➢ Developed approved vendor list

➢ Inventory control management

➢ Processed requisitions and purchase orders

➢ Investigated invoice discrepancies

➢ Ensured delivery schedules are on a timely basis

➢ Tracked material cost and delivery performance

• Successfully consolidated supply base

SMW Automotive Corporation Warren, MI 08/1998 - 09/2002

Purchasing Manager Assistant

➢ Performed cost analysis, developed reports for management review

➢ Negotiated unit costs with vendors

➢ Performed daily follow up activities including supplier deliveries and any other related supply issues. Meeting all corporate deadlines established by management

➢ Initiated and coordinated the implementation of administrative processes and procedures

➢ Trained office personnel in all aspects of day-to-day operations as well as utilizing the network and company software

• Achieved all corporate initiatives successfully

Specialized Road Test Services Hamtramck, MI 11/2000 - 03/2002

Authorized Third Party Examiner

➢ Administered Automobile Road Skills Tests for Secretary of State - State of Michigan.

➢ Approved or denied operator licenses.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Third Party Examiner Secretary of State Michigan

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

➢ Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office: Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

➢ Netscape Communicator, Internet Explorer

➢ Worked with MP2, InforLN and familiar with SAP.

➢ Ability to install software, connect peripheral devices

➢ Familiar with local area network principles

➢ Ability to read blueprints

HONORS AND ACTIVITIES

➢ Student Council President during academic years 1994-1997 in a public Technical Vocational High School/ Complex of Schools in Poland, Europe.

➢ Board Member for Great Charity Help organization for children from Eastern Europe

NOTES AND OTHER INFORMATION

➢ LANGUAGES: Fluent in Polish and English.

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