Bridget Hennigan
Chicago,IL
Summary
Results-driven business professional with 7+ years of expertise managing supplier and customer relationships, inventory control, and negotiating the best cost for products. Meticulous team player focused on developing and implementing process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue. Excel in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving to achieve client satisfaction and loyalty. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager
Mirk Group
Palatine, IL
12.2025 - Current
- Leveraged foodservice equipment and supplies experience to support sales team and develop tailored solutions for customers.
- Supported outside sales by developing accurate quotes, sourcing competitive products, and providing essential technical product information.
- Managed high-volume quoting activity while maintaining a high level of accuracy and responsiveness.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with customers through responsive communication and exceptional service.
- Coordinated with manufacturers to verify product specs, pricing, availability, and lead times.
- Maintained all projects using CRM and quoting systems.
- Monitored industry trends and recommended strategic adjustments to enhance sales approaches.
Buyer
Restaurant Depot
Chicago, IL
03.2024 - 11.2025
- Coordinated RFPs & RFQs across regions, securing optimal pricing.
- Purchased equipment/supplies needed for 56 stores.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and product offerings.
- Decreased cost in one category by 24% overall.
- Worked with suppliers to mitigate international tariffs.
- Provided cost-benefit analysis for moving items from one vendor to another.
- Developed training program for junior buyers on procurement processes and vendor negotiation strategies.
Buyer/Planner
GPA
McCook, IL
10.2021 - 03.2024
- Cultivated vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of goods to support production schedules.
- Oversaw inventory management across five distribution centers and six third-party logistics providers. Moved inventory based on surplus and deficits.
- Collaborated with suppliers both domestically and internationally to facilitate timely shipments.
- Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
Inventory Planner
UChicago Medicine
Chicago, IL
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Created and managed inventory forecasts for medical supplies and equipment to support operational needs.
- Determined inventory goals, product stock and risk management objectives and oversaw techniques to maximize inventory.
- Managed over $6 million worth of inventory across 9 services.
- Implemented 5S and process improvement projects to create the most efficient way to get supplies.
Education
B.S. - Supply Chain Management
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12-2018
Skills
- Quoting and pricing
- Account forecasting
- Sales support
- Customer relationship management
- Vendor negotiation
- Sourcing
- Data analysis
- Tableau
- Cost-Benefit analysis
- Process improvement
- Prioritizing workflows
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Relationship building
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Green Belt in Six Sigma, 01/01/19, Studied and passed the Green Belt Exam., Certified in the understanding of lean processes and process improvement.
Timeline
Account Manager
Mirk Group
12.2025 - Current
Buyer
Restaurant Depot
03.2024 - 11.2025
Buyer/Planner
GPA
10.2021 - 03.2024
Inventory Planner
UChicago Medicine
01.2019 - 10.2021
B.S. - Supply Chain Management
Iowa State University