Michael Szulkowski
Butler,PA
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Armstrong / Guardian protection services
Butler, PA
03.1990 - 08.2022
- Managed purchase orders to maintain inventory levels.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate favorable terms.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.
- Verified warehouse received accurate and timely inventory by regularly consulting database.
- Performed regular price comparisons between different suppliers for similar items.
- Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
- Negotiated pricing with vendors to obtain the best prices for goods or services.
- Analyzed purchase requisitions, determined appropriate vendors, negotiated contracts, and tracked orders.
- Prepared periodic reports detailing purchase activities.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes related to purchasing activities.
- Researched and evaluated suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and reliability.
- Monitored inventory levels of critical items to minimize stock outs while keeping costs low.
- Collaborated with other departments.
- Developed and implemented purchasing policies and procedures.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
- Updated and maintained purchasing records and reports.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to delivery.
- Collaborated with management to assess materials needs and look for improved options to better meet changing demands.
- Hired, trained or supervised purchasing clerks and buyers.
Purchasing Manager
Westec security Systems
Pittsburgh , PA
08.1985 - 03.1990
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of security equipment.
- Developed purchasing strategies to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Trained team members
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
- Maintained accurate records
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine purchasing options.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels
- Evaluated proposals from vendors on a regular basis
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as sales personnel, operations managers and finance teams.
- Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
- Managed and mentored purchasing department staff to enhance team performance.
- Monitored and forecasted upcoming levels of demand to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation
Radio operator
US Army
- Operated radio communication systems for efficient information relay.
- Monitored frequencies to ensure clear transmissions and timely responses.
- Coordinated with team members to facilitate effective communication during operations.
- Maintained radio equipment by performing routine checks and troubleshooting issues.
- Documented communications and activities for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all radio operations.
- Tracked signal strength levels during transmission and reception activities to ensure clear transmissions were received at intended locations.
- Implemented security measures to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access or interception.
- Troubleshot system problems using basic electronic testing
- Conducted daily tests of all assigned communication equipment to ensure proper working order.
- Applied problem-solving skills to diagnosing and remedying operational faults in transmission systems.
- Operated radio communication equipment for effective message transmission.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richland High School
Gibsonia, PASkills
- Inventory management
- Contract negotiation
- Team collaboration
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Accounts receivable
- Negotiation
- Cost reduction strategies
- Order tracking
- Purchase order processing
- Vendor relationship management
- New vendor setup
- Procurement
- Purchasing
- Communication skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Resource management
- Inventory control
- Freight coordination
- Inventory management skills
- Self motivation
- Product knowledge
- Pricing negotiation
- Reliability
Additional Employment
- Between the Army and my career as a purchasing manager I worked several manual labor jobs including tow truck driver towing abandoned cars for the city of Pittsburgh, as well as responding to AAA calls.
- Assistant warehouse manager then manager of a bleacher manufacturer.
- Night shift at Shop n Save, stocking shelves, cleaning & polishing floors.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Armstrong / Guardian protection services
03.1990 - 08.2022
Purchasing Manager
Westec security Systems
08.1985 - 03.1990
Radio operator
US Army
High School Diploma -
Richland High School