Procurement / Supply Chain Leader with special relationships with suppliers that may result in lower prices.
Greater Chicago Area
- Past
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- Senior Buyer at Del Medical Imaging Corp.
- Senior Buyer at C.E. Niehoff & Co.
- Materials Manager at Andrews Products Co.
- Senior Buyer at Parkview Metal Products
- Buyer at Buhrke Industries
- Education
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- University of Phoenix
- The Association For Operations Management
- Cast Metals Institute, Inc.
- MacMurray College
- Bowen High School
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Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Summary
Focused, can-do professional leveraging education and experience to procure goods and services at best cost and shortest lead times without sacrificing quality. Consistently achieves on-time delivery through continuous supplier improvement and lean initiatives in shorter setup times, smaller lot sizes, and quality engineered conformance into the manufacturing process. Collaborates across the organization to consistently maintain supply flow, minimize downtime, and maximize productivity. Team player with demonstrated ability to adapt easily to new commodities and environments. Strong people skills; effective liaison and mentor with internal/external customers in achieving product development, special project completion, and problem resolution
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Specialties:
Supplier Relationship Management Capital Equipment Acquisition (foundry tooling, office machines) Cross Functional Collaboration Inventory Control JIT ISO9000 ROHS Compliance Components Pricing & Purchasing Quality Assurance Contract Negotiations Strategic Sourcing (particularly in Europe, South America and the Pacific Rim Regions) Bid Specs Request for Quotation (RFQ) / Evaluation Manufacturing Coordination Vendor Performance Metrics, Make/Buy Analysis
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Experience
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Senior Buyer
Del Medical Imaging Corp.
(Medical Devices industry)
January 2008 — April 2009 (1 year 4 months)
COMMODITIES: Sheet Metal Products, Petro-Bond Sand Castings, Machined Steel, Plastic and Non-Ferrous Products, Metal Finishing ( Powder Coating, Lapping / Polishing, Zinc ,Bright Chrome and Nickel plating), Bearings. Aluminum Extrusions, Screen and Flexo-graphic (cut label) Printing, Electromechanical Locks, and Laminate Finishing.
-Through expert understanding of supply chain capabilities and product processing sequences, achieved delivery of a complex machined and plated part in less than 24 hours, at the onset of the build cycle to satisfy the timely fill of a critical $40,000.00 customer order.
- Faced with a "bottleneck" condition at a primary parts supplier sourced the order to an alternate machine shop and Electro-less Nickel Plater that expertly processed the 12 ft. long bars, and achieved target delivery without interruption
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Senior Buyer
C.E. Niehoff & Co.
(Military industry)
2003 — 2007 (4 years)
COMMODITIES: BENTONITE CLAY BASED SAND- DIE- INVESTMENT-CASTINGS, INJECTION MOLDING, CONTRACT CNC & SCREW MACHINE ,TURNING & MILLING, METAL FINISHING (Anodizing and Zinc Plating)
Administered $66 million in annual spend.. Developed global purchasing strategy and managed the contract process including opportunity analysis, assessment, sourcing, supplier selection, and implementation. Prepared purchase orders in Fourth Shift MRPII system for highly-complex, high-dollar categories and managed through inventory release. Advised and supervised four junior buyers.
- Met annual 10-20% inventory reduction goals by reduction or elimination of safety stock and reduction of purchase order amounts.
- Negotiated one-shot supplier to increase production to two 10-hour daily shifts abating stock-out conditions, key to successful delivery of new military order. Subsequently sourced multiple-shot die casting supplier providing faster and larger yields at decreased costs with zero delivery issues. -
Materials Manager
Andrews Products Co.
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Automotive industry)
2002 — 2003 (1 year)
COMMODITIES: STEEL BAR STOCK, CONTRACT CNC MACHINING
Directed major contract negotiations including terms and conditions with critical suppliers to secure goods and services at competitive prices. Created master production plan and scheduled all new manufacturing orders based upon production lead times and capacity constraints.
- Evaluated and recommended improvements to lower costs and improve inventory accuracy.
- Developed systems and processes to improve and optimize use of MRP/ERP system to meet key business objectives. -
Senior Buyer
Parkview Metal Products
(Privately Held; 201-500 employees; Automotive industry)
1999 — 2001 (2 years)
COMMODITIES: FLAT ROLLED FERROUS AND NON-FERROUS COIL PRODUCTS, HARDWARE, AND CORRUGATED PACKAGING
Evaluated vendor quotes including freight, terms, and services to determine optimal suppliers. Placed and monitored purchase orders. Authorized payment and/or corrected invoices and return of non-conforming materials. Managed disposal or sale of scrap, obsolete and surplus materials.
- Negotiated best possible “total cost” for commodities balanced against optimum quality, lead time requirements, and capacity needs.
- Expedited, deferred, and re-planned deliveries as required to prevent back orders or excess stock.
- Worked with Quality Management to resolve supplier performance issues and maintain ISO compliance.
- Managed emergency procurement of coil stock during non-business hours for delivery the following business day. -
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Buhrke Industries
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Automotive industry)
1996 — 1998 (2 years)
COMMODITIES: FLAT ROLLED FERROUS/NON-FERROUS AND BI-METAL COIL STOCK, HARDWARE, METAL FINISHING, SHOP SUPPLIES
Sourced and procured raw materials from local processors and distributors. Worked closely with Product Design and Line Management teams to deliver best possible value on raw materials. Managed heavy vendor contract to ensure aggressive price negotiation, conformance to quality and product specifications, and on-time delivery
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Education
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University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration , Business Administration , 2005 — 2007
Wrote term paper (course equivalent to a minor thesis) which illustrated complete understanding of strategy formulation and requirements.
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The Association For Operations Management
Certified in Supply Chain Management 2005 — 2007
Basics of Supply Chain Management
Strategic Management of Resources
Execution and Control of Operations
Master Planning of Resources
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Cast Metals Institute, Inc.
Metal Casting, Foundry Practices, Design Engineering 2005 — 2005
Completed the following Classes:
Introduction to Metalcasting which covered the tooling, molding, melting and pouring, finishing and quality processes required to make ferrous and non-ferrous castings.
Cost Effective Design Seminar which covered tooling design, stereolithography prototypes, and computer assisted metal flow technology -
MacMurray College
Bachelor of Science , 1971 — 1975
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Bowen High School
Additional Information
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Websites:
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Interests:
Softbrands (Fourth Shift Addition PPS) Classes: A Day in the Life of a Buyer Introduction to Manufacturing Advanced Manufacturing Skill Path Seminars Managing Multiple Priorities Microsoft Great Plains 9.0 Classes: Topics Covered: MRP, Purchase Order Creation and Modification, Inventory Lookup, Bill of Material research and Smart List Use and Creation. Recognized as an Expert Author. Articles can be found at: http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Bill_Mokrzycki
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Groups:
APICS
Cast Metals Institute, Inc.
Toastmasters International
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University of Phoenix Networking Group -
The Logistics & Supply Chain Networking Group -
Medical Imaging Network -
Wind Energy Forum -
Buyers-Worldexcellence in procurement connect, share, trends, best practices 4000+ -
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement -
High Output Brushless Alternator Manufacturing Professionals -
Business Forecasting & Planning Innovation -
APICS-Chicago, Chicago Area Operations and Supply Chain Professionals Forum
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Honors:
Toastmasters International, Chicago, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Streamwood Areas:
Earned Distinguished Toastmaster 2001 for organization and chartering of new club, coaching and mentoring junior toastmasters.
Presented speeches to successfully achieve ATM-Bronze, ATM-Silver, and ATM-Gold distinction.
Completed leadership projects to achieve Competent Leader and Advanced Leader recognition.
Charter Club President 2000/2001 Area Governor 1999/2000 Club President 1999/2000 Club VP of Education 1998/1999
Bill Mokrzycki (Mo-Kris-Ki) MBA, CPIM’s Contact Settings
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