Mary Bujewski
Schaumburg
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with extensive experience at Black Box Network Services, excelling in supplier negotiation and cost analysis. Proven track record of implementing cost-saving initiatives that significantly reduced procurement expenses. Adept at building strong vendor relationships and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely delivery of goods. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Black Box Network Services
Lawrence
04.2012 - 03.2025
- Negotiated and developed relationships with selected vendors to obtain the lowest unit cost, net payment terms, and on-time deliveries.
- Drafted requests for quotes from vendors for comparison shopping purposes which resulted in cost savings year over year.
- Researched potential new suppliers in order to find the best value for goods and services.
- Resolved discrepancies in invoices and deliveries, ensuring accuracy in billing and inventory.
- Utilized ERP systems (SAP and Citrix/Solomon) for purchase order processing, tracking, and inventory management.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline purchasing processes and reduce costs. Created and implemented two procedures: Purchase Orders for Non-Project Costs and Purchase Orders for Subcontractor Costs.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to receipt, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to understand material requirements and ensure timely delivery.
- After conducting a long-tail spend analysis, I was able to find $250K in cost savings by negotiating pricing with vendors.
- Liaised with accounting and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
Procurement Specialist
Encore-PSAV-Presentation Services
Schiller Park
11.2005 - 01.2012
- Responsible for sourcing and purchasing video products for a $10M video category.
- Responsible for all purchasing functions for the Design and Install division and Digital Signage division which included video, audio, lighting and IT products.
- Provided price quotes and lead times for Field Asset Managers and Project Managers.
- Managed supplier relationships to insure best pricing and timely delivery of products.
- Developed and initiated a plan for product stocking levels, and maintained adequate inventory levels to ensure timely deployment of equipment to the field locations.
- Reconciled and receipted all related purchases in Oracle to ensure timely payment of invoices and resolve any invoice/shipping discrepancies.
- Responsible for training new personnel in all buying practices.
- Created purchase orders in the Oracle ERP system, and tracked shipments.
- Negotiated a $1.5M office supply contract, which resulted in cost savings of over $200 per year.
- Consistently negotiated cost savings and was able to save $450K in 2011 and $300K in l2010 which exceeded the department goal by over 25%.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Supplier negotiation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- ERP systems
- Communication skills
- Materials sourcing
- Pricing analysis
- Verbal and written communication
- Procurement procedures
- Purchase order management
- Pricing negotiations
- Vendor relationships
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Buyer
Black Box Network Services
04.2012 - 03.2025
Procurement Specialist
Encore-PSAV-Presentation Services
11.2005 - 01.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Northeastern Illinois University
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