As a buyer I have been recognized by management for my ability to get the job done, and in record time. I am comfortable in all phases of procurement, from negotiations, to requesting quotes, to placing the purchase orders. I am currently working for United Technologies on a contractual basis. I am looking for a permanent position. I have experience, a willingness and skills to get the job done.
1. Michael J. Wilson
15 Crossfield Drive
Colchester Vermont, 05446
Michael.Wilson0608@gmail.com
508-789-8211 (cell)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Senior Buyer – Bombardier Transportation - 1.5 years - April 2013 to October 2014
● Managed production subcontracts.
● Reviewed overall supplier performance including; quality, delivery, and price.
● Worked with suppliers to remedy quality and delivery issues, negotiating fair pricing.
● Proficiency in SAP, PO placement, accounts receivable etc.
● Mentored less experienced buyers.
GENERAL DYNAMICS CORPORATION - 7 years 3 Months- May 2004 - Aug 2011
Subcontract Program Manager III, C4 Systems, Taunton, MA
I managed individual contracts for the WIN-T program. WIN-T is a communication system
designed specifically for the armed forces of the United States. I had responsibility to procure
and deploy subassemblies for the fulfillment of this contract. I procured, antennas, routers,
personal computers, to be incorporated into a singular application to satisfy all forms of military
communications.
• Ensured on time delivery of communications hardware and software for WIN-T program.
• Enhanced relationships between suppliers and GDC4S by highlighting teamwork and
partnership.
• Recognized by management for leadership in overall relationship improvement between
internal departments and suppliers.
• Recognized by management for work ethic, a willingness to take on additional workload.
• Provided team with time saving approach by furnishing alternative suppliers.
• Initiated elimination of redundant business processes.
Subcontract Manager, ATP Systems, Burlington, VT
● Procurement leader on international development with regular overseas travel.
● Responsible for negotiations on individual performance contracts between GDATP and
the assigned suppliers.
● Committed to customer satisfaction as shown in the multitude and variety of my
assignments. These assignments show my versatility and willingness to be a total team
player. My assignments overlapped one another and included but were not limited to
the following activities:
● Initial Subcontract Manager on the lightweight 50 caliber gun development.
• Full time Subcontract Manager on Joint Strike Fighter Gun Pod Program.
• Purchased process chemicals for the Saco, ME facility.
2. • Purchased capital equipment for the Saco, ME facility.
• Initial RFI release for Joint Strike Fighter ground support equipment.
• Only Subcontract Manager on the Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle.
• Completed numerous special projects to close out existing contracts.
• Subcontract Manager for F 35, 3.5 years.
• Fostered sustainable relationships with foreign suppliers.
• Placed all purchase orders in compliance with Contractor Procurement System Review
(CPSR).
● FAR and DFAR fluent.
• Received three monetary awards for excellence on Development Programs.
• Eliminated unnecessary/redundant business procedures.
IBM Senior Procurement Professional, Essex Junction, VT - Jan 2000 to Aug 2003 - total
time with IBM 30 Years
Divisional responsibility for acquisition of process capital equipment.
IBM - Middle Manager
IBM - Manager
IBM - Project Manager
IBM - Quality Manager
IBM - Engineering Manager - Sustaining
.AWARDS:
• Who’s Who among Executives and Professionals, 2008 Honors Edition
• Nominated for Who’s Who in American Business 2003
• Monetary Awards in most positions
EDUCATION:
Currently enrolled at Grantham University – Senior Standing – Business Management
Rochester Institute of Technology AAS, Summa cum Laude, 1993
Villanova University, Essentials of Project Management, 2003
IBM Procurement Policies, IBM, 2000
Source Selection and Fair Value Analysis, IBM, 2000
Negotiation Skills for Managers, IBM, 1998