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Mexico City, Cdmx, Mx

Providing procurement consultancy across the Middle East and North America, transforming client operations with a focus on cost savings, efficiency, and strategic sourcing. member of the team establishing Efficio’s presence in Mexico City.Saving Money - 15% cost savings across 100+ contracts, enhancing client profitability.Saving Time - Reduced complex RFP processing times by 35%, streamlining procurement cycles and improving turnaround.Saving Capacity - Supported both pre- and post-M&A activities, ensuring smooth transitions and optimized procurement operations aligned with new organizational structures.Strategic leadership on end-to-end procurement solutions that drive operational efficiency, leveraging data-driven insights to address critical client challenges.Led change initiatives within client environments, modernizing procurement processes and ensuring smooth integration with new teams post-M&A.Collaborated closely with client operational teams to implement procurement solutions, while also advising C-suite executives on strategic decisions and aligning with business objectives.Built multi-level partnerships with executives and operational teams, aligning procurement strategies with both short- and medium-term goals.Team Development: Mentored new consultants, fostering best practices in procurement and actively contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives within the organization.

Mexico City Area, Mexico

Led the strategic direction for PROYX LLC, spearheading innovative sourcing and procurement solutions that have redefined supplier engagement and optimized global supply chains for SMEDeveloped and launched a unique sourcing and supplier development framework that allows clients to access comprehensive finished product services. This model not only streamlines supplier selection but also ensures high standards in quality and supplier evaluation.Conceived and launched a pioneering cloud-based platform, "Prolivery by PROYX," enabling seamless sourcing and execution through advanced data analytics as a "best in breed" solution for sourcing and supplier management. The platform’s robust reporting and integration features provide clients with end-to-end visibility and enhanced decision-making capabilities.Innovated nearshoring solutions in Mexico to deliver substantial savings (50-65%) for clients, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality or lead times.Directed multiple high-impact projects across diverse industries, enhancing procurement and sourcing processes while achieving quantifiable results.Enhanced client procurement ecosystems by implementing strategic, data-driven methodologies that prioritize supplier quality and performance, whilst maximizing savings generation and value creation. I am committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, delivering transformative solutions that support client growth and resilience in global supply chains.

Mexico City Area, Mexico

Led supply chain operations across North America and Asia, implementing strategic sourcing and procurement efficiencies that drove measurable improvements in performance and cost control.Established strategic purchasing procedures and introduced robust KPIs that enhanced supply chain performance, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall efficiency.Implemented and refined SAP R/3 MM and PP modules, significantly improving Procure-to-Pay processes. Developed an toolkit for process automation, which streamlined inventory management and reporting.Directed product standardization and supplier sourcing initiatives, leading to higher quality standards and reduced lead times, whilst making inventory more productive. Built and managed a high-performing supply chain team, focusing on recruitment, mentorship, and continuous improvement. Trained cross-functional teams in inventory management and SAP best practices, enabling faster adoption of new systems and procedures.

Overseeing the full project life cycle from sourcing through negotiation, purchase order/ contract/ MSA right through to delivery & installation for a range of different subsea equipment to be supplied into OneSubsea Leeds as part of bespoke projects for BP, Chevron, ENI, and Petrobras. Successes include substantial cost savings, reduction in OneSubsea identified quality issues, big increase in OTIF deliveries. Also responsible for the sourcing and successful on-boarding of new suppliers, development of previously poor performing supplier and development of new supply chain strategies. Part of SAP and continuous improvement / Lean 6Sigma communitySavings of over 12% for 2015. Savings of over 50% for 2016 YTD due to the successful development and implementation of a new bolting supply chain strategy, which has also greatly boosted OTIF delivery performance and reduced product non-conformance. Project Purchasing Lead for EAB Engineering Gjøvik on Equinor Utgard connections and terminations package. Working closely with project management team including engineering to create suitable specifications and include the right products. Responsible for numerous product portfolios (sourcing, negotiation, purchase order management, and supplier management)BoltingClampsCylindersElectrical feed through systemsFly-in ConnectorsSmall bore valvesStabs/ StabplatesSubsea BOPsWireline equipment

Part of DHL's NHS Supply Chain contractInitially responsible for polymer products before taking over the theatre protective consumables portfolio. Working with a range of national and international suppliers on this portfolio containing products of significant value to the business and importance to the customer.Significant successes: £1m cost avoidanceSwitch from GBP DDP to USD FOB trading in China saving £250k annually£5.2m savings to the customer.

Part of DHL's NHS Supply Chain contractStationery and computer consumablesBatteries and TorchesOffice FurnitureMedical FurnitureInitially starting out as a team administrator and quickly developing to an assistant buyer on this demanding but lucrative business area.Significant success: £3.2 million savings on contract

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