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Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

- Spearheaded contract negotiation efforts for various MRO commodities, driving cost savings initiatives and optimizing supplier agreements to meet the needs of an 8000-employee manufacturing plant.- Managed an annual budget exceeding $90 million, encompassing both capital and operational expenditures, while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.- Achieved annual cost savings of up to $6 million through strategic procurement strategies, vendor consolidation, and process optimization.- Led all aspects of indirect warehouse operations, including inventory management and service level agreements, to support plant production schedules and minimize downtime.- Fostered strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and maintaining high levels of service to meet operational requirements.- Collaborated cross-functionally with key stakeholders, including operations, finance, and engineering teams, to drive continuous improvement and cost-saving opportunities throughout the supply chain.- Orchestrated the implementation of new warehouse facilities for plant expansions, ensuring alignment with plant needs and budgetary constraints.

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

- Negotiated contracts for a range of indirect material purchases, ensuring favorable terms and pricing to meet organizational needs.- Led procurement efforts for diverse indirect materials, including one-time purchases and recurring parts, maintaining optimal inventory levels and cost efficiency.- Contributed to various cost-saving projects aimed at meeting company savings goals, implementing strategies to optimize spending and reduce expenses.- Actively participated in supplier identification and evaluation processes, sourcing new vendors to enhance competitiveness and meet plant requirements.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align sourcing activities with organizational objectives and support plant operations effectively.

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

- Procured diverse mechanical, electrical, and maintenance materials to fulfill customer requirements, emphasizing on-time delivery and cost efficiency.- Implemented strategies to reduce logistical costs while maintaining high standards of service and meeting customer expectations.- Provided support to expedite material delivery to customers, ensuring timely fulfillment of orders and enhancing customer satisfaction.- Played a key role in negotiating with suppliers to secure better prices and terms, contributing to increased company profitability.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes and improve overall efficiency.

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

- Spearheaded all MRO purchases for the manufacturing plant, ensuring alignment with plant needs and financial budgeting goals.- Managed indirect warehouse operations to maintain correct inventory levels and prevent stockouts, minimizing disruptions to plant operations.- Provided critical support to the finance department in resolving on-hold invoices, facilitating timely payments to suppliers, and achieving company cash flow goals.- Collaborated closely with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and pricing, optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs.- Implemented inventory control measures to streamline operations and enhance efficiency, contributing to overall plant productivity.- Played a key role in cross-functional teams, working closely with operations and finance departments to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

- Led manufacturing changes in assembly lines, applying lean strategies to increase production productivity and streamline operations.- Provided support for tool changes and layout optimization to enhance efficiency and meet production targets.- Actively participated in lean Kaizen events to identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to optimize production processes.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement changes and improvements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.- Conducted analyses and assessments to identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste elimination, and efficiency improvements.- Managed projects related to process optimization, including planning, execution, and monitoring to achieve desired outcomes.

Certified Supply Chain Professional, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management, Certified Supply Chain Professional

Master'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General, Master In Business Administration With A Specialization In Finance

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechatronics, Robotics, And Automation Engineering