Managed end-to-end sourcing process for multiple categories, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract managementCollaborated with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide strategic sourcing solutionsNegotiated favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, resulting in improved pricing and contractual agreementsOptimized inventory levels by analyzing demand patterns and implementing just-in-time procurement practicesAnalyzed bids received from vendors, comparing prices, quality standards, lead times, etc. to make informed decisions on supplier selectionManaged the onboarding process for new suppliers ensuring compliance with company policiesImplemented new staff training process, incentive program, and career advancement initiatives to identify, coach, and support high performers and management traineesOversaw the implementation of a new ERP system, resulting in streamlined operations and improved data accuracyCollaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all operational processesDeveloped key performance indicators (KPIs) for each department within the organization to track progress towards operational goalsCollaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze production processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend solutions for cost reductionPerformed detailed cost analysis to identify areas of improvement and cost-saving opportunities.Maintain company compliance with OSHA, DOT, USDA, FDA and other Federal, State and local regulations.

Played an integral role for a plant start up from a financial and accounting perspective, ensuring newly developed KPIs were put in place for the work environment that goes into a high functioning RTE deli operation. Ensured the correct materials flow such as raw product and packaging to hit costing goals. Applied processes to maintain correct labor allocation. Created, maintained and improved productivity metrics for all departments. Performed comprehensive variance analysis and determine root-cause for each significant variance. Investigated cycle counting variances and resolved issues, working with warehouse supervisor and production managers to ensure the accuracy and quality of inventory.

Audit items costs, costing programs and systems for accuracy. Coordinate proper cost absorption in inventory valuation. Reported on breakeven points, margins and periodic variances by products and categories. Analyze yields, spoils and T&;E, advise management and follow up the improvement processes.

Led finished goods team.Performed inventory control tasks.Operated forklift and pallet jack.Area de finalizacion de productos.Control y ajuste de inventarios.Traslado de mercancia.

Team leader in a crab processing area, supervising and performing duties like cutting, packing, weighing and sealing product along with inventory control processes.

Seafood store and warehouse. Taking over the business and overseeing day-to-day operations. Hiring and training 15 employees. Established contracts with 10+ vendors, securing seafood 20-40% below market value. Launched Mariscos Atlantida, a second business unit was opened in November 2013 being profitable in less than a year.

Hired and trained 10+ employees. Managed warehouse, inventory, food processing area, product costing and pricing. Ensured inventory levels to maintain the supply chain healthy. During this period also worked as a cook in seafood restaurants.

Administrative assistant.Retail and wholesale clothing stores.