Logistics Manager with ** years of experience leading and continuously

improving operations

Summary of Qualifications

. Developing more efficient distribution, purchasing and inventory

systems.

. Managing supply networks and import-export logistics obtaining

significant cost reductions.

. Production planning and process improvements applying lean

manufacturing concepts.

. Directing plant safety programs, leading committee in reducing risks

and establishing procedures.

. Managing finances and investments making company grow and achieve

profit objectives.

. Designing business strategies and public relations campaign with

Board of Directors.

. Re-organizing budgets and establishing cost control programs

achieving expected results.

. Coordinating sales teams, making annual sales plan and marketing of

big industrial projects.

. Negotiating skills related to work related disputes and labor union

agreements.

. Motivating and coaching skills building up more effective workers.

Education

Business Administration (MBA) INCAE Business School(Harvard Affiliate)

Managua, Nicaragua

Industrial Engineering (B.Sc.) Louisiana State University (LSU)

Baton Rouge, LA

Professional Experience

MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT La Mirada, California

2014

Independent consulting for small companies analyzing

organizations, logistics and operations.

METAL SUPPLY INC. / Assistant Project Manager South Gate,

California 2013

Improved project fabrication time, resolving production delays,

plant capacity and delivery issues.

Reduced fabrication costs by improving workflow procedures and

shipping processes.

NEW HOLLAND APPAREL / Finance Manager Managua, Nicaragua

2011 - 2012

Resolved financing, cash flow problems meeting budget and production

costs objectives for a $5 million textile apparel business. Negotiated

pay structure issues and work conditions with labor unions.

PARMALAT / Logistics Manager Managua, Nicaragua

2010 - 2011

Re-structured whole distribution network for a dairy plant cutting

transportation costs by 30%.

Negotiated better labor union bargaining agreements.

POLARIS ENERGY / Logistics Manager Leon, Nicaragua

2007 - 2009

Managed imports lowering drilling costs by 25% for Geothermal Power

Generation Company.

Lowered costs on fuel, supplies, food and medical and storage

services for 200 employees.

Managed Health and Safety Committee for 2 years maintaining a safer

work environment.

MESSER / General Plant & Logistics Manager Managua, Nicaragua

1998 - 2004

Directed international gas corporation managing plant achieving

outstanding sales and financial goals.

Designed market strategy expanding distribution and installing 5

new hospital cryogenic gas networks.

Negotiated financing with banks, industrial sales contracts and

labor contracts for 100 employees.

EXXON / Plant Operations Manager Managua,

Nicaragua 1991- 1997

Re-activated lubricants plant,manufacturing 10 new formulations.

Improved logistics, productivity, quality and safety standards

achieving international awards and certifications.

Certifications and Professional Development

UAM University Mgmt. Professor - MBA Level LSU Undergraduate Math &

Computer Teacher

TAU BETA PI National Engineering Honor Society LSU Dean s

List - College of Engineering

Negotiation for CEO's - HARVARD Law School LSU

Mortar Board Award / Scholarships

Leadership Strategies - Messer Latin American Congress Selling

Skills - INCAE Executive Training

Plant Safety Committee President - Messer

Marketing Lube Specialist - Exxon

Technical Skills

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) Sales, Coaching,

Leadership & Management Seminars

US Citizen Fully Bilingual (English and Spanish) Eastwood

Elementary School - 2013 Council Member

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