Qualification Summary
. Purchasing/distribution/logistics management
. Professional, fully bilingual with more than 15 yrs of experience in
different purchasing and logistics operations including working with
Perishable and non perishable frozen, cooler and dry food.Responsible
also for Contracting Service companies and purchase of equipment, parts
and other accessories required by the company.
. Directing Purchasing, Warehouse and Distribution operations for more than
20 years..
. Reducing Product Cost by effetely use of Forecast (Seasonal) and Budget
Monthly Analysis. Effectively use of different metrics to evaluate
personnel and department effectiveness.
Major Acomplishments In Present Job Opportunity
. Organized Purchasing and Warehouse Departments.
. Reduced Products cost by 20%.
. Leader in the development of Minimun and Maximun Report in SAP .
. Part of the Task Force for the new Melia Hotel in Atlanta representing
Purchasing and Operations.
. Part of the Budget Group for the hotel operations.
. Leader purchasing representative for our green program at the hotel.
Core Competencies
MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), SAP, ORACLE, GOLD, BPCS, MRP, MAPICS,
ABC analysis, Cycle Counting, Internet, Lotus Notes, Great Plains, MACOLA,
JDEdwards, Peachtree, 3Plink,ASW .
Education
University Of Puerto Rico
Cayey, PR
BBA Accounting
TEVA Pharmaceuticals - Trainings in GMPS, SOP, Train the Trainer.
Ethicon/CEVA - Training in Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing Procedures.
Trained in DOT and IATA procedures.
Affiliation
Member of American Production and Inventory Control Society.
Professional Experience
VICTORY PACKAGING, ORLANDO HEADQUARTERS
OCTOBER 2013 TO PRESENT
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
. IN CHARGE OF COMPANY WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS INCLUDING THE TOTAL
SUPERVISION OF SEVEN PERSONS IN :
. SAFETY AND SECURITY
MAKE SURE THAT OUR PERSONNEL HAS THE EQUIPMENT TO FULFILL DAILY TASKS. IN
CHARGE OF MAKE THE MONTHLY CHECKING OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS FOR ALL COMPANY.
MAKE SURE THAT ALL WAREHOUSE EQUIPMENT WORKS IN A EXCELENT CONDITION. IN
CASE OF PROBLEMS NOTIFY OUR SERVICE COMPANY TO FIX THE PROBLEM. MAKE SURE
THE WAREHOUSE EQUIPMENT IS WORKING IN EXCELENT CONDITIONS. THAT INCLUDES
RAMPS, DOORS, ALARMS, ETC...
.InventoryResponsible for make daily receivers to start daily operations.
Double check daily receiving and enter results in computer system. Help
inventory manager in Cycle counting an lisis and explanations. Make sure
that the receiving of products is done using our location reports in ASW.
. Loading
Supervised the shipping of at least 12 routes, 650 cases, 10-15 freights 15
Customers Pick Ups in a daily basis.
. Others
In charge of a small Production rea. Analisis of personnel production
based on objectives. Bi-weekly Payroll analysis. Monthly warehouse Budget
Analisis. Daily operations meeting. Personnel trainings.
Gran Melia Hotel, Rio Grande PR
Feb 2010 to June 2012
Purchasing manager
. Plan, direct and coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers
and related workers involved in the purchase of materials, product and
services based on a
. Hotel Capacity Forecast.
. Buy merchandise and commodities at the wholesale or retail level
including both durable and nondurable goods.Analyze past buying trends,
sales records, price and quality of merchandise to determine value and
yield. Select, order and authorize payment for merchandise according to
contractual agreements.
. Conduct meetings with sales/ Management Managers to maintain good
communication in order to fulfill company objectives..
. Fluent coordination with the cost comptroller in the budget analysis
evaluation and control..
Ceva Logistics, San Lorenzo, PR
Jan 2008 to Jan 2010
General /Contract Manager for Ethicon Pharmaceutical
. Manage Operations including: Receiving, Shipping, Billing, Storage
Picking for our third party operations including hired, trained and
develop our employees in our operations using a mix of our and the client
procedures. Manage Kitting Production and Warehouse Operations.
. Analyze budget managing our Scorecards for invoiced amounts expected in a
weekly and Monthly Basis and also Scorecards for Safety and Security
during the month.
. Overseeing that we accomplished the goals established.
. Analyzed and make necessary changes for the procedures. Help Customer
with new ideas on how to be more efficient in their operations.
. Help Ethicon in their iniciatives for Lean Manufacturing including 5Gs.
Ceva Logistics, San German, PR
General /Contract Manager for Fenwal Pharmaceutical
. Manage Operations including: Receiving, Shipping, Billing, Storage
Picking for our third party operations including hired, trained and
develop our employees in our operations using a mix of our and the client
procedures.
. Analyze budget managing our Scorecards for invoiced amounts expected in a
weekly and Monthly Basis and also Scorecards for Safety and Security
during the month.
. Overseeing that we accomplished the goals established.
. Analyzed and make necessary changes for the procedures.
. Help Customer with new ideas on how to be more efficient in their
operations.
. Help Fenwal in their iniciatives for Lean Manufacturing including 5Gs.
Sunland Distribution, Greenville, SC
December 2007/2008
Facility Manager
. Direct the activities of the DC including labor Scheduling, supervision
and proper utilization of space equipment and manpower.
. That includes be in charge of shipping, receiving,storage, Quality
Assurance, customer Services and inventory Control.
. Responsible for yearly budget Analisis and update procedures. Associate
counseling and development. Overseeing inbound and outbound functions.
. Administrative functions such as performance evaluations and
shift/department productivity.
. Maintain procedure and regulatory compliance.
. Maintain high level of safety, quality, production and inventory accuracy
through the establishment and maintenance of processes and procedures as
prescribed in site work instructions.
. Assure daily workload is competed in a timely and efficient manner.
. Assure all company and customer standards are met in the areas of safety,
quality, productivity and cost control.
Teva Pharmaceuticals, Cidra, PR
February 2006 to March 2007
Warehouse and Inventory Control Manager
. In charge of Inventory Control Operations by locations including; Cycle
Counting, Yearly Inventories, Inventory Auditing, Conclusions and
recommendations for changes in our SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
for the Warehouse Manufacturing and Packaging areas.
. In charge of the destructions of Non Usable Products, including, Finished
Goods.
. Approve Products/Raw Materials to be sent. Direct all warehouse
operations. Supervise Warehouse Senior Supervisor in ensure the smooth
running of day to day shipping, receiving and inventory management
activities.
. Responsible for daily inventory transactions. Communication to freight
carriers representatives. Direct responsible for identifying
training/coaching needs and working with those responsible for training .
. Monitor the performance of all transportation suppliers. Monitor and
direct operatives to adhere to accepted safe-working practices at all
times by effective implementation of the company's health & safety
policy.
. Housekeeping practices, use of the safe systems of work. Ensuring quality
levels are maintained at the budgeted levels by effective implementation
of the company's quality policy and procedures.
Martin Brower Puerto Rico, Guaynabo, PR
2005 to 2006
Purchasing Manager
. Plan, coordinate and control order cycle for five different food chains;
McDonalds, Churchs, Pollo Tropical, Sizzler and Longhorn.
. Maintain Inventory Levels and Safety Stock for a total of 1320 SKU'S.
. In charge of make the schedule of receiving of containers from US and
foreign countries to control demurrage. In charge of the product claims
operation for the company. Supervise five employees.
Ferrero Caribe, Guaynabo, PR
2000 TO 2005
Purchasing and Operations Manager
. Plan, coordinate and control order cycle via proactive management of
logistics and distribution aspects of business operations while
monitoring the quality, cost and efficiency of the movement and storage
of goods.
. Direct production, repacking, scheduling, warehousing, shipping and
inventory of finished products for local and Caribbean distribution.
Responsible for inventory control operation including; take monthly
Inventories, analyze discrepancies, prepare explanations and make
necessary adjustments in our inventory control module (Great Plains).
. Make necessary procedures and implemented in order to avoid discrepancies
such as Cycle Counting based on a ABC analysis. Coordinate and monitor
the receipt of chocolates from manufacturing plants in Italy, Ecuador,
Belgium, Germany and the U.S. Allocate and manage staff resources
according to changing needs, supervising 40+ personnel to include two
supervisors.
. Develop weekly work plans and production schedules; prepare daily routes
for five drivers serving Puerto Rico. Compile and complete all export
documentation for deliveries to the Caribbean encompassing Aruba,
Cura ao, Gran Caiman Islands, Jamaica, Dominican Republic.
Caribbean Restaurants, dba Burger King, San Juan, PR
1994-2000
Purchasing Director
. Directed procurement and logistics of promotional and marketing
materials, uniforms, paper and cleaning supplies, capital equipment and
furniture, fresh and dry food ingredients for 127 restaurant network with
annual sales topping $130 million.
. Responsible for the effective administration of $45 million purchasing
budget; sourcing and qualification of suppliers evaluating cost, quality
of goods and ability to supply within timelines.
. Negotiated purchase and transportation contracts; oversaw logistics for
the receipt of containers and design of routing schedules for products
shipped to sister units in St. Thomas and St. Croix.
. Reviewed and processed claims against suppliers; developed/implemented
strategic plans to maximize supplier relations to achieve aggressive cost
cutting initiatives. In charge of Cost analysis report for remodel and
new Burger King restaurants. I authorized final contracts for new Major,
Minor equipment and Decorations.
Director of Distribution - Burger King from 1989 to 1994
In charge of Warehouse Operations including the Distribution 15 routes and
receiving of aprox. 2000 containers from US. This includes the main
products of the company (Burger Patties, French Fries, Produce,etc and
other Perishable products per year. Also I receive from US dry products for
a total of 400 containers per year. In charge of a Production Plant (During
my first two years I was in charge of a Meat Plant plus also a Vegetable
Cutter Production Plant (Onion and Lettuce) to give service to all our
Burger King Restaurants (104 restaurants). Also I was in charge of made
weekly requisitions for our Purchase Department in order for them to make
the Purchase Order.
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