CESAR MONTES, MBA, P. Eng

***** ** *** **, ********, AB T5T 1S4

780-***-**** acqwq0@r.postjobfree.com

HIGHLIGHTS

Experienced in commercial transactions, procurement, logistics, warehouse and distribution

Performance driven, obtaining great results by scheduling operation activities

Outstanding cost controller, eliminating time waste and optimizing resources

Keen eye for detail, analyzing data, building plans and implementing solutions

Proven ability to negotiate contracts, achieved savings of up to 33%

Excellent team member, ensuring everyone is properly trained and knows their job

Strong analytical, organizational and technical skills

Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Pull Systems and Kaizen events

Known for being proactive, results driven, persuasive and hard-worker WORK EXPERIENCE

Consultant June 2014 - Date

Independent Consultant and Interpreter

Give consulting services to manufacturing companies, to improve their performances by implementing production optimization methods.

Provide support with the creation of visuals that reflect results as KPI’s and Safety boards.

Monitoring of results and recommendations on how to maintain and/or improve these results.

English-Spanish interpreter for Citizenship and Immigration Canada and for Immigration and Refugee Board.

ECCO Recycling & Energy Corporation, Calgary, Alberta Jan 2013-Mar 2014 Plant Manager (Consultant-Term Contract)

Managed an automated material recycling facility of construction and demolition waste.

Ensure all OHS standards are met.

Improved productivity from 18 tons/hr to 28 tons/hr = 56%

Reduce downtime by implementing proper Preventive Maintenance program

Dealt directly with customers to improve service.

Developed and managed operating expenses meeting budget RALLY ENGINEERING Edmonton, Alberta Jan 2010- Dec 2012 Senior Project Control Manager (Consultant)

Strategic Planning and Scheduling of engineering projects in the gas and oil industry

Prepared responses to customers on their RFQ’s

Developed good relations with customers and ensured closing contracts

Control of execution and use of resources based on the approved budgets

Tracking and reporting the progress of each project, taking necessary corrective actions

Maintaining constant co-ordination with project leads to ensure timely deliveries on budget

LOBLAW COMPANIES LTD. (Edmonton Distribution Centre) Edmonton, Alberta 2007 – 2009 Site Manager

Managed the Distribution Centre (300,000 square feet)

Managed 8 supervisors and 250 indirect staff.

Restructured delivery schedule to optimize runs and reduce late arrivals

Created Rapid Action Team to control KPIs. Continuous improvement.

Coordination with Ontario's Purchasing Department for proper warehouse replenishment

Created and implemented KPI communication boards

Ensured compliance with Health & Safety and Food Sanitation requirements CESAR MONTES, MBA, P. Eng

18132 81 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 1S4

780-***-**** acqwq0@r.postjobfree.com

CANADA SAFEWAY- Edmonton Distribution Centre Edmonton, Alberta 2006 – 2007 Warehouse Supervisor (Produce-Perishables & Grocery)

Supervised inventory supply for over 150 stores across Alberta.

Carried out daily observations and audits to develop Labor Standards

Continuous improvement of processes.

Scheduled transport for on-time delivery

Implemented Health & Safety training, reducing WCB reports by 15% CASH CODE a Division of Crane Canada (Bill Validating devices), Concord, Ontario 2004-2006 Kanban Project Coordinator

Implemented a production and withdrawal replenishment system to support new value streams, allowing US$ 1.5 Million in yearly savings

Redesigned plant layout into U-shaped cell units, reducing travel time by 40%

Responsible for coordination of Receiving and Warehouse personnel to ensure timely and flawless execution of kanban system throughout the entire organization

Participated in Kaizen events to implement lean manufacturing processes COMPAÑIA MINERA ANTAMINA S.A. Lima, Perú 1999 - 2004

(Copper producer owned by Noranda and Teck-Cominco) Logistics Coordinator (Procurement Department)

Reported to the VP of Finance and Administration, started with company before mine construction.

Coordinated the transport of all heavy machinery for mine and pipeline construction

Contracted trucking companies, warehousing and custom brokers through tenders, negotiating rates and terms, reducing trucking costs by 15%

Consolidated local and import purchases shipped daily on an average of 150 truckloads, FTL & LTL

Directed implementation of tracking system through intranet to keep users updated with online data, controlling delivery times vs. costs, allowing US$ 150,000 in yearly savings EDUCATION

APEGGA Professional Engineer (#93553)

2010

Master in Business Administration (Major in Finance) 1987-1989 California State University, Sonoma, California USA (GPA = 3.6/4.0) Industrial Engineer 1980-1985

Universidad de Lima, Perú.

Graduated with honors for an outstanding thesis on a Vinegar Plant to supply the Andean market

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