Sergio Vargas
CONTACT
Address : Maple Grove, MN 55311
Phone : 612-***-****
Email : ad32sz@r.postjobfree.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-
vargas-abarca-57880020
SKILLS
• Strategic Vision
• Sales and Operations (S&OP)
Management
• Demand Management
• Inventory Management
• Global and Detailed Capacity
Analysis
• DRP, ERP, MRP management
• Inventory Management
• Logistics Management
• Distribution Management
• Warehousing Management
• Global Sourcing
• Strategic Sourcing
• Category Management
• Materials Purchasing
• E-procurement Systems
• Make vs Buy
• Risk Management
• Market Research
• Regulatory Compliance
• Price Negotiation
• Contract Negotiation and Execution
• Supplier Relationships
• Commodities Market trends
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Cost Analysis
• Project Management
• Manufacturing relocations
• Technology Integration
• Supply Chain Planning and
Optimization
• Lean manufacturing and Supply
Chain
• Policies Standardization and
Implementation
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SUPPLY CHAIN AND PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL WITH HIGH SOFT SKILLS FOR PEOPLE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Results-driven Supply Chain Manager with over 20 of experience leading end-to-end logistics operations. Proven expertise in optimizing supply chain processes, reducing costs, and enhancing overall efficiency. Adept at implementing innovative solutions and technology to drive visibility and informed decision-making. Strong leadership, team management, coaching and mentoring and cross-functional collaboration skills. Committed to continuous improvement and achieving business objectives. Strong abilities to communicate, persuade and negotiate in challenging intercultural environments. WORK HISTORY
Business Strategy and Supply Chain/Procurement Consultant 01/2018 to Current. San Jose, Costa Rica
• Supported businesses owners and entrepreneurs in business development in all functional areas while improving life balance, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
• Guided entrepreneurs through the process of setting realistic goals and developing achievable action plans.
• Evaluated existing organizational structures and recommended improvements for increased productivity and efficiency levels within client businesses.
• Trained for CRECEX (Commercial Chamber in Costa Rica) on Supply Chain areas as S&OP, Warehousing, Inventory management and Strategic Purchasing.
• Taught University for Industrial Engineering.
Operations Manager, 10/2019 to 03/2021
Grupo GAP - Alajuela, Costa Rica (Contract)
• Manufacturing and Distribution of balanced nutrition for animals in Costa Rica.
• Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
• Implemented new inventory management system to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
• Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex business challenges.
• Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
• Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
• Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
• Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
SERGIO VARGAS
• Set Supply Chain Organizations in
acquired sites
• Performance Metrics
• Process Improvement
• ISO Quality Management
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Financial Analysis
• Spend Analysis
• Costing System Development
• Cash Flow Improvement
• Strong organizational and time
management skills with the ability to
multitask
• Team Leadership
• Effective Communication
• Change Management
• Detail oriented
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Problem Solving
• Writing and Verbal Communication
• Persuasion Skills
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Diverse Culture and Environments
LANGUAGES
Spanish:
Native or Bilingual
English:
Professional Working
English level C1 (Common European
Framework of Reference for Languages)
French:
Limited Working
Italian:
Limited Working
• Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications.
• Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
• General reorganization implemented.
• Establishment of new functional areas: Demand planning and Purchasing. Logistics and Operations Manager, 02/2016 to 07/2017 Grupo Farmanova Intermed - San Jose, Costa Rica
• Managed Purchasing, Imports/Exports, warehousing and distribution areas for local and regional markets.
• Audits program and action plans implemented on Drugstores network (70) according with local regulation standards.
• Generated savings about 500 K USD due to free trade agreements incorporation in imports department.
• Implemented quality control systems that boosted overall product consistency and reliability.
• Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
• Supervised the distribution network with 70 people and 320 POS (Point of Sales).
• Implemented new distribution route for rural areas under Cold Chain Regulations. Planning and Purchasing Manager, 03/2015 to 02/2016 Medtronic/Covidien - Alajuela, Costa Rica
• Supervised Planning, Raw Material procurement and Indirect Purchasing for two manufacturing facilities.
• Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
• Optimized inventory levels by implementing project oriented to storage concentration.
• Trained junior staff members on best practices, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
• Ensured compliance with corporate policies and applicable regulations governing procurement activities, mitigating company risks.
• Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
• Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs while costs savings.
• Implemented initiatives for vendors relocation from USA to Costa Rica. Co-Founder, 01/2012 to 02/2015
Bell' Art Costa Rica - Alajuela, Costa Rica
• Commercialized product from Mexico in the Costa Rican market.
• Implemented entrepreneur family project.
• Managed Total Cost of Ownership schemes for setting selling prices and keeping desired utility margins.
Supply Chain Manager, 01/2011 to 12/2012
Bticino de México S.A de C.V. - Queretaro, Mexico
BTicino de Mexico is the largest manufacturing facility of Group Legrand in LATAM.
• Implemented S&OP process for de unit.
• Managed supply chain areas: commercial forecasting, planning for: raw materials, subcontracted parts and products, finished products, production planning. Customer service, imports and exports, warehousing.
• Implemented projects for Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chain Processes. Added Value Analysis and Kaizen activities.
• Supervised of procurement of finished goods to 6 different units in LATAM.
• Service level to customer increased from 68% to 95% for commercial market.
• Increased Service Level from 90% to 95% while manufacturing volume increased 500% for Group's subsidiaries in LATAM.
• Implemented Inventory optimization projects for raw materials, meaning a reduction of 3.9 M USD and annual savings of 470K USD. Inventories turns from 5.5 to 7.7
• Development skills in negotiation and coordination with other organizational areas as Manufacturing, Commercial, Marketing.
Supply Chain Project Manager for LATAM, 08/2008 to 12/2010 Legrand Group - San Jose, Costa Rica
• Supervised and improved Global Supply Chain network of Legrand Group in LATAM.
• Established and standardized PSO (Strategic and Operational Plan) between Headquarters and all General Managers in LATAM).
• Established and standardized S&OP (Sales and Operations Plan) process involving manufacturing and supply chain functions for LATAM subsidiaries.
• Improved KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for Service Level and Inventories Turns by action plans setup.
• Proposed and implemented project to improve operational performance in LATAM. As a result: the Chilean and Costa Rican manufacturing sited were relocated to Mexico and Colombia.
• Managed Rough Cut Capacity plan and decision taking between LATAM manufacturing units.
• Managed forecasting and data interchange between LATAN commercial needs.
• Coordinated new products launching between Corporate and Regional Functional areas.
• Coordinated activities with Product Development and Industrialization to define manufacturing side for new products.
• Developed audits and established action plans to standardize the supply chain procedures of Legrand Group.
• Implemented Group’s procedures for new acquisitions.
• Evaluated, coached and developed of supply chain organizations.
• Develop highly skills on negotiation in an Intercultural Environment at top level management.
Supply Chain Manager, 01/2004 to 07/2008
Bticino de Costa Rica S.A. - Heredia, Costa Rica
• Participated in the Industrial Plan optimization for Venezuela and Peru (two sites were transferred).
• Implemented new Distribution Center in Costa Rica.
• Certified ISO Quality Management System.
EDUCATION
• Graduate Masters in Manufacturing Modern Systems, Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica-Costa Rica, 2004.
• Bachelor in Industrial Production Engineering,
Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica - Costa Rica, 1996
• Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), The Association for Operations Management (APICS). 2006
• Business Management and Leadership.
Thunderbird School of Global Management–USA, 2008
• Legrand Purchasing Training,
The European Institute of Purchasing Management-Brazil, 2007
• Supply Chain Management,
INCAE Business School – Guatemala, 2006
• Leader Auditor ISO 9001:2000,
Quality Services International (QSI)-Costa Rica, 2002 CERTIFICATIONS
• Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM). APICS. 2006.
• Certified Business Coach. ActionCOACH. 2018.
• Certified Quality Auditor. Quality Systems International (QSI). 2002. MEMBERSHIPS
• National Electric Standardization Committee INTE CTN 20.
• National Standardization Committee for Quality Management INTE ISO 176.
.