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