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.

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