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Rafael A. Roman Rodriguez

Site Procurement Lead

aducet@r.postjobfree.com • 787-***-****

Las Piedras, PR 00771

Highly analytical and performance-driven professional with extensive experience in supply chain management. Excellent results evaluating and upgrading existing procedures as well as utilizing quantitative methods to understand and streamline supply chain processes. Cost-conscious individual with proven track record of coordinating production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, and financial forecasting services or activities with a focus on reducing costs. Skilled in overseeing movement, storage, and processing of inventory; maintain appropriate inventory levels. Adept at developing and recommending strategic solutions to decrease downtime and improve planning process in terms of supply. Known for building and maintaining robust relationships at all levels. Exceptional relationships with clients, peers and senior leadership to provide sustainable business solutions. Problem solving and analytical thinking skills, a fast-learning curve, and ability to adapt to evolving industry trends. Areas of Expertise

Supply Chain Operations

Strategic Analysis & Planning

Project Management (Power BI)

Profit & Revenue Optimization

Global Purchasing & Distribution

New Business Development

Product Management

Quality Assurance & Control

Contract Management

Signature Accomplishments

● Accomplished prize of excellence “Supply Chain Management” for product transfer from Arecibo to Caguas with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals.

● Delivered excellent results for Pfizer Pharmaceuticals by negotiating global contracts for API/RM/PC.

● Contributed in Coopervision with facilities project expansion working Capital Projects, Bidding, RFQ, Negotiations.

● Contributed in Neolpharma to the approval for the market of first two products (Controlled Substances) Professional Experience

Site Procurement Lead 2022 to Present

Becton and Dickinson LTD. PR

Responsible for the Site Procurement Operations, Part of the global strategic team and responsible for achieving cost reductions primarily on the Bill of Materials spend, measured by budget-to-budget reductions and PPV during the year. Ensuring continuity of supply and avoiding disruptions to manufacturing are key. The Site Procurement Lead will report to the Platform Procurement Leader. This position will be part of the Extended Site Leadership Team and will have strong working relationships with the Platform lead, Site Management teams, Supply Chain, Category Managers, Finance, Quality, EHS, GTS and all functions that affect the supply base. Responsible for the Site Procurement Operations

● Responsible for the Site Procurement Operations

● Drive site initiatives to reduce the cost of purchased good and services

● Generating and updating cost reduction plan and budget for the site by working closely with Category Managers and Site Management

● Key measures: savings achievement, impact upon budget, material availability, inventory and supplier performance and risk reduction

● Working closely with Category Managers, CIP, accountable of site budget of direct materials, defining and providing SC and PPV

● Support quality audits, change controls and procedures and assure implementation of corporate global policies

● Notifies network partners of potential global supply interruptions events and cooperates on cross network supply issues

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Thermo Fisher Scientific 2021 to 2022

Sr. Manufacturing Planner-Scheduler & Buyer

Ensure effective planning and management of supply chain areas with a focus on increasing operational efficiency and effectiveness. Develop and facilitate detailed and master production schedule for CMO accounts. Enable the best allocation and utilization of resources by formulating and executing leading-edge plans for manufacturing and packaging areas. Manage changes in capacity requirements as well as maintain operational compliance with set standards by communicating with top management levels

● Leads the Planning/Scheduling/Procurement, Master Production Schedules, Production Plans and Customer Service functions, optimize inventory investment, and optimizing utilization of resource for the site. Neolpharma Caguas, Puerto Rico 2020 to 2021

Supply Chain Management Supervisor

Responsible for maximizing supply chain efficiency and effectiveness in meeting the demands of a rapidly growing production/manufacturing operation. Manages and controls overall production and inventory of the assigned products. In coordination with the Supply Chain Director coordinates organization’s overall supply chain operations, including planning, purchasing and support of logistic, distribution and warehouse operations. Managers suppliers and develop purchasing strategies which meet budgetary and other operational requirements of the company. Negotiating prices and contracts, reviewing technical specifications of raw materials, components, equipment or buildings. Maintain total inventory within the approved investment plan.

● Leads the Planning/Scheduling/Procurement, Master Production Schedules, Production Plans and Customer Service functions, optimize inventory investment, and optimizing utilization of resource for the site.

● Ensure the materials/planning function of the company and will have sole ownership of material floor, long term contract, supplier negotiation, and production planning (long term/short term).

● Communicates constraints to meet the Sales Forecast and possible impact to customer services and or inventory investment.

● Ensure products launches ad changes are properly planned and executed on a timely basis.

● Ensure compliance with contract agreements with Third Parties in terms of product supply.

● Develop and meet inventory goals for the company which effectively balance cash-flow, industry leading product lead times and inventory turn rates.

● Support the Warehouse operations, logistic and transportation Neolpharma Caguas, Puerto Rico 2015 to 2021

Supply Chain Management Analyst

Ensure effective planning and management of supply chain areas with a focus on increasing operational efficiency and effectiveness. Develop and facilitate master production schedule for Neolpharma products and CMO accounts. Enable the best allocation and utilization of resources by formulating and executing leading-edge plans for manufacturing and packaging areas. Manage changes in capacity requirements as well as maintain operational compliance with set standards by communicating with top management levels. Prepare and control budget with a focus on cost reduction.

● Oversaw and streamlined inventory planning and distribution process.

● Led Neolpharma Mexico and Neolpharma Puerto Rico product transfer activities.

● Supported Neolpharma in achieving Inventory Targets and minimizing backorders of principal product in market; assisted Neolpharma Pharmaceuticals in attaining FDA approval of the first two products for company. Coopervision, Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico 2013 to 2015 Sr. Buyer Strategic Sourcing

Established and maintained high-level engagements with top 10 manufacturers and suppliers of machinery and services for company including Domestic and International Markets. Procured over 15,000 items with a focus on cost reduction; uncovered and secured cost saving opportunities. Managed over 100 purchase orders, requisitions, and quotations. Developed and controlled budget.

● Achieved 95% of material availability, decreased downtime and maximized production in manufacturing areas.

● Contributed to the success of various company programs (Lean, Thinking, and CIP). Page 3 3

● Improved liability in terms of payments and invoices resolutions as per policies and customers’ expectations.

● Generated excellent savings results for Coopervision Company, 1.6M in 1 years. DIRECTV, Carolina, Puerto Rico 2008 to 2013

Procurement Sr. Manager

Formulated and executed new procedures / initiatives in DIRECTV in telecommunications operations for continuous process and performance improvement. Performed budget analysis and forecast for main materials, including approximately 5,000 different SKU’s. Established and provided strategic recommendations to increase efficiency of planning process in terms of supply.

● Received an excellent business awards for two consecutive years for enabling the effective management of procurement and warehouse activities; devised and executed warehouse maintenance activities.

● Optimized inventory visibility and minimized materials shortages by applying new system called Cognos.

● Generated savings of approximately $300K in Telecommunications Market through effective negotiations, while acting as a liaison between DirecTV US / DIRECTV PR in terms of materials and services. Additional experience

Senior Demand Planner (Mfg and Pck Area) at Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Puerto Rico

● Held full accountability for the operation of materials planning, master production scheduling, budget, forecasting, and capacity planning, contributed to the success of various company programs (Lean, Thinking, and CIP’s).

● Managed 600 plus raw materials, packaging components, and semi-finished goods items; performed vendor auditing as well as administration of quotations, negotiations, contracts, consignment, and purchase orders.

● Conducted handshake negotiations of control substances sourcing with Kalamazoo (US) and France (International) to support manufacturing operations.

● Developed DEA forms and led negotiations for control substances of domestic and international markets.

● Won award of Excellence “Supply Chain Management” for transforming products from Pfizer/Arecibo, Pfizer/Brooklyn, and Pfizer/Barceloneta to Pfizer Caguas site. Education

Master of Business Administration

Universidad del Turabo, Gurabo, Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Business Administration

Universidad de Puerto Rico, Humacao, Puerto Rico

Professional Training / Certifications

National Association of Purchasing Management

Certification in Purchasing and Inventory Administration Certification FTZ – Free Trade Zone

Leadership Training for Managers (Dale Carnegie)

Transportation and Logistics Management, Asociacion de Compradores de PR OSHA, DOT, ISO 9000, GMP’s

Aspectos Legales, Asociación de Compradores de PR

Negociacion Efectiva, Karras

CVI Global Personal Organization

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