Director of Purchasing,Logistics,Inventory,cost,Business Development

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Top Skills

Price Quotes

Bid Pricing

Distribution Strategies

Languages

Spanish (Native or Bilingual)

English (Full Professional)

Certifications

Bystander Training: From Bystander

to Upstander

F&B and Non F&B Purchases

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

for All

Introduction to Policies & Procedures

Unconscious Bias

Carlos Guzman

Director of Procurement & Logistics International Sale & LATAM & Caribbean

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Summary

Experienced Director of Procurement & Logistics with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry. Skilled in Purchasing, Cost Control, Budgeting, and various operational functions including Accounting, Sales & Marketing, HR, Engineering, Culinary, Restaurant, and Customer Services. Proficient in SAP Systems, Material Control Systems, BirchStreet Systems, and Microsoft Word. Graduated from School Republica de Colombia in Puerto Rico.

Experience

Chihade International, Inc.

International Business Development Food Export LATAM & Caribbean

July 2024 - Present (5 months)

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

*Drive Business Growth: Spearhead international business development and food export strategies, identifying and cultivating new opportunities and partnerships in LATAM & Caribbean markets.

*Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and implement market entry strategies and sales plans, focusing on revenue growth and expanding market presence.

*Logistics & Compliance: Oversee export logistics, ensuring timely delivery, and manage contract negotiations while ensuring compliance with international trade regulations.

*Market Analysis & Stakeholder Relations: Analyze market trends and customer needs, build relationships with key stakeholders, and collaborate with marketing to create effective promotional campaigns. Sysco Bahamas Food Services

Director Category Management

January 2022 - July 2024 (2 years 7 months)

Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas

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*Develop category strategy and collect insights from various sources.

*Lead category management process and cross-functional teams.

*Execute sales and assortment strategy based on insights and analysis.

*Responsible for Poultry, Can Dry/Nestle/Ventura Foods/Sysco Brand, Sea Food, Frozen, Dairy, Chemical, and S&E Categories. Rosewood Little Dix Bay

Director Of Purchasing

August 2019 - January 2022 (2 years 6 months)

Virgin Islands (British)

*Significantly reduced procurement costs by standardizing processes and negotiating favorable terms.

*Managed vendor relationships and facilitated sales and marketing efforts. Oetker Collection

Director Of Purchasing and Procurement

February 2018 - August 2019 (1 year 7 months)

Antigua and Barbuda,Jumby Bay Island

*Organized and maintained the Purchasing Department to the highest professional standard.

*Ensured a continuous supply of hotel operating supplies and beverage items. Rosewood Little Dix Bay

Director Of Purchasing

August 2017 - January 2018 (6 months)

Virgin Islands (British)

*Organized and managed the Purchasing Department to maintain efficiency and improve purchases.

Meliá Hotels International

10 years 10 months

Procurement Director

March 2014 - July 2017 (3 years 5 months)

Nassau, The Bahamas

*Successfully reduced food and beverage costs through negotiation and operational adjustments.

*Participated as corporate task force for various hotel openings and training sessions.

Other Positions Held:

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*Director of Purchasing and Logistics, Master Force (Various Locations)

*Purchasing Manager, ME Miami

Director Purchasing Logistics

March 2016 - June 2016 (4 months)

New York

Master Force

Purchasing Director and Procurament

January 2016 - March 2016 (3 months)

Jamaica

Master Force Opening

Director of Purchasing a and logistics

May 2015 - July 2015 (3 months)

Miami, Florida

Master Force ME Miami

Purchasing Manager

November 2010 - February 2014 (3 years 4 months)

Atlanta, Georgia

*Developed and executed a master plan for Engineering Storeroom.

*Implemented SAP system in procedures and set operational guidelines. Purchasing Clerk

October 2006 - October 2010 (4 years 1 month)

* Development and execution of a master plan for Engineering Storeroom. Initially any purchase of Engineering was separate from any other purchase as Engineering department was in charge. However Purchasing department was responsible for Engineering Storeroom / Purchases and I as the leader of this project.

* Implementing SAP system in the procedures and setting the operational guidelines to avoid the lack of key spare parts and operating supplies. Education

School Republica de Colombia

Bachelor of Marketing, Bachelor of Marketing · (2000 - 2003) Page 3 of 3

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