BYRON RODRÍGUEZ
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***** ******* **, *** ***** CA 92126
Material Program Manager
Highly accomplished Supply Chain Professional with over 10 years of experience as a Material Program Manager in manufacturing operations. Expertise in overseeing material planning across high-impact programs, bridging Program Management, Engineering, and Supply Chain. Proven ability to translate production needs into executable material strategies using internal tools and real-time analysis, even without commercial MRP. Adept at data analysis and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance decision-making in fast-paced environments, while maintaining a proactive approach to growth. Skilled in developing material program plans, managing demand-to-supply, optimizing availability/allocation, and overseeing procurement. Adept at financial planning (BOE generation) and driving compliance/continuous improvement. Proficient in advanced Excel (Power Query, Power Pivot, DAX) and ERP/MRP systems, and familiar with SAP. Thrives independently in fast-paced environments and consistently demonstrates commitment and accountability to project success.
Key Achievements
Drove $1.5M+ in material cost savings and efficiency gains via supply chain optimization, demonstrating a commitment to cost-effective solutions
Achieved 91% on time, on-budget project delivery and 93% on-time supplier performance, reflecting strong accountability in program execution
Reduced inventory by 5% ($1M savings) while improving customer service to 98% through innovative inventory management strategies, proving to be a creative and strategic thinker
Supported critical financial proposals with accurate material forecasts and BOE inputs, enhancing the launch of new programs aligned with regulatory requirements.
Supported critical financial proposals with accurate material forecasts and BOE inputs
Core Competencies
Material Planning
Cross-Functional Coordination
Financial & Procurement
Demand Translation
Program, Engineering, Procurement Liaison
Budget Forecasting
Allocation & Inventory Control
Manufacturing & Quality Synchronization
Proposal Support (BOE)
Lead Times & Yield Loss
Issue Resolution Across Departments
Cost Alignment & Escalation Handling
SIOP & Material Strategy
Cross-Program Communication
Supplier Performance Tracking
Relevant Professional Experience
InnoPhos Feb 2018-Mar 2025
($1 BIL. Manufacturer & Supplier of Chemical, Regulated, and Institutional products)
www.innophos.com
Senior Enterprise Project Manager- Supply Chain-Manufacturing operations
Developed and executed material strategies for manufacturing/supply chain programs, driving $2.5M in cost savings.
Translated production forecasts into executable material plans, managing demand/supply and allocating inventory without commercial MRP.
Coordinated cross-functional teams (Program Mgmt., Procurement, Eng., Mfg., Quality) for synchronized material flow and issue resolution, particularly in defense programs and aerospace projects, utilizing a strategic approach.
Oversaw procurement and tracked supplier performance (93% on-time delivery), proactively managing escalations.
Supported financial planning/proposal development, providing material budgets and BOE inputs, focusing on cost-effective solutions and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Generated SIOP reports and maintained MPPs, ensuring material readiness visibility to leadership through a database approach.
Drove compliance and continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing scalability and efficiency through agile methodologies.
Linde Gas, April 2014 – Jan 2018
$22 BIL. Manufacturer & Supplier, Medical devices, and Institutional products
www.linde.com
Supply Chain Manager
Managed end-to-end material planning, including master production planning and demand forecasting, ensuring optimal order inventory levels.
Directed supply risk management, identifying gaps and implementing mitigation strategies in manufacturing and supply chain programs, focusing on growth through strategic interventions.
Monitored real-time supply/demand and inventory, optimizing allocation using data analysis and innovative solutions.
Prepared reports and managed supply chain KPIs, improving operational profit by 30-40% through increased efficiency and innovation.
Coordinated S&OP meetings to balance supply/demand and adjust plans, fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams.
Led continuous improvement projects, optimizing inventory and production schedules, focusing on timing and yield loss. Fostered a strong organizational culture that embraces innovation and efficiency.
Played a key role in improving performance indicators in customer service, inventory, and production.
Improved operational profit by 30% through cost-effective sourcing and planning.
Contributed to improved inventory accuracy from 94% to 98% and customer service levels from 95% to 99%, showcasing dedication to service excellence and effective implementation of procedures
Eppendorf Manufacturing, Enfield CT Jan 2011 – Mar 2014
Manufacturer of Medical devices, Biotech Instrumentation Products
www.eppendorf.com
Supply Chain Analyst / Material Planner-Engineer
•Managed material planning/supply chain systems for biotech devices (S&OP, inventory, production planning).
•Translated demand forecasts into supply execution plans, initiating corrective actions for deviations and aligning with program execution.
•Coordinated production/purchase plans with procurement and manufacturing, improving efficiency across departments and enhancing supervising capabilities.
•Monitored inventory targets and managed disposition of aged/damaged inventory through effective process improvement.
•Improved supply chain performance, reducing costs, inventory (5%), and delivery time (20%), contributing to a compact and efficient operation.
•Increased customer service levels to 99.9% via operational optimization and innovative inventory practices.
• Achieved 5% of inventory reduction and 20% in delivery time reduction for his portfolio of products, evidencing a strong commitment to efficiency.
EDUCATION
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
National Polytechnic University, Quito, Ecuador
Master’s degree, MBA Supply Chain Management
Bachelor’s in science, Mechanical Engineering
Lean 6-Sigma Certification (in progress) Project Management Professional PMP