Supply Chain Project Manager

MAURICIO ROSENFELD

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619-***-**** • **********@*******.*** • LinkedIn Profile PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced supply chain and operations management professional with over 20 years of experience across academic institutions, biotech, and startup environments. Proven track record in supplier management, contract negotiation, procurement, cost control, risk mitigation, and project leadership. Adept at building strong vendor relationships, streamlining supply chains, and executing strategic sourcing plans. Bilingual communicator (English/Spanish) with deep experience supporting internal and external stakeholders, promoting cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory policies. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Research Scientist / Operations Manager

University of California San Diego, Cancer Center – La Jolla, CA Sep 2024 – Present

Manage daily supply chain and procurement functions, supporting laboratory operations and compliance initiatives.

Lead vendor relations and procurement strategy, ensuring availability of critical supplies while aligning with budgetary goals.

Develop comprehensive project timelines and budget forecasts, identifying cost-saving opportunities and operational risks.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth relocation of laboratory facilities, including sensitive equipment and hazardous materials, in full regulatory compliance. Project Manager / Senior Scientist

Cell Performance Institute – San Diego, CA / Tijuana, Mexico Aug 2023 – Jun 2024

Directed procurement and vendor management for cleanroom construction under GMP and GLP standards.

Negotiated contracts and sourced refurbished equipment, achieving a 66% cost reduction while meeting technical requirements.

Oversaw cross-border supply chain logistics and customs processes, ensuring timely delivery of critical equipment.

Built and maintained strategic supplier relationships to support project delivery and internal client needs.

Consultant

Vitalia – San Diego, CA

Jan 2023 – Aug 2023

Advised biotech clients (e.g., UCSD, Taliz, ProTech) on procurement, regulatory compliance, and decommissioning procedures.

Led initiatives to standardize supplier management practices and reduce risk exposure. Director of Operations

Plexium – San Diego, CA

Oct 2020 – Dec 2022

Oversaw supplier selection, procurement, and installation of $4.7M in lab equipment across a 30,000 sq. ft. facility.

Implemented asset and maintenance management systems to reduce downtime and optimize resource use.

Managed vendor contracts and service agreements, ensuring performance and compliance with organizational policies.

Led tenant improvement projects, including budget planning ($376K), procurement, and contractor oversight.

Program Co-Director & Clinical Research Associate

Scripps Health & MD Anderson Cancer Center – San Diego, CA Jul 2017 – Apr 2020

Managed outsourced contracts and supplier relationships with CROs, overseeing annual spend of $188K–$376K.

Negotiated supply and service agreements, NDAs, and MTAs.

Directed budgetary planning and monitored project progress to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

Research Associate / Project Manager

The Scripps Research Institute – La Jolla, CA

Jul 2010 – Jul 2017

Conducted procurement of experimental materials and capital equipment.

Supported research operations through supplier coordination, logistics, and experimental support.

Senior Manager, Laboratory Operations & Purchasing TargeGen – San Diego, CA

Apr 2002 – Apr 2010

Acquired $8M in lab equipment and supervised a $1.8M annual budget for supplies and

$385K in service contracts.

Negotiated pricing structures and managed vendor relations to support business continuity and cost efficiency.

Coordinated facility expansions and relocations, including procurement, contract negotiation, and logistics.

Ensured regulatory compliance and led corporate EH&S and safety initiatives. Research Associate / Industrial Liaison & Project Manager The Scripps Research Institute – La Jolla, CA

Jan 1990 – Apr 2002

Supported procurement and industry collaboration for drug discovery projects including Vitaxin and Cilengitide.

Facilitated external partnerships and contributed to advancing compounds from preclinical to clinical trials.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Biology

University of California San Diego – La Jolla, CA

March 1991

Direct Marketing Certificate

University of San Diego – San Diego, CA

February 1994

SKILLS

Supplier & Contract Management

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

Cost Control & TCO Analysis

Project & Operations Leadership

Risk Mitigation & Compliance

Cross-Functional Team Support

ERP & Supply Chain Systems

Fluent in English & Spanish

CERTIFICATIONS

PMP – Project Management Professional (In Progress; 85% Complete)

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