DORA GARZA
**** ***** **** **, ******, TX *****
832-***-**** • ️ **********@*****.***
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Professional Summary
Results-driven Buyer/ Purchasing with 15+ years of experience in procurement, inventory management, vendor relations, and logistics in manufacturing environments, including oil & gas. Skilled in ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, Oracle), regulatory compliance (API 6A, ISO 9001), and team leadership. Proven ability to reduce costs, streamline operations, and enhance supply chain visibility. Fluent in Spanish and known for attention to detail and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Skills
Supply Chain & Operations
• Inventory & Warehouse Management
• MRP & BOM Analysis
• Domestic & International Procurement
• Vendor Sourcing & Contract Negotiation
• Logistics Coordination & Transportation Planning
• Demand Forecasting
• KPI Reporting & Cost Reduction
• API 6A / ISO 9001 Compliance
ERP & Software Proficiency
• SAP S4 / Oracle / NetSuite / Syspro
• Microsoft Dynamics / QuickBooks
• Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
• Power BI (Reporting Dashboards)
• Outlook, Word, Claris 6.0
Soft Skills
• Detail-Oriented & Analytical
• Leadership & Staff Development
• Cross-Functional Communication
• Fluent in Spanish & English
Professional Experience
Lancaster Flow Automation — Houston, TX
Procurement Specialist 2019 – 2025
• • Prepare, process and track purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
• • Source and communicate with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability and delivery schedules.
• • Collaborate with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery of goods.
• • Ran daily MRP planning, created POs, maintained ERP data, and optimized safety stock levels.
• • Maintain accurate records of shipments, purchase orders, and invoices
• • Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as lead times, cost savings, and supplier performance
• • Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and industry regulations. Scan Systems Corp. — Houston, TX
Supply Chain Specialist 2005 – 2019
• • Handled purchasing operations, from PO creation to vendor communication and invoice resolution.
• • Monitored material availability and scheduled WIP to meet production needs.
• • Reduced lead times and improved on-time delivery by coordinating closely with suppliers.
• • Assist in resolving delivery issues, discrepencies, or delay of suppliers
• • Support demand planning and forecasting to align supply with business needs Sunshine International — Houston, TX
Accounting & Office Manager 2002 – 2005
• • Managed AP/AR, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting.
• • Led recruitment, onboarding, and HR support functions.
• • Analyzed financial data using Excel to support leadership decision-making. Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift — Houston, TX
Accounting Clerk 2000 – 2002
• • Processed vendor invoices and reconciled discrepancies.
• • Maintained invoice records and supported month-end closings. FMC Corporation — Houston, TX
HR Clerk 1998 – 2000
• • Supported hiring, terminations, travel arrangements, and confidential record keeping.
Education
High School Diploma
Aldine Senior High School — 1999
North Harris College
Coursework Completed