ARIEL REYES DIAZ
Metallurgical Engineer
RAMOS ARIZPE, COAHUILA
Summary
Successful supply chain management professional knowledgeable about sourcing vendors, negotiating contracts and scheduling shipments. Collaborative and diplomatic with a well-grounded mentality and insightful nature. Articulate, discerning and responsive to changing business needs and market trends.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
CASTINGS COMMODITY MANAGER MEXICO
WATTS WATER TECHNOLOGIES
10.2021 - 7 2022
- Analyze spend data, develop & implement assigned commodity strategy and to achieve year-over-year savings as established by Management
- Reduced costs for raw materials through effective negotiation with suppliers and vendors.
- Communicate periodic results and manage continuous improvement with awareness of industry performance benchmarks and on-going push to becoming a fully integrated lean organization
- Collaborated with Value Engineer, Quality Engineer, and other associated functional team leaders for purpose of developing, assisting, and leading various project groups
- Played an instrumental role in achieving annual cost reduction targets through focused commodity management strategies.
CASTINGS COMMODITY MANAGER
HONEYWELL AUTOMOTIVE DE MEXICO
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed risk mitigation strategies for potential supply disruptions, safeguarding company operations and profit margins.
- Oversaw total cost of ownership reduction strategies.
- Increased supply chain efficiency by implementing strategic sourcing and procurement processes.
- Championed sustainable sourcing initiatives throughout the organization, leading efforts towards responsible procurement practices that reduce environmental impact while maintaining profitability goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align commodity management strategies with overall business goals and objectives.
BRONZE FOUNDRY MANAGER
T y G MANUFACTURING
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
CONSULTOR AND SALES MANAGER
MX CASTINGS
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
LATIN-AMERICA STRATEGIC SOURCING LEADER - CASTINGS, MACHINED & ASSEMBLED PARTS
PENTAIR WATER MEXICO
01.2007 - 12.2013
- Directed high-impact projects from conception to completion, consistently delivering on time and within budget constraints.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Reduced operational expenses by implementing cost-effective solutions and proactively monitoring budgetary allocation.
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision making processes, leading to more informed choices for future actions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and partners, securing favorable terms that aligned with business requirements.
- Attended industry events to represent organization and build professional network.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Education
METALLURGICAL ENGINEER -
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE SALTILLO
Saltillo, CoahuilaSkills
Supplier Relationship Management
Purchasing strategy
Technical knowledge
Supply Chain Optimization
Spend Analysis
Sourcing Strategies
Pricing negotiation
Cost Analysis
Negotiation
Industry Expertise
Certification
IATF-16949 INTERNAL AUDITOR
Timeline
CASTINGS COMMODITY MANAGER MEXICO
WATTS WATER TECHNOLOGIES
10.2021 - 7 2022
CASTINGS COMMODITY MANAGER
HONEYWELL AUTOMOTIVE DE MEXICO
01.2019 - 08.2020
BRONZE FOUNDRY MANAGER
T y G MANUFACTURING
01.2017 - 12.2018
CONSULTOR AND SALES MANAGER
MX CASTINGS
01.2014 - 01.2017
LATIN-AMERICA STRATEGIC SOURCING LEADER - CASTINGS, MACHINED & ASSEMBLED PARTS
PENTAIR WATER MEXICO
01.2007 - 12.2013
METALLURGICAL ENGINEER -
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE SALTILLO
IATF-16949 INTERNAL AUDITOR
BLACK BELT CERTIFICATION
ISO-9000 INTERNAL AUDITOR
FOUNDRY SPECIALIZATION
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