Guillermo L. Contreras G.
Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua,CHH
Summary
Accomplished Buyer-Planner with a proven track record at RR Donnelly and other sites for enhancing supplier relationships and reducing procurement costs through strategic sourcing. Excelled in multi-tasking and Microsoft Excel, demonstrating strong interpersonal abilities and expertise in materials research. Achieved significant improvements in inventory monitoring and demand forecasting, ensuring efficient production cycles and cost savings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer - Planner
Ecopak
12.2022 - 07.2024
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Worked with key departments to maintain Production running with minimal offsets.
Production Planner
LEVITON
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
- Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
- Downloaded the Customer Sales Order report on a weekly basis and the same time monitored raw material to fulfill the orders.
Buyer Specialist
ACME Power Products
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Hired as a temporary Buyer to cover a maternity leave and provided the required support.
- Conducted regular audits of vendor contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Enhanced procurement efficiency by streamlining the purchasing process and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Developed comprehensive reporting tools, providing insight into purchasing performance metrics and highlighting areas for improvement in the procurement process.
- Work closely with overseas suppliers to obtain the raw material documentation in transit to US ports.
Buyer-Planner
RR Donnelley & Sons Co
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Downloaded on a daily basis both the Shortages report and the Sales Order report from JD Edwards.
- Worked with US and Overseas suppliers for raw material procurement and expedite it if necessary.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Maintained key item stock levels and expedited purchase orders where stock discrepancies were found.
- Held daily team meetings to review the progress of the Production Plan and review any emerging issues.
Strategic Buyer
AmesburyTruth
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities in the supply chain.
- Led supplier selection process, conducting thorough evaluations based on price, quality, and service levels.
- Managed complex projects effectively by coordinating with internal team members and external partners.
- Coordinated the shipping of metals such iron and aluminum with overseas suppliers for delivery to US ports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Engineering
UACJ
Ciudad JuarezHigh School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Midland, TXSkills
- Purchase Order and Quotation Management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Microsoft Excel Proficient
- Materials research, evaluation, and sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Monitoring
- Demand forecasting
- Interpersonal ability
Sky watcher
I enjoy watching the sky whether if it's during the day or during the night.
The sky is full of surprises, you never know what you're going see up there.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Buyer - Planner
Ecopak
12.2022 - 07.2024
Production Planner
LEVITON
09.2020 - 08.2022
Buyer Specialist
ACME Power Products
10.2019 - 01.2020
Buyer-Planner
RR Donnelley & Sons Co
02.2018 - 07.2019
Strategic Buyer
AmesburyTruth
09.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Engineering
UACJ
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
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