Iran Lopez Lemus
International Business
Celaya,GUA
Summary
Accomplished professional with rich experience in optimizing supply chains and enhancing organizational procurement strategies across competitive industries. Proven track record in devising robust business initiatives, overseeing production processes, and streamlining logistics operations. Adept at contract negotiation, strategic sourcing, inventory management, and quality assurance. Skilled at market research and analysis, determining key prospects, and accelerating well-informed decision-making. Excel at risk mitigation and leading cost-saving initiatives that bolster operational efficiency. Strong leader; adept at leading cross-functional teams and executing key projects. Well-versed in improving performance metrics, maintaining high compliance standards, and fostering relationships with stakeholders, vendors, suppliers, and management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Manager Commodity MRO
Milwaukee Tools
Torreon, Coahula de Zaragoza
01.2025 - Current
- Overseeing MRO procurement strategy for North American operations (10 sites US & MX), ensuring cost-effective sourcing, supplier performance management, and operational efficiency across multiple manufacturing plants.
- Developed and executed MRO category strategy to enhance procurement effectiveness and standardize sourcing across multiple sites.
- Improved working capital and cash flow management by successfully extending supplier payment terms from 90 to 120 Days EOM, enhancing cash flow by $4 million US and optimizing working capital across 3 manufacturing sites.
- Implemented supplier performance monitoring, driving on-time delivery, quality, and service-level improvements.
- Collaborated with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to align procurement with business goals and production uptime.
- Led digital procurement initiatives, integrating analytics-driven sourcing for better decision-making.
Procurement Manager
Vibrantz Technologies
Villagran, Gto
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Oversee direct and indirect procurement for Americas Operations, encompassing MRO, energy sources involving natural gas and electricity, logistics, and packaging.
- Direct end-to-end procurement strategies that supported organizational financial goals and operational requirements.
- Negotiated raw materials procurement totaling $220M and indirect spending of $75M across 13 production plants.
- Improved working capital and cash flow management by extending supplier payment terms to 90 Days EOM.
- Achieved $2.15 M in cost reductions for indirect materials in 2023 by optimizing procurement and supply chain efficiency.
- Optimized inventory management and reduced excess inventory costs by 24% through collaboration with finance and operations teams.
Sourcing Manager
Vibrantz Technologies
Villagran, Gto
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Created and nurtured strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to devise sourcing strategies that support business objectives.
- Deployed compliance guidelines for all Mexico Sourcing employees, contributing to fostering culture of integrity and adherence to company standards.
- Oversaw and guided team of six buyers to achieve departmental goals and KPIs.
- Spearheaded management of main indirect categories including MRO, Capex, energy, and travel, and optimized organizational expenditure.
- Provided updates and insights to Americas Sourcing Director and Vice President of Supply Chain with aim of improving operational efficiency and sourcing strategies.
- Carried out KPI reporting to enable informed decision-making and continuous performance improvement within sourcing department.
MRO Purchasing & Capex
Mubea de Mexico S de RL de CV
Apaseo el Grande, Gto
11.2017 - 03.2021
- Scrutinized vendor quotations and cost proposals from potential suppliers, compiled comprehensive reports for executive review, and facilitated informed decision-making.
- Assessed and communicated readiness of suppliers to program management routinely in alignment with project timelines.
- Streamlined supplier performance by promoting continuous improvement and overseeing cost, quality, and delivery metrics.
- Built cross-functional teams to align with broader company needs and conduct thorough supplier evaluations, contributing to boosting supplier integration and effectiveness.
Purchasing Specialist
Rehau SA de CV
Apaseo el Grande, Gto
09.2014 - 11.2017
- Oversaw contract management by setting purchasing conditions before awarding contracts and validating agreements' compliance with strategic objectives.
- Established annual targets and goals for region by tracking progress and providing regular reports on cost savings.
- Collaborated with management to create annual supplier audit plan, and involved purchasing departments in assessment process under ISO/TS guidelines.
- Performed comprehensive spend analysis to classify key suppliers and elevate supply chain and procurement strategy.
North America Purchasing Chief
Cie Matic
Celaya, Gto
04.2021 - 04.2022
MRO Buyer
Pirelli México
Silao, Gto
01.2014 - 09.2014
MRO Buyer & Services
Johnson Controls Power Solutions
Celaya, Gto
11.2011 - 01.2014
MRO Buyer
Deacero Planta Aceria Celaya
Celaya, Gto
10.2007 - 11.2011
Education
Bachelor of International Trade - undefined
Skills
- Category & Procurement Management
- Performance Metrics & KPIs
- Budgeting & Cost Reduction
- Client & Supplier Relations
- Decision Making
- Market Research & Trend Analysis
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Contract Negotiation
- Change Management
- Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Operational Excellence
- Strategic Sourcing
Websites
Certification
- Six sigma green belt, JCI, 2013-01-01
- TPM, JCI, 2013-01-01
Languages
English
Personal Information
- Title: Procurement Management
- Nationality: Mexican
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Group Manager Commodity MRO - Milwaukee Tools
01.2025 - Current
Procurement Manager - Vibrantz Technologies
10.2022 - 09.2024
Sourcing Manager - Vibrantz Technologies
05.2022 - 10.2022
North America Purchasing Chief - Cie Matic
04.2021 - 04.2022
MRO Purchasing & Capex - Mubea de Mexico S de RL de CV
11.2017 - 03.2021
Purchasing Specialist - Rehau SA de CV
09.2014 - 11.2017
MRO Buyer - Pirelli México
01.2014 - 09.2014
MRO Buyer & Services - Johnson Controls Power Solutions
11.2011 - 01.2014
MRO Buyer - Deacero Planta Aceria Celaya
10.2007 - 11.2011
University of Celaya - Bachelor of International Trade,