Kinaxis Supply Chain ERP
Jesús Omar Navarro Avila
International Business / Supply Chain
Queretaro
Summary
To find the needs and to develop logistic solutions in the company, looking for areas of opportunity; and to increase sales with the control and managing of production and distribution looking for the total satisfaction of the clients. Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing, and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 14 years of experience in leading organizational business units.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
Bitron De Mexico
Querétaro City, Querétaro, Mexico
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Managed procurement activities, driving cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
- Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective supplier management and communication strategies.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Optimized warehouse operations, resulting in improved order fulfillment rates and reduced order processing time.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leading to more accurate demand forecasting and reduced stockouts.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics.
- Supervised 51 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels by ensuring on-time delivery of products through proactive shipment tracking and issue resolution.
- Initiated risk mitigation strategies to address potential disruptions in supply chain, minimizing impacts on business continuity.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with sales and production teams to develop integrated planning processes, improving overall business performance.
- Spearheaded cross-functional teams focused on continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain function.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Leveraged analytics tools for in-depth analysis of supply chain data, resulting in actionable insights for process improvements.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration to align goals across multiple functions within organization.
- Streamlined transportation operations, optimizing routing plans and reducing fuel consumption costs.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy with implementation of robust cycle counting program.
- Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
- Applied insights of global economics and marketing to implement pricing strategies and channels.
- Designed plant layouts, tooling fixtures and flowcharts of materials to meet delivery targets.
- Built exceptional rapport with suppliers and transportation companies to create seamless operations.
- Devised and maintained up-to-date database of supplier and vendor performance metrics.
- Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving.
Materials Director
Benchmark
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
1 2022 - 06.2023
- Lead of 360 Direct / Indirect labor by mentoring and coaching to increase capabilities from the team.
- Drove cost savings initiatives through comprehensive supplier contract negotiations while maintaining strong relationships to guarantee long-term success.
- Led efforts in reducing lead times from suppliers, improving overall responsiveness to customer demands without compromising quality or cost objectives.
- Established a continuous improvement culture within the team by regularly evaluating current practices against industry benchmarks and best practices.
- Conducted ongoing demand forecasting to maintain accurate inventory levels, preventing stockouts and excess inventory costs.
- Reduced material costs through effective negotiation with suppliers while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensured timely production schedules by closely monitoring material availability and addressing potential supply chain bottlenecks proactively.
- Developed data-driven decision-making tools to optimize material usage, reducing waste and saving costs.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by implementing strategic procurement processes and inventory management systems.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by implementing an organized storage system, increasing productivity for incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Partnered with global sourcing teams to identify alternative materials that resulted in cost savings without sacrificing product performance or quality specifications.
- Analyzed supplier performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive cost reduction initiatives across the supply chain network.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Managed relationships with key vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and minimize production downtime.
Materials Manager
IPTE (Integrated Production & Test Engineering)
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Lead of 2 buyers, 2 WH, 1 Planner, 1 Logistic,
- IMMEX resolution for a better performance of Import strategies,
- Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
- Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
- Coordinated meticulous order management systems and production lifecycles for comprehensive customer development and satisfaction.
- Purchased indirect manufacturing supplies, administrative support materials and packaging to comprehensively build multifaceted production lifecycles.
- Championed process improvements that resulted in shorter lead times for key products, boosting customer satisfaction rates.
- Leveraged data analytics tools to identify trends in material usage patterns, helping inform future purchasing decisions more effectively.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize material selection and reduce overall production costs.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
- Optimized transportation routes and schedules for timely delivery of raw materials while minimizing transportation costs.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with suppliers, reducing costs without compromising on quality or delivery timeframes.
- Reduced lead times for critical materials through strategic supplier partnerships.
- Streamlined procurement processes, resulting in cost savings and increased operational efficiency.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
Supply Chain Manager / Planning Manager / Purchasing Manager/ Production Control Manager / PMP
Benchmark Electronics
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
1 2011 - 02.2018
- Customer Driven, Supply Chain Analyst, Corporate Inventory asset controls Leader, Global and in plant follower metrics, Commit Process, Inventory Projection Management, Indirect Purchasing, Supplier Conf Call / Development / Shortages Review, Production Control Manager (Lead of 8 Production Schedulers Planners), Quoting, NPI development and structure review (BOM), Project Manager Implementing CRP(Capacity Resource Planning) & ERP Implementation, Leader of Trimble project and Emerson (MVD) project, Production plans, Shortages Report, Forecast Management, Purchasing Management, HC analyze
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Increased customer satisfaction levels by ensuring on-time delivery of products through proactive shipment tracking and issue resolution.
- Initiated risk mitigation strategies to address potential disruptions in the supply chain, minimizing impacts on business continuity.
- Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards and established timelines.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital.
- Leveraged analytics tools for in-depth analysis of supply chain data, resulting in actionable insights for process improvements.
- Implemented lean principles throughout the organization''s supply chain operations, contributing to waste reduction efforts and cost savings initiatives.
- Reduced inventory levels and improved supply chain visibility using strategic initiatives.
- Created and implemented comprehensive supply chain management strategies.
- Provided supply chain guidance to team of 27 employees.
- Managed procurement activities, driving cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
- Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective supplier management and communication strategies.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leading to more accurate demand forecasting and reduced stockouts.
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Supervised 37 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
Fabrication Planning Manager
FLEXTRONICS
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Leader of Scheduling on the Fabrication Area, Development of pull system, Handle of Production Capacity, Owner of Scheduling Production Plans (Punch, Bend, Weld, Spot, Pack, Hwrd), Owner of Materials Control (Material Handlers)
- Increased team productivity with regular progress monitoring and providing constructive feedback.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the planning department, identifying opportunities for enhanced performance outcomes.
- Coordinated closely with operations teams to ensure seamless integration between project planning stages and actual implementation activities.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing redundancies and increasing overall efficiency in the planning department.
- Evaluated project performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Monitored processes and procedures, making sure company met compliance regulations.
- Presented regular progress updates to senior leadership, highlighting successes as well as challenges encountered during project execution phases.
- Optimized scheduling procedures for improved resource utilization, resulting in increased cost savings for the company.
- Mentored and supported 10 Schedulers department employees to create strong workplace culture.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimize potential issues and maintain project momentum.
- Created new methodologies to improve planning process and results.
- Collaborated with company leaders to support consistency and best practices.
- Reduced costs through efficient resource allocation and strategic negotiations with suppliers.
- Oversaw multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to achieve optimal results for each assignment.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Master Planner Scheduler (MPS)& (MPS Fabrication)
Sanmina-SCI
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
02.2007 - 01.2011
- Control of customer demand, Forecast Management, Handle of production capacities, Materials Control, Planning and execution for projects closing, Knowledge of Hard Tool, Project planning and demand by Work Center, Control of excess inventory
- Implemented lean principles in the Master Planning process, reducing waste and increasing overall efficiency.
- Developed strategic plans for capacity expansion, ensuring sufficient resources to support business growth.
- Conducted regular reviews of safety stock levels to minimize risk of stockouts without tying up excessive capital in inventory holdings.
- Performed detailed analysis of historical data, identifying trends to inform accurate demand forecasts and inventory management decisions.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful launch of new product lines by coordinating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality departments during the design phase.
- Optimized supply chain operations by collaborating with cross-functional teams to increase overall productivity.
- Managed critical projects from inception through completion, consistently delivering results on time and within budget parameters.
- Designed and implemented cost-effective manufacturing schedules to meet customer requirements within budget constraints.
- Championed process improvement initiatives that resulted in streamlined workflows and increased overall efficiency within the Master Planning function.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior planners, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the planning department.
- Reduced inventory costs through effective demand forecasting and material resource planning.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining Master Planning processes and implementing new software tools.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with efficient order fulfillment and timely delivery of products.
- Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
- Developed and maintained automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records to enhance office workflows.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive production reports to highlight production developments for management review.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Education
Bechalor´s ´ - International Bussiness
Instituto Tecnologico De Estudios Superiores ITESO
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico 12.2001 - 12.2005
Skills
Supplier Relationship Management
Strategic Sourcing
Procurement expertise
Warehouse Management
Production Scheduling
Materials Planning
Demand forecasting
ERP systems proficiency
Teamwork and Collaboration
Warehouse Logistics
Problem-Solving
Problem-solving abilities
Shipping and receiving
Data Entry
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Warehouse Operations
Excellent Communication
Job Planning
Decision-Making
Self Motivation
Effective Communication
Team Collaboration
Attention to Detail
Problem-solving aptitude
Operations Monitoring
Logistics Management
Work Planning and Prioritization
Inventory organization
Education
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente (ITESO), Bachelor's in international business, 2001, 2005, Instituto de Ciencias, 1997, 2000
Workschedule
Full Time
Generalinformation
Guadalajara, Jalisco, México, 09/14/82, Mexicana
Software
Oracle ERP
BAAN LN & BAAN 5
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power Point
Microsoft Dynamics ERP
SIGIP ERP
APS Supply Chain ERP
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
Bitron De Mexico
06.2023 - 06.2024
Materials Manager
IPTE (Integrated Production & Test Engineering)
03.2018 - 01.2022
Fabrication Planning Manager
FLEXTRONICS
01.2011 - 01.2011
Master Planner Scheduler (MPS)& (MPS Fabrication)
Sanmina-SCI
02.2007 - 01.2011
Bechalor´s ´ - International Bussiness
Instituto Tecnologico De Estudios Superiores ITESO
12.2001 - 12.2005
Materials Director
Benchmark
1 2022 - 06.2023
Supply Chain Manager / Planning Manager / Purchasing Manager/ Production Control Manager / PMP
Benchmark Electronics
1 2011 - 02.2018