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Joel Ortega Corral

Logistics/Supply Chain/Materials Manager
Chihuahua,CHH

Summary

Provide leadership assistance in the management and direction of the manufacturing operation organization. Manage levels of inventory, through the use of forecasting, scheduling and capacity planning techniques and tools. Through the use of these techniques will strive to achieve on time delivery, customer lead time inventory turns, Asset utilization, supply chain management in support of long-range plans and profit objectives.

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 20 years of experience in leading organizational business units.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Supply Chain Manager

Distribuidora de Maquinaria del Norte
11.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: (Retail, Spares, Sales, Tractors)
  • Responsible of all Warehouses in Mexico area
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Purchasing Administrator (MRP)
  • Planning Demand scheduler
  • Direct staff member
  • Internal Implementation of processes
  • Area Budget expenses
  • Continuous Improvement
  • ERP INFOR improvement system development
  • Project for new improvements
  • Alchisa business and Dimanor business all supply chain
  • Direct contact with main Exxon and John Deere suppliers
  • New supplier development
  • Payment terms and negotiations
  • KPI Monthly Review (Inventory DOH, Internal Aftermarket, OTD, Inv. Adj., Past due, Premium Freight, Safety)
  • (Retail, Spares, Sales, Tractors)
  • 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.
  • 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.

Materials Manager

Soisa Aircraft
04.2023 - 11.2023
  • Company Overview: (Aeronautic Seats Industry)
  • Warehouse (Finished goods and Raw Materials)
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Purchasing Administrator (MRP)
  • Planning scheduler
  • Direct staff member
  • Internal auditor LPA’s and Safety LPA´s
  • Area Budget expenses
  • Continuos Improvement
  • SAP improvement due to demand not accurate
  • Projects for savings in Materials Department (Aswell as Scrap donation & use with ethnic people handicrafts)
  • KPI Monthly Review (Inventory DOH, Internal Aftermarket, OTD, Inv. Adj., Past due, Premium Freight, Safety)
  • (Aeronautic Seats Industry)
  • Coordinated meticulous order management systems and production lifecycles for comprehensive customer development and satisfaction.
  • Managed subordinates and gave directives, drafted schedules and comprehensively evaluated performance.
  • Collaborated with procurement team to evaluate and onboard new suppliers.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with suppliers, reducing costs without compromising on quality or delivery timeframes.

Materials Manager

Dana Tecnologia de Mocion Controlada
07.2020 - 08.2022
  • Warehouse (Finished goods and Raw Materials)
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Purchasing Administrator (MRP)
  • Customer service (MPS)
  • Planning scheduler
  • Direct staff member
  • Internal auditor LPA’s and Safety LPA´s
  • AOP forecast
  • Budget for material’s expenses.
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Implementation of SAP system (August 2020)
  • Projects for savings in Materials Department (Expendable cost avoidance, Forklift Rental, External Warehouse rental)
  • KPI Monthly Review (Inventory DOH, Internal Aftermarket, OTD, Inv. Adj., Past due, Premium Freight, Safety)
  • (Automotive Oil Coolers/TAPS/Rubber Industry)
  • 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.
  • Improved resource allocation to promote efficiency and deadline management.

Logistic Manager

Novares Mexico North
01.2018 - 07.2020
  • Company Overview: (Automotive Air Vents Industry)
  • Warehouse (Finished goods and Raw Materials)
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Purchasing Administrator (MRP)
  • Customer service (MPS)
  • Planning scheduler
  • Direct staff member
  • Internal auditor
  • Yearly material’s strategies
  • In charge of assigning Budget for material’s expenses.
  • Continuos Improvement
  • Implementation of SAP system
  • Projects for savings in Materials Department
  • KPI Monthly Review (COGI’s, DOH, OTD, Inv. Adj., Premium Freight)
  • (Automotive Air Vents Industry)
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, leading to improved pricing and service levels.

General Production Supervisor

Medtronic EG
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Company Overview: (Medical)
  • Responsible of Stent Graft operation in the CEA (Controlled Environment Area).
  • Adherence to plan of production.
  • Compliance to daily shipments of finished goods.
  • Champion for transformation lines (Lean Manufacturing COS).
  • Assurance of WI compliance.
  • Direct reports to staff members of the plant and Director members of Tijuana’s plant.
  • Responsible for metric compliance of production orders per product family.
  • WIP assurance per FIFO system (metric of no more de 2.5 days)
  • Kitting area for production orders.
  • Responsible of Indirect personnel (6 production supervisors) in the CEA.
  • Continuous improvement in all production processes as a direct participant as member of the team including quality and engineering TIER 3 personnel.
  • Stabilization and Transformation for traditional lines to COS lines.
  • Assure continuous training for manufacturing supervisors.
  • Control of productivity, RTY, scrap metrics.
  • Continuous improvement in production areas.
  • Balancing operations between 1st and 2nd shift.
  • (Medical)
  • Actively participated in hiring process by interviewing potential candidates promoting selection of skilled workforce.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, leading to increased morale and reduced turnover rates.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall operations and business success.
  • Spearheaded safety programs resulting in a decrease in workplace accidents while maintaining OSHA compliance standards.

Warehouse Supervisor Sr

Medtronic EG
05.2015 - 02.2017
  • Company Overview: (Medical)
  • Responsible of Materials Warehouse, Receiving, MRO Purchasing and Tool Crib
  • Raw material cycle Inventories
  • SAP system
  • FIFO system
  • Internal system based on maximums and minimums for MRO as an alternal system
  • COS system
  • DMAIC system
  • Green Belt internal certification
  • Usage and management of Hazmat Materials
  • Quality control for incoming raw materials
  • Implementation of raw material flow systems
  • Implementation and preparation of work instructions, standards and procedures for receiving and tool crib areas
  • Management of buyer for MRO, spare parts, and supplies for all the plant
  • Continuous improvement in areas under my responsibilities
  • Implementation of hand held system for put away materials to production
  • Direct participant in the SAP plant initiatives
  • (Medical)
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.

Warehouse (Logistic Center) Coordinator

TRW OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
05.2007 - 05.2015
  • Company Overview: (Automotive)
  • Responsible of Materials, Receiving and Logistics for plants Air Bags, and Steering Wheels
  • Raw material cycle Inventories for the 2 plants
  • Use of TRWtrack (In-house system) and SAP system
  • Ekanban (internal system based on maximums and minimums) and Kanban usage for 2 plants.
  • Lean Manufacturing implementation in warehouse areas
  • FIFO system
  • Service Program kitfill for Air Bags and Steering Wheel plants
  • Raw material just in time delivers for the 2 plants
  • Usage and management of Hazmat Materials
  • Programming and tracking for northbound shipments
  • Quality control for incoming raw materials
  • Follow up to urgencies in inbound raw material shipments in Mexican and American transportation
  • Implementation of raw material flow systems
  • Implementation and preparation of work instructions, standards and procedures for shipping, milk runs and receiving area
  • Management of 3 Warehouse Supervisors
  • Knowledge in importation/exportation customs policies
  • Implementation of truck unloading systems of raw materials and equipment (we receive an average of 20 trucks p/day)
  • Direct participant for the TS16949 certification. Preparation and implementation of procedures and work instructions for TS16949 and ISO14001
  • Report directly to the Staff of both plants
  • (Automotive)
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to secure necessary resources for events, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effective solutions.

Warehouse Supervisor

TEXTRON AEROSPACE DE MEXICO (CESSNA)
05.2006 - 05.2007
  • Company Overview: (Aerospace)
  • Responsible of Materials, Receiving and Logistics
  • Cycle Inventories
  • Use of PIOS system
  • Kanban analysis for maximums and minimums based on the historical usage, and improved with information provided by Production Control department.
  • Lean Manufacturing implementation in warehouse areas
  • Consumables control
  • Program of kitfill by designators
  • Warehouse transfers to Cessna’s Facilities located in Wichita, Kansas, USA of raw materials and finished goods
  • Programming and tracking for northbound shipments
  • Quality control for incoming raw materials
  • Implementation and preparation of work instructions, standards and procedures for shipping, materials and receiving area
  • Knowledge in importation/exportation customs policies
  • Work with American Industries as a shelter for Textron Aerospace de Mexico (CESSNA)
  • Packaging designs for harnesses and sheet metal parts.
  • VMI (Vendor Management Inventory) experience with suppliers M&M and Petshe
  • Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
  • Supervised shipping and handling operations.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.

Materials, Receiving and Logistics Coordinator

GOODYEAR DE DELICIAS
05.2003 - 05.2006
  • Company Overview: (Automotive)
  • Responsible of Materials, Receiving and Logistics.
  • Cycle Inventories.
  • Strong knowledge and background on ERP system using SAP
  • Maintain stock levels and inventories in raw materials
  • Direct contact with local and foreign suppliers for raw materials
  • Implementation of Lean Manufacturing at warehouse
  • Work with inventories of maximums and minimums
  • Reduced raw material inventory from $2,500,000 to $1,500,000 with the scheduling-planning process
  • MRP planning based on customer requirements released by EDI system, lead times and add- ons In charge of receiving area for local buy
  • Just in Time (JIT) implementation and maintain
  • FIFO system is a must in raw materials
  • Control of consumables
  • Production Scheduling of based on the raw materials in inventory
  • Shipments programming
  • Control of the equipment used for production of finished goods.
  • Quality Controls (incoming inspection, packaging materials)
  • Direct participant for the TS16949 certification. Preparation and implementation of procedures and work instructions for TS16949 and ISO14001, handling and control of polluting factors like rubber remainders, threads, chemicals, cardboard, with special areas or containers and instructions controlled by the ISO 14001 standards
  • Implementation and preparation of work instructions, standards and procedures for shipping, materials and receiving area
  • Coordinate with customs finished goods, raw materials, scrap imports and exports under permanent and temporally basis.
  • US and Mexican customs policies knowledge for importation and exportation
  • Work with American Industries as a shelter for Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co de Delicias
  • Creation & implementation of Job Release Document (BOMs)
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, minimizing stockouts.
  • Trained new employees on logistics procedures, promoting a consistent approach across the team.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for efficient project execution and timely completion.

Education

B.A. - Computer Science Information Systems degree (Data Processing)

Instituto Tecnológico de Chihuahua II
Chihuahua, Chih.
01.1996 - 01.2001

Skills

MICROSOFT OFFICE

Timeline

Supply Chain Manager

Distribuidora de Maquinaria del Norte
11.2023 - Current

Materials Manager

Soisa Aircraft
04.2023 - 11.2023

Materials Manager

Dana Tecnologia de Mocion Controlada
07.2020 - 08.2022

Logistic Manager

Novares Mexico North
01.2018 - 07.2020

General Production Supervisor

Medtronic EG
02.2017 - 01.2018

Warehouse Supervisor Sr

Medtronic EG
05.2015 - 02.2017

Warehouse (Logistic Center) Coordinator

TRW OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
05.2007 - 05.2015

Warehouse Supervisor

TEXTRON AEROSPACE DE MEXICO (CESSNA)
05.2006 - 05.2007

Materials, Receiving and Logistics Coordinator

GOODYEAR DE DELICIAS
05.2003 - 05.2006

B.A. - Computer Science Information Systems degree (Data Processing)

Instituto Tecnológico de Chihuahua II
01.1996 - 01.2001

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