MIGUEL ANGEL GONZALEZ ALANIS
Master Planning & Supply Chain Senior Manager
Apodaca
Summary
Passionate about driving impactful change within organizations, leveraging knowledge and skills while maintaining a growth mindset. Thrives in challenging environments, seeking opportunities to expand experience and contribute as a valuable team member dedicated to achieving collective success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Manager Purchasing and Scheduling
Acuity Brands
07.2023 - Current
- Lead master planning strategy for end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring alignment with production schedules and business priorities.
- Optimize inventory levels through demand forecasting, Kanban and MRP management, and continuous process improvements, achieving significant reductions in carrying costs.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration across purchasing, production, and logistics teams to guarantee on-time material availability and minimize production disruptions.
- Manage and mentor a team of planners and production schedulers, fostering high performance and operational excellence.
- Spearhead Integrated Business Planning (IBP) implementation to enhance visibility, forecasting accuracy, and decision-making across the supply chain.
- Lead times aligned with forecasted demand and strategic business goals.
Planner Buyer Lead
Acuity Brands
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed and executed supply chain improvement strategies, collaborating cross-functionally with Product Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, and Sourcing teams.
- Planned, organized, and supervised purchasing activities, managing Buyer and Senior Buyer Planners to ensure timely procurement of accurate materials and quantities.
- Provided leadership, coaching, and training to the team, driving achievement of operational and inventory goals; assumed administrative responsibilities in the manager’s absence.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) in Mexico, focusing on process improvements in materials management.
- Monitored KPIs including inventory accuracy, production lead time, inventory turnover, talent development, and conversion cost reduction.
Senior Planner Buyer
Acuity Brands
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Led materials planning and production scheduling across 12 cells, coordinating with 6 production leaders and 2 materials leaders to prioritize critical, late, and high-value orders.
- Analyzed and adjusted Kanban cards based on demand and historical data to optimize inventory levels, targeting a 40% annual reduction and sub-3-day customer lead times.
- Oversaw the transfer of two product families, developing and executing a PFEP to establish warehouse locations for new Kanban-managed inventories.
Planner Buyer
Acuity Brands
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed local and international purchases using the Kanban method for internal material consumption across six production cells.
- Coordinated production scheduling based on order priority—critical, late, or high-opportunity—ensuring alignment with customer demands.
- Maintained direct communication with suppliers for timely material delivery based on forecasts, and with clients to ensure order clarity and fulfillment.
Planner Buyer
GE – Prolec
08.2017 - 04.2020
- Planned and procured raw materials through MRP based on production schedules, managing both national and international suppliers (U.S. & Canada) to ensure timely deliveries and urgent shipments.
- Oversaw inventory levels and import coordination, utilizing various purchasing methods including open POs, KANBAN, JIT, and project-based buying.
- Negotiated pricing and lead times using annual forecasts, collaborating with engineering to propose material alternatives during shortages.
- Managed four raw material warehouses, directing staff activities, ensuring accurate inventory through cycle counts, and aligning deliveries with production demands.
Order Fulfillment Specialist
Lenovo
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Coordinated closely with the ISR team to ensure timely deliveries, prioritizing urgent escalations from Sales Management.
- Assessed inventory availability to determine optimal sourcing—either from U.S. fulfillment centers or directly from China plants.
- Led Public Sector seasonal fulfillment across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring on-time delivery to schools, universities, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.
- Acted as CSAT fulfillment advocate for high-priority replacement orders escalated by senior sales leadership due to client complaints.
Ag Cso Order Management
Lenovo
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Managed high-volume customer orders and resolved complex inquiries related to tracking, warranties, invoicing, and cancellations.
- Collaborated with fulfillment and sales teams to ensure seamless service and a superior Lenovo customer experience.
- Supported team members by sharing process knowledge and assisting with issue resolution.
Sales Executive
BANAMEX
04.2010 - 06.2014
- Promoted and sold credit cards by identifying customer needs and recommending tailored solutions.
- Managed end-to-end application process, including data collection and ongoing client follow-ups.
- Maintained customer portfolios with regular home visits and submitted monthly productivity reports to the General Manager.
- Presented weekly goals and tracked progress in sales meetings aligned with annual action plans.
Telemarketing Agent (Customer Service)
TELEPERFORMANCE
03.2008 - 03.2010
- Exceeded international service standards on the AT&T campaign through exceptional customer support.
- Resolved complex billing and equipment issues with efficiency and professionalism.
- Maintained account records and delivered weekly customer satisfaction reports to leadership.
Education
Bachelor - International Business
Facultad De Contaduría Pública Y Administracion UANL
Nuevo Leon, Mexico 01.2013 - 01.2017
Skills
Strategic planning
UP-GRADE COURSES / CONGRESSES
- - XI Congreso Internacional de Administración de Empresas y Contaduría Pública Grupo Loc (Mazatlán, Sinaloa)
- - 1er Congreso de Liderazgo en los Negocios FACPyA UANL
Work Availability
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Accomplishments
- Contributed to the implementation of Integrated Business Planning as part of a 7-member team.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Senior Manager Purchasing and Scheduling
Acuity Brands
07.2023 - Current
Planner Buyer Lead
Acuity Brands
08.2022 - 07.2023
Senior Planner Buyer
Acuity Brands
05.2021 - 08.2022
Planner Buyer
Acuity Brands
02.2021 - 05.2021
Planner Buyer
GE – Prolec
08.2017 - 04.2020
Order Fulfillment Specialist
Lenovo
05.2016 - 08.2017
Ag Cso Order Management
Lenovo
10.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor - International Business
Facultad De Contaduría Pública Y Administracion UANL
01.2013 - 01.2017
Sales Executive
BANAMEX
04.2010 - 06.2014
Telemarketing Agent (Customer Service)
TELEPERFORMANCE
03.2008 - 03.2010
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