Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing more than 10 years of expertise in Supply Chain for Automotive and Lighting sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies.
Proficient and organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Planner Buyer
Acuity Brands Lighting
Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico
11.2020 - Current
Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
Knows how to implement and follow up phase in / phase out.
Drive inventory reduction across multifunctional teams.
Able to make analysis, prepare information and submit AE’S.
Champion at Physical inventory.
Evaluated regulatory compliance requirements for each project, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and protocols throughout all stages of development.
Mentored junior planners & interns in the use of advanced planning tools and techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the department.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, Quality, and other professionals in order to develop comprehensive solutions addressing various aspects of urban planning projects.
Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization.
Demonstrated expertise in forecasting methodologies, allowing for accurate predictions of future demand and capacity needs for ongoing projects(Make To Order).
Spearheaded comprehensive planning initiatives for optimal resource allocation across multiple projects.
Assisted executive management with data-driven insights into long-term business growth opportunities through detailed trend analysis reports on relevant market factors impacting the organization''s bottom line.
Increased collaboration among team members with effective communication strategies and regular progress meetings.
Conducted research to assess market trends and align strategic goals with business objectives, enhancing company competitiveness within the industry.
Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
Assisted in new product launches by coordinating resources and timelines for seamless integration into existing workflows.
Production Planner
PREH
Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico
05.2016 - 07.2019
Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management.
Managed change requests effectively, balancing priorities while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.
Customized SAP production planning and detailed scheduling tools to support factory production initiatives.
Created production forecasting plans utilizing Excel spreadsheet tools and input from production and management teams.
Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive team environment that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development opportunities.
Conducted regular reviews of demand forecasts, adjusting production schedules as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels without compromising customer service standards.
Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction.
Production Scheduler
Polaris Industries
Pesqueria, Nuevo León, Mexico
03.2012 - 05.2016
Optimized production schedules (Paint, Welding) by closely monitoring resources and adjusting timelines accordingly.
Played a key role in the successful launch of new products, ensuring seamless integration into existing production schedules without compromising on-time delivery rates.
Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.
Decreased production downtime by accurately scheduling maintenance and production crews.
Set schedules for 200 staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
Flagged potential issues by monitoring timelines.
Reduced lead times with the implementation of efficient scheduling strategies.
Established strong relationships with suppliers, improving collaboration and increasing efficiency in securing required materials on time.
Processed manufacturing orders from sales representatives through SAP (Make To Stock / Mate To Order)
Tracked progress of goods during manufacturing.
Developed scheduling for certain tasks so that goods will be available when needed.
Updated management and clients on progress of production.
Met production goals and formed action plan to constantly raise bar to higher standards.
Education
College Degree - Business Administration And Management
Facultad De Contaduría Pública Y Administración.
San Nicolás De Los Garza
07.2007
College Degree - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Facultad De Idiomas
San Nicolás De Los Garza, Nuevo León, Mexico
07.2007
Skills
Demand forecasting
Master Planning
Analytical Thinking
Process Improvement
Project Planning
Logistics Coordination
Team Communication
Material Requirements Planning
Workflow Optimization
Supply Chain
Cost Reduction
Adept in SAP / ORACLE
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Senior Planner Buyer
Acuity Brands Lighting
11.2020 - Current
Production Planner
PREH
05.2016 - 07.2019
Production Scheduler
Polaris Industries
03.2012 - 05.2016
College Degree - Business Administration And Management
Facultad De Contaduría Pública Y Administración.
College Degree - English-as-a-Second-Language Education