Omar Alfredo Munoz Sanchez
Salamanca,GUA
Summary
Dynamic purchasing leader with extensive experience at HELLA Automotive Mexico, excelling in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Achieved significant cost savings through innovative negotiation strategies and market analysis. Proven problem solver, adept at optimizing procurement processes to enhance operational efficiency and drive organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HEAD OF PURCHASING
HELLA AUTOMOTIVE MEXICO
01.2024 - Current
- 300MUSD Direct Spend|280 Vendors|3000 SKU
- 80% NAFTA 10%EU 10%APAC
- 50% Electric & Electronic 30% Mechanical Components 20% Raw Materials
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms.
- Developed and implemented purchasing strategies to optimize inventory management & costs.
- Analyzed market trends to inform procurement decisions and mitigate risks. (Relocation and Insourcing)
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on supply chain objectives and customer requirements.
STRATEGIC PURCHASER
HELLA AUTOMOTIVE MEXICO
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed sourcing processes for automotive components within total turnover analysis, including smart payments and quick savings achievement.
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships to enhance negotiation outcomes and secure favorable terms.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize sourcing strategies.
FLOW Deployer Manager
Mercado Libre
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Led cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and improve workflow processes. (S&OP Basis)
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and service delivery standards. (Digital tools)
- Implemented performance metrics to monitor team productivity and identify areas for improvement. (Realtime Monitors)
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices. (Project contract)
Category Manager
Unilever México
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Prepandemic agile responsible to increase efficiency within World Class Manufacturing processes .:
- Porsche Consulting Agile process improvement methodology deployer to automate core processes and increase total efficiency, massive consumption food industry facilities.
- Managed supplier relationships, negotiating terms to improve cost efficiencies and supply reliability.
- Led category reviews, presenting insights and recommendations to senior management for strategic planning.
Global Business Development Manager
Expeditors International
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Developed strategic partnerships with key global clients to enhance service offerings. (IMPO | EXPO | WH | DS)
- Led cross-functional teams to drive growth initiatives across multiple regions.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to inform business strategies.
- Implemented streamlined processes to improve operational efficiency in international logistics. (Digital & Automation)
Jr. SQA & Commodity Purchaser
Hella Automotive Mexico
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Managed purchase orders and coordinated engineering changes.
- Electric & electronic components purchaser
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align purchasing strategies with organizational goals.
Education
Agile Process Improvement - Industrial Engineering
Porsche Consulting Group
Bietigheim-Bissingen, Alemania11-2019
Safety Coach Corporate - Seguridad
Dupont
Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Del Valle De Mexico
Lomas Verdes, Naucalpan, México12-2014
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Supplier development
- Smart Payments optimization
- Strategic sourcing
- Problem Solving
Certification
Automotive Core Tools
Resilience in business
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
HEAD OF PURCHASING
HELLA AUTOMOTIVE MEXICO
01.2024 - Current
STRATEGIC PURCHASER
HELLA AUTOMOTIVE MEXICO
02.2022 - 01.2024
FLOW Deployer Manager
Mercado Libre
05.2021 - 11.2021
Category Manager
Unilever México
08.2018 - 11.2019
Global Business Development Manager
Expeditors International
09.2015 - 08.2018
Jr. SQA & Commodity Purchaser
Hella Automotive Mexico
03.2013 - 07.2015
Agile Process Improvement - Industrial Engineering
Porsche Consulting Group
Safety Coach Corporate - Seguridad
Dupont
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Del Valle De Mexico