Ruri Alberto Garcia Mata
Global Commodity Procurement Manager
Guadalajara, Jalisco,JAL
Summary
Corporate Management / Strategic Global Category Manager (Purchasing), Supply Chain, Key Account Manager. A position in a transnational Company with career growth that allows me to remarkably participate in projects that develop the optimization of all the resources in the Corporation and be more profitable. Keeping myself developing my personal and professional life, being open to opportunities, challenges, and new goals. As Integrate and Ethical Person, always looking for the opportunity to become one of the Corporation Heads within my Area.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Global Commodity Procurement Manager
GKN Automotive
01.2022 - Current
- Lead the development of execute, cross-functional Global Team and maintain Global Strategic Business plans which includes, 300 Mio GBP´s of Total Spend.
- Trends and Global Organization Goals.
- Global Commodities Strategies:
- Commodity Benchmarking – thorough understanding of benchmarking data. (internal and External) as well as key commodity strategies, economic factors and opportunities in the global Market. Track and communicate Global Commodity industry trends, competitors strategies, economic factor and opportunities in the global market place.
- Work closely with other buyers and procurement team members, Stakeholders - providing guidance and support to ensure cohesive and efficient operations.
- Thorough product/process knowledge and new technologies.
- Develop cross-functional alignment/buy-in of all Global Commodities Strategies and Activities.Follow up, Monitor All Global Contracts and Strategies within Legal and Compliance Company Policies.
- Deliver all KPI´s annually – Savings – Budgeted/Forecasted – Cost Reductions – e-Auctions – Rebates.
- Approved supplier list – Strategic, Core, Preferred, Hold, Suppress, Not approved
- Manage the Supply base Globally and Track Supplier Performance Metrics, - Quality, Delivery and Cost. Build and Maintain Strong relationships with Strategic Suppliers. Supplier Rationalization Strategy.
- Low Cost Country (LCC) and Localization Strategy.
- Global Services (Logistics and Traffic Negotiations)
- Global Negotiations, MRO, Spare Parts and Tooling's
- Stablish and lead negotiations strategies by supplier which includes input from all product lines and Operations.
- Support all commercial relations with Engineering Department Suppliers including Non Disclosure Agreements, Request for Quotations, Quotes Analysis, Negotiations, LTA´s Prototype/Production Procurement, Purchase Order Monitoring, and Annual Improvement Factors.
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Understand Supplier Base structure, financial strength, book of business, manufacturing/engineering capabilities, open capacity, strengths and weaknesses.
- Create and execute action plans to reduce exposure to financially stressed suppliers.
- Maximize the leverage of the Global Team and Global Suppliers by bundling Volumes.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies and industry regulations by implementing robust procurement controls and monitoring systems.
Lead Purchasing Manager
ST Automation (Soluciones Tecnologicas)
7 2017 - 12.2021
- Direct and Manage Experience of a team
- Responsible for the overall management of all strategic and operational Suppliers and Customer Relationship activities
- Manage the Direct Material Purchasing Strategic for the commodities such as MRO, Engineer Services, Packaging, rubber, steel, die casting, PCB's, connectors, capacitors, coils, sensors, plastics, assemble materials, Capital Equipment, Production Equipment, Capex, Service Guarantees, Maintenance Contracts, Training Negotiations
- Provide market feedback to the company leadership regarding competitive offerings, and prospects' needs and generate product development ideas
- Planning and coordinating the implementation of business plans and the penetration of new markets
- Managing key accounts, maintaining a long-term relationship with accounts, and maximizing purchasing & sales opportunities within them
- Control and development of strategic supplier management
- Developed Supplier Metrics in a Matrix Structure
- I am the key interface between Suppliers and Customers in all relevant decisions
- Conduct Supplier Evaluations and Audits with Quality and Finance Dept
- Managing major national accounts in the Automotive Industry
- Legal Contract Negotiation
- Creating, negotiating, and closing commercial agreements.
NAFTA Global Category Manager
Continental Automotive
06.2006 - 04.2017
- Responsibility within the NAFTA team for All Continental Automotive NAFTA Plants Purchasing Organization for all Production Equipment & Engineer Services with annual spends of 300 to 500 Mio
- Direct and Manage Experience of a team
- Full responsibility for the execution and delivery of the agreed targets (Savings)
- Defining and implementing innovative negotiation concepts and strategies, carrying out the cost on Global, Regional and Local Contracts
- Negotiations based on cross-company sourcing, monitor supplier market to act accordingly
- Initiating and expediting supplier quality improvement programs within Automotive Sites to create and develop the best supplier portfolio after evaluation and supplier selection
- Establishing an optimum supply chain
- Develop, plan and manage programs to meet Purchasing commitments in Sourcing
- Develop sourcing Strategy targets on quality, price, delivery, and services necessary to meet all BU ́s demands under Continental Policy, Process, and Compliance
- Support in Managing the Global Category Spend, working closely with all functional, divisional plant Directors, Managers, internal stakeholders, and external sources
- Managing the sourcing process by Creating, Analysis, evaluating, negotiating, and supplier business awards
- Execute effective supplier negotiations.
Purchasing Team Leader and Coordinator (Purchasing, Logistics & Traffic Department)
LUA Textiles & Fabrics
05.2005 - 06.2006
- Responsible for the Local Company Textile Purchasing representing an annual spend of 50 Mio.USD
- Highly Advance Negotiations with Asia Countries (China & Korea)
- Managing and Supervision on a daily basis all Customs Operations
- Full responsibility for all legal and required documents
- Full responsibility for all Shipment Containers Releases at Customs Broker & Logistics Coordinator
- Negotiating all commercial terms/conclusion of contracts to guarantee certainty of supply with the best terms
- Pinpointing of procurement strategies to ensure the long-term, cost-effective supply of materials
- Monitor national and international market, suggesting improvements or strategic changes if needed for best profit results for the Local Company.
Sales & Customs Trace Representative Coordinator
Federal Express Holdings Mexico & CIA
09.2000 - 04.2005
- Customer Broker Supervisor
- Sales (FedEx) Import & Export Service
- Customer Service Trace Agent
- Evaluation of the local market for Harmonized Codes & Customs Restrictions
- Logistics & Storage fees of Import Duty & Taxes supervision
- Special Legal Advice to Foreign Customers on Exportations & Importations
- Collect Legal Customs Documents for Export & Import
- The full responsibility of Transportation & Warehousing for all Foreign Customers handling House Manage
- Monitor the National and International markets to bring new Customers.
Education
MBA Business Engineering and Innovation Technology -
Universidad Panamericana
Guadalajara, Jalisco 02.2013 - 05.2015
Lean Manufacture Diploma - undefined
Lean Enterprise Institute Mexico A.C.
01.2010 - 05.2010
VII FORO SIX SIGMA - undefined
Tecnológico de Monterrey
08.2010 - 05.2010
Expertise Customs Government & Documentation - undefined
First Custom School of Traffic & Logistics
03.2002 - 05.2002
The Effective Negotiating Course - undefined
Karras
09.2007 - 05.2007
Diploma Special Customs Operations - undefined
International Buffet of Consulting & Attorney
06.2003 - 05.2003
Skills
Communication
Decision Making
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Problem Solving
Analytical Thinking
Project Management
Leadership and Teamwork
Commercial Market Knowledge Expert
Contract Negotiation
Supply Chain Management
Strategic Sourcing
E-procurement Systems
Financial Acumen
Import-Export Regulations
Budget Management
Websites
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Beginner (A1)
References
- Francisco Burbano, +523338150685, Continental Automotive, francisco.burbano@continental-corporation.com
- Alejandro Telo, +523313028765, Rampf Group, alejandro.telo@rampf-group.com
- Ulises Mendoza, +52.331.845.7702, Continental Automotive, Ulises.Mendoza@continental-corporation.com
Interests
Business Market
Professional Growth
Globe Environment
Timeline
Global Commodity Procurement Manager
GKN Automotive
01.2022 - Current
MBA Business Engineering and Innovation Technology -
Universidad Panamericana
02.2013 - 05.2015
VII FORO SIX SIGMA - undefined
Tecnológico de Monterrey
08.2010 - 05.2010
Lean Manufacture Diploma - undefined
Lean Enterprise Institute Mexico A.C.
01.2010 - 05.2010
The Effective Negotiating Course - undefined
Karras
09.2007 - 05.2007
NAFTA Global Category Manager
Continental Automotive
06.2006 - 04.2017
Purchasing Team Leader and Coordinator (Purchasing, Logistics & Traffic Department)
LUA Textiles & Fabrics
05.2005 - 06.2006
Diploma Special Customs Operations - undefined
International Buffet of Consulting & Attorney
06.2003 - 05.2003
Expertise Customs Government & Documentation - undefined
First Custom School of Traffic & Logistics
03.2002 - 05.2002
Sales & Customs Trace Representative Coordinator
Federal Express Holdings Mexico & CIA
09.2000 - 04.2005
Lead Purchasing Manager
ST Automation (Soluciones Tecnologicas)
7 2017 - 12.2021