Sofia Melo
Apodaca
Summary
Highly skilled Senior Automotive Production Planner with 6 years of experience across OEM and Tier 1 environments. Proven track record in optimizing Production Planning and streamlining Strategic Customer Service. Applied expertise as SAP PP Key User to streamline operational SOPs across the plant, leading to a substantial decrease in premium freight costs and ensuring high-level OTIF compliance with major OEM requirements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Planner Senior - Customer Service
Rosenberger
07.2024 - Current
- Led the start-up planning on new production facility, overseeing the successful relocation of 7 critical product technologies and their production lines. Ensured a zero-disruption transfer and continuous supply to Tier 1 and OEM customers.
- Managed the dual supply chain during the China-to-Mexico transfer, ensuring the smooth migration of over 150 material codes and Master Data into the ERP system, preventing delays during the crucial crossover period.
- Held functional responsibility for the team executing timely EDI integration and demand validation for the new facility, successfully preventing potential backlog for 2 critical Customers and mitigating demand misalignment risks.
- Utilized ERP systems to track production metrics and forecast future requirements effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve supply chain operations and reduce lead times.
Production Planner - Customer Service
Rosenberger
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Prevented Customer lines stoppages by developing and executing recovery plans in response to machine breakdowns, capacity constraints, and raw material shortages, ensuring uninterrupted supply to critical lines.
- Developed weekly production plans aligned with capacity constraints, material availability, MRP requirements, and customer priorities, achieving OTIF levels above 95%.
- Developed production schedules to optimize workflow and meet delivery timelines.
- Led cross-functional meetings to align production goals with operational capabilities.
Production Planner
Norma Group
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Led production scheduling for Plastic Injection and Extrusion units, ensuring a seamless supply of components for downstream steam-forming processes to meet strict OEM specifications.
- Optimized production sequences on extrusion lines, significantly reducing changeover times and maximizing raw material (resins) utilization.
- Synchronized inter-plant logistics and WIP levels to guarantee Just-in-Time delivery and 100% fulfillment of customer releases.
- Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
Material Planner Specialist
KIA Mexico
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed global supply chain operations for critical components from Korea and China, overseeing long lead times (8–12 weeks) and ensuring 100% production continuity.
- Orchestrated emergency logistics (Premium Freight) during the global semiconductor crisis, mitigating line-down risks through strategic air-expedited shipments.
- Controlled and audited expedited freight expenditures, providing monthly financial reports on spend by supplier and driving cost-recovery negotiations.
- Monitored inventory health for high-criticality parts, balancing the trade-off between inventory carrying costs and supply chain resilience.
Production Planner Specialist
KIA Mexico
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Managed Just-in-Sequence (JIS) synchronization with local suppliers, ensuring real-time alignment between production order and component delivery.
- Led demand integration (S&OP) by converting sales forecasts into actionable production plans, providing long-term visibility to the supply base.
- Administered SAP production calendars, including shifts, holidays, and emergency schedule adjustments to mitigate supplier-related disruptions.
Production Management Intern
Hyundai WIA
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Supported daily production planning and execution, monitoring plan vs. actual output.
- Assisted in updating standard work instructions and process documentation.
- Participated in Gemba walks and safety audits to ensure compliance with plant standards.
Education
Industrial Engineer -
Instituto Tecnologico de Ciudad Madero
Skills
- SAP PP & MM
- MS Office
- Google Suite
- AXD 365
- Team collaborations
- Analyzing data
Certification
Capacity Management with BMW System: Kamäleon
Timeline
Production Planner Senior - Customer Service
Rosenberger
07.2024 - Current
Production Planner - Customer Service
Rosenberger
05.2023 - 07.2024
Production Planner
Norma Group
04.2022 - 05.2023
Material Planner Specialist
KIA Mexico
10.2020 - 04.2022
Production Planner Specialist
KIA Mexico
01.2020 - 10.2020
Production Management Intern
Hyundai WIA
07.2019 - 12.2019
Industrial Engineer -
Instituto Tecnologico de Ciudad Madero