Tomas Alberto Saavedra Beltran
Mexicali
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Senior Procurement & Supply Chain Executive with over 20 years of international experience leading end-to-end supply chain operations, optimizing material flow, and ensuring world-class logistics performance across aerospace and automotive industries. Expert in procurement strategy, inventory management, production planning alignment, and supplier logistics performance. Proven ability to drive cost-reduction programs, strengthen supply continuity, and enhance operational efficiency through cross-functional leadership, forecasting accuracy, and data-driven decision-making. Recognized for building resilient supply chains, improving material availability, and delivering consistent operational excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Procurement Manager
CHROMALLOY
10.2019 - 10.2025
- Lead procurement operations for dual-site manufacturing facilities (Phoenix, AZ & Mexicali, BC), ensuring 98% on-time material availability.
- Manage strategic sourcing projects for multiple commodities (Custom Metal Parts, Chemicals, Plating, Weld Wire, Thermal Spray, Precious Metals, etc.).
- Strengthened supply chain performance through improved forecasting accuracy, supplier logistics coordination, and optimized material flow processes.
- Directed inventory management, including safety stock optimization, cycle counts, root-cause analysis for variances, and slow-moving/obsolete inventory reduction.
- Aligned procurement and supply chain strategies with MPS/MRP planning requirements, improving schedule adherence and production continuity.
- Implemented logistics efficiencies such as transport mode optimization, carrier performance tracking, and enhanced inbound/outbound material handling.
- Negotiated multi-site LTAs and supplier agreements aligned with global procurement strategies.
- Implemented process efficiencies and KPIs to enhance department performance and cost reduction initiatives.
- Aerospace Industry
Purchasing Leader / Strategic Sourcing
TE CONNECTIVITY
Empalme
01.2006 - 01.2019
- Managed indirect procurement for Automotive and ICT plants in Empalme, Mexico.
- Delivered annual cost savings of 5% through supplier consolidation, VMI programs, and strategic sourcing.
- Ensured compliance with corporate procurement policies and procedures across Mexico operations.
- Supported tactical teams and led contract negotiations for key categories including Equipment, Chemicals, and Spares.
- Automotive & ICT Division
Production Control Planner / Tier I & II Service Parts Leader
ITT INDUSTRIES (FHS)
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Coordinated production and service parts planning for OEM clients (DCX, Ford, GM, Toyota, Nissan, Saturn).
- Led forecasting and sales planning based on customer releases and demand trends.
- Ensured on-time delivery and customer satisfaction through close collaboration with logistics and production teams.
- Automotive Fluid Handling Systems
Education
Chemical Engineering Degree -
Instituto Tecnológico de Sonora (ITSON)
Cd. Obregón, SonoraSkills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Inventory Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Contract Negotiation
- Cost Optimization
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Global Procurement
- Lean Processes
- ERP Systems (SAP, Epicor, Syteline)
- MS Office Suite
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Sr. Procurement Manager
CHROMALLOY
10.2019 - 10.2025
Purchasing Leader / Strategic Sourcing
TE CONNECTIVITY
01.2006 - 01.2019
Production Control Planner / Tier I & II Service Parts Leader
ITT INDUSTRIES (FHS)
01.2001 - 01.2006
Chemical Engineering Degree -
Instituto Tecnológico de Sonora (ITSON)