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Xochitl  Soto Ferreira

Xochitl Soto Ferreira

Engineer Specialized In Foreign Trade Logistic And International Supply Chain
Tlaquepaque, Jalisco

Summary

Systematic Engineer brings comprehensive knowledge of freight forwarding and customs clearance, including preparing documentation and regulatory compliance. Skilled in organizing and executing international and domestic shipments to support timely delivery. Expert in resolving complex logistic issues and developing strategies to improve cost-effectiveness.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Foreign Trade, Logistic & Supply Chain Manager

Marmolux, Sedano Grupo Marmolero
Zapopan, Jalisco
10.2018 - 12.2022


  • Coordinate International Logistics, Import & Export.
  • Create of controls for the easy handling and the commercial information regulations that apply to them
  • Set up and maintained paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence and other materials.
  • Conducted investigations to resolve issues related to logistics and cargo movements.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of logistics policies and procedures to provide roadmap for daily operations.
  • Performed regular audits and assessments of logistics processes to identify weaknesses, improve supply chain operations and minimize waste.
  • Generate documentation and information required for customer shipments.
  • Implement and maintain office administrative systems
  • Negotiate freight rates with third-party vendors to acquire cost-effective contracts.
  • Generate monthly performance reports to track and analyze shipping trends.
  • Informs clients of current scenario and expectations in stock market.
  • Used ERP to prepare forms
  • Control and develop the pool of service providers, materials and strategies according to growth.
  • Develop and plan in advance the flow of money necessary with the Treasury department to control logistics expenses.
  • Create and ensure the payment of suppliers for the national and international supply chain.
  • Coordinate proper corrective actions to minimize cost and unnecessary expenses



Achievements:

• Reduce times and expenses by 45%, equivalent to 175 thousand MX monthly. Create controls within the ERP & Excel etc... creating a flow of activities between areas.
• Keep expenses under control pandemic time and lift restrictions and prevent price increases. Keep sales at the same level as 2019, even in some months taking advantage of "stay home" synergy to increase sales up to 1 to 2k in some months above of average same month of previous year.
• Recover 35% of the overdue accounts, around 3.2K, that helped us to support our suppliers, as well as keeping our staff full during that time with their full salaries.
• Determine reliable costs in order to get correct price lists. 98% reliability of a correct offered price was reached, for this purpose the entire supply chain, utility policies and expenses were reviewed.


General Manager *professional Growing & Co Support

Marmolux, Sedano Grupo Marmolero
Zapopan, Jalisco
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites and operating heavy machinery.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Manage financial resources by controlling: travel expenses, petty cash, general expenses, automotive maintenance, safety materials and uniforms, etc.
  • Search for better Suppliers of materials and services in general. Plan and coordinate projects, follow up. Purchase materials for internal use and marketing.
  • Coordinate and supervise Marketing activities, Office Maintenance, Systems and Plan and maintain payments and collections. Correct accounting errors.
  • Prepare simple reports for Sales Management & Staff or at the corporate level.
  • Implement ERP & CRM change.
  • Manage confidential documentation. Manage local or federal official audits
  • Control payroll, evaluate staff, development and growth.

Foreign Trade & Logistic Manager

Cepillos El Castor S. A. de C.V.
Tlajomulco, Jalisco
10.2010 - 10.2018


  • Coordinate and control Imports & exports. Coordinate and control International Logistics. Prepare and review documentation of national and international shipments..
  • Set up and maintained paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence and other materials.
  • Verify ownership and transaction information and dividend distribution instructions to certify conformity with governmental regulations.
  • Identify current market trends and news affecting stock market to predict future movements.
  • Help customers complete purchase and coordinate their export logistic.
  • Prepare and review documentation of national and international shipments.
  • Prepared cash flow projections for international logistic payments and legal requirements.
  • Coordinate and control Imports & exports. Coordinate and control International Logistics.
  • Customer Service, attend any necessity or requirement of inside or foreign costumers
  • Invoicing to international suppliers and Control of the collection in a timely manner.
  • Improve and create the pool of specialized service providers according to their strengths.
  • Plan in advance cash/money flow of money with the Treasury staff for logistics expenses.
  • Ensure payment to service suppliers and brokers and get customers payments on time.
  • Negotiate better rates and prices throughout the entire supply chain.
  • Review and get solution to any problem with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.


Achievements:

  • Recover a portfolio equivalent to 2.5K that were delayed. We created a plan in collaboration with each client to schedule their payments.
  • Prepare credit times according to each client, increasing the international portfolio by 20%.
  • Export to countries where it had never been sold, such as Russia, Lebanon, Israel, South Africa, even having China. All them being certified by the international insurer.
  • Determine reliable and real costs to achieve real and correct pricing.
  • Create the pool of specialized service providers according to their strengths.

Foreign Trade & Logistic Manager Manager

Actaris Distribución México (Itron Co.)
Zapopan ,Jalisco
08.2008 - 08.2010

Mondial, Operational Supervisor

C&A México (Sercen S. de R.L.)
Tlaquepaque, Jalisco
02.2005 - 10.2008

International Logistic Manager

C&A México (Sercen S de R. L.)
Tlaquepaque, Jalisco
02.2002 - 02.2005

Foreign Trade & Traffic Coordinator/Office Manager

Mexindia Limited, S. A. de C. V.
CDMX
03.2000 - 03.2002

Export & Logistic Coordinators // QC Supervisor

Isbetex, S. A. de C. V.
CDMX
03.2000 - 02.2002

Foreign Trade & Logistic Coordinators//QC Supervisor

Next Step International
Tlaquepaque, Jalisco
03.1998 - 03.2000

Education

Master - Master in E-Supply Chain & International Logistic

IEBS Innovation & Entrepreneurship Business School
Barcelona, Spain
03.2017 - 03.2018

No Degree - Customer Service Management

Sandler Training
Develop Costumer Service And Costumer Experience
11.2017 - 12.2018

Bachelor - Textil Engineering

Instituto Politécnico Nacional- ESIT
CDMX, Mexico
09.1993 - 08.1997

Certificate - Foreign Trade Administration

Centro De Consultoría Empresarial Para El Comercio
Guadalajara, Jalisco Mexico
11.2017 - 03.2018

Timeline

Foreign Trade, Logistic & Supply Chain Manager

Marmolux, Sedano Grupo Marmolero
10.2018 - 12.2022

General Manager *professional Growing & Co Support

Marmolux, Sedano Grupo Marmolero
10.2018 - 12.2022

No Degree - Customer Service Management

Sandler Training
11.2017 - 12.2018

Certificate - Foreign Trade Administration

Centro De Consultoría Empresarial Para El Comercio
11.2017 - 03.2018

Master - Master in E-Supply Chain & International Logistic

IEBS Innovation & Entrepreneurship Business School
03.2017 - 03.2018

Foreign Trade & Logistic Manager

Cepillos El Castor S. A. de C.V.
10.2010 - 10.2018

Foreign Trade & Logistic Manager Manager

Actaris Distribución México (Itron Co.)
08.2008 - 08.2010

Mondial, Operational Supervisor

C&A México (Sercen S. de R.L.)
02.2005 - 10.2008

International Logistic Manager

C&A México (Sercen S de R. L.)
02.2002 - 02.2005

Foreign Trade & Traffic Coordinator/Office Manager

Mexindia Limited, S. A. de C. V.
03.2000 - 03.2002

Export & Logistic Coordinators // QC Supervisor

Isbetex, S. A. de C. V.
03.2000 - 02.2002

Foreign Trade & Logistic Coordinators//QC Supervisor

Next Step International
03.1998 - 03.2000

Bachelor - Textil Engineering

Instituto Politécnico Nacional- ESIT
09.1993 - 08.1997
Xochitl Soto FerreiraEngineer Specialized In Foreign Trade Logistic And International Supply Chain