Yessica Yadira De la Peña Rios
Foreign Trade Professional
San Nicolas
Summary
Dynamic Foreign Trade professional with over 15 years of experience leading import/export operations, customs compliance, and logistics for multinational firms in Mexico. Proven expertise in reducing costs through strategic supplier negotiations and process optimization. Skilled in IMMEX, CTPAT, and OEA compliance, with advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and ERP systems. Fluent in Spanish and proficient in English, seeking to drive supply chain efficiency in a senior logistics or trade management role.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Export and CSR
Zubex Industrial SA de CV
11.2021 - Current
- Lead export & Customer Service team to achieve 95%+ KPI attainment, driving sales and operational efficiency
- Develop cost-effective logistics strategies, securing new routes and providers to reduce delivery times.
- Coordinate shipment schedules with production teams to ensure on-time delivery to U.S. and international clients.
- Ensure compliance with Mexican customs regulations and international trade standards, reducing audit discrepancies.
- Streamline customer service processes, improving satisfaction scores through proactive communication and issue resolution.
- Supervise invoicing process via QuickBooks, managing credit applications and collections for 20+ clients.
- Collaborate with QA and sustainability teams to meet international compliance and legal requirements.
- Demonstrated empathy and active listening skills, resulting in a higher rate of customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs and preferences, fostering long-term loyalty.
- Streamlined communication between departments, ensuring timely resolution of customer concerns.
- Provided comprehensive training for new team members, resulting in faster onboarding and better overall performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
Logistics Coordinator
Vernell Industries SA de CV
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Direct the Import / Export, Finished Goods warehouse, and Logistics teams to achieve KPIs, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Administered IMMEX program and secured VAT, IEPS, CTPAT, OEA, and BRC certifications, ensuring 100% compliance.
- Oversaw import/export shipments and virtual operations for raw materials, finished goods, and machinery, cutting costs.
- Negotiated freight contracts with shipping companies and customs brokers, saving on annual logistics expenses.
- Managed finished goods warehouse and annex 24/31 compliance, optimizing inventory accuracy.
- Planned staffing needs based on production schedules, reducing overtime costs.
- Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
Procurement Manager
Química Lamberti de México S.A de CV
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Forecasted purchasing needs using consumption and sales data, maintaining inventory availability.
- Negotiated with global and local suppliers to secure favorable pricing and delivery terms, reducing costs.
- Managed import/export shipments, ensuring on-time delivery to production facilities.
- Diversified vendor base, strengthening supply chain resilience by onboarding 5+ new suppliers.
Compliance Coordinator
AFL Telecomunicaciones de México SA de C
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Oversaw import/export operations, achieving 100% compliance with IMMEX, VAT, CTPAT, and OEA standards.
- Annex 24/31 compliance, optimizing inventory accuracy.
- Conducted internal audits and updated procedures, reducing compliance
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address any identified compliance issues promptly.
- Educated employees by conducting compliance training programs and issuing periodic communications to refresh knowledge of compliant work practices.
- Managed complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while maintaining focus on regulatory requirements.
Logistics Manager
Camas y Muebles Monterrey SA de CV
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Direct the Import / Export, Finished Goods warehouse, and Logistics teams to achieve KPIs, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Creating physical inventory documents for cycle counting.
- Administered IMMEX program, Annex 24 / 31 and secured VAT, IEPS, CTPAT, OEA, ensuring 100% compliance.
- Ensure compliance with Mexican customs regulations and international trade standards, reducing audit discrepancies.
- Run internal audits to ensure the proper administration of certifications and foreign trade compliance.
- Updating and developing new procedures.
- Undertaking negotiations with shipping companies and customs brokers.
Import Purchaser
Quimica Lamberti de México SA de CV
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Conducted negotiations on pricing, deadlines, sales terms, and placed purchase orders with foreign suppliers.
- Maintaining the stock levels.
- Planned shipments and coordinated customs clearance.
- Reviewed billing from customs brokers.
- Delivered goods to the warehouse and entered materials into the warehouse system, ensuring compliance with Mexican regulations on international commerce.
- Supported the customer service department by issuing export documents.
- Engaged in project management and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed new logistics providers and led projects to ensure cost-effective logistics activities.
- Checked items received against items ordered by verifying receipts.
- Prepared purchase orders using ERP systems, ensuring accurate data entry and timely communication with suppliers.
Foreign Trade Specialist
Crisa Libbey México
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Managed compliance for IMMEX and Annex 24 programs, achieving 100% regulatory adherence..
- Created certificates of origin via VUCEM, streamlining export processes.
- Led project management and continuous improvement efforts.
- Assisted the customer service team with issuing export documents.
Export Analyst
Dal-Tile México S. de R. L. de C.V.
06.2011 - 01.2013
- Monitored, managed, and enforced KPI metrics.
- Led and coordinated projects to ensure cost-effective logistical activities.
- Planned shipments and coordinated with production for timely delivery to customers (Canada, South America, Europe, and Saudi Arabia).
- Handled client inquiries, collaborated with the marketing team, dispatched samples, and supported business development efforts.
- Negotiated freight rates with shipping companies.
- Developed new logistics providers and identified new shipping routes.
- Administered Annex 24.
Import Assistant
Dal-Tile México S. de R. L. de C.V.
06.2009 - 06.2011
- Processed customs documentation, ensuring compliance with Mexican regulations.
- Reviewed supplier documents and customs broker bills, reducing errors.
- Improved relationships with overseas suppliers through clear communication, timely responses, and proactive problemsolving.
Education
Degree - Foreign Trade
Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon
General English Course - undefined
National College Of Business Administration
Skills
Import/Export Operations Customs Compliance Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Certification
Customs Operation Certification, 2022
Abroad Studies
General English Course, National College Of Business Administration, Dublin City, Republic of Ireland
Personal Information
Age: 38
Timeline
Export and CSR
Zubex Industrial SA de CV
11.2021 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
Vernell Industries SA de CV
02.2020 - 01.2021
Procurement Manager
Química Lamberti de México S.A de CV
08.2017 - 02.2020
Compliance Coordinator
AFL Telecomunicaciones de México SA de C
09.2016 - 07.2017
Logistics Manager
Camas y Muebles Monterrey SA de CV
08.2015 - 09.2016
Import Purchaser
Quimica Lamberti de México SA de CV
08.2014 - 08.2015
Foreign Trade Specialist
Crisa Libbey México
05.2014 - 07.2014
Export Analyst
Dal-Tile México S. de R. L. de C.V.
06.2011 - 01.2013
Import Assistant
Dal-Tile México S. de R. L. de C.V.
06.2009 - 06.2011
General English Course - undefined
National College Of Business Administration
Degree - Foreign Trade
Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon
Similar Profiles
Kevin Alberto Zaragoza Borde Kevin Alberto Zaragoza Borde null
Supervisor De Calidad at Águila Mantenimiento Industrial De SA De CVSupervisor De Calidad at Águila Mantenimiento Industrial De SA De CV
Eder Francisco Cabrera HernandezEder Francisco Cabrera Hernandez
IT Specialist at Auto Industrial De Partes SA De CVIT Specialist at Auto Industrial De Partes SA De CV
Jose Tomas Damas HernandezJose Tomas Damas Hernandez
Tecnico Soldador at Gevaza Industrial SA De CVTecnico Soldador at Gevaza Industrial SA De CV
JULISKA BRYANJULISKA BRYAN
CHARCUTERIE AND BAKERY CLERK at Provigo / MaxiCHARCUTERIE AND BAKERY CLERK at Provigo / Maxi
April Gae BagaoisanApril Gae Bagaoisan
Data Scraper at Referral - AiData Scraper at Referral - Ai