Objective
Thanks for taking the time to review my resume.
I am contacting you because your company’s profile matched my professional interests and I believe I possess an array of skills and the professional experience that can be valuable to your company.
I can offer a diverse background of different disciplines, excellent communications skills in both English and Spanish, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Mi studies and experiences gave me the opportunity to perform all functions of purchasing and procurement of industrial spare parts, machinery, equipment and logistic chain management for these sectors and others relationships.
Experience
EXPERIENCE
June 2005-Present SDP Internacional Corp Miami, FL
SDP is a subsidiary of Sivensa Group in Venezuela. It is responsible for Procurement and commercialization of goods and services for internationals companies of the IBH holding a division of Sivensa Group and other companies of the Steel Industry in Venezuela such as: Sidetur, Orinoco-Iron and Venprecar also servicing companies in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Purchasing Department-Mechanical Equipment Procurement Engineer
• Value analysis of purchased components and materials, evaluation of alternate materials, assuring engineering focus on purchasing cost reductions and product improvement projects, integrating purchasing in the resolution of quality and service issues.
• Performed all functions of Purchasing including the requisitioning and procurement of industrial spare parts of machinery and equipment for Steel industry in Venezuela.
• Support in the selection, qualification and monitoring of new suppliers and processes, investigated technology trends and products integrating them into commodity strategies and support development of a global supplier base.
• Analyzed technical data, designs, preliminary specifications manufacturing limitations, supplier facilities and availability of equipment
• Consulted with engineering personnel establishing performance criteria and specifications for manufacturing and testing. Interviewed supplier representatives regarding specifications, costs, inspection and similar problems relating to equipment.
• Experienced in negotiating the terms of the purchasing contracts and improvement in the delivery of goods.
• Participated in the implementation of SAP Business one in a collaborate effort with management.
• Knowledge in traffic and logistics, Incoterms and International commerce matters.
• Responsible of successful negotiations handled directly with vendors all over the world.
Jan. 2004-Junio 2005 CVG International America Miami, FL
CVGIA is a subsidiary of CVG holding in Venezuela.(CVG/Corporacion Venezolana de Guayana) It is responsible for Procurement and commercialization of goods and services for companies of The CVG holding (Mining sector including: Aluminum, Steel, Gold mines, Bauxite mines, Mineral processing plants, power plants and other companies with other good and services in Venezuela.
General Purchasing Department-Purchasing Agent
• Performed all functions of Purchasing including the requisitioning and procurement of industrial spare parts of machinery and equipment for the mining sector (CVG holding) in Venezuela.
• Created a new supplier base, negotiates the terms of the purchasing contracts, and negotiates opportunities for pricing advantages and improvement in the delivery of goods.
• Managed statistical information for customers to facilitate the scheduling of production and maintenance of equipment.
• Implemented SAP/R3 in a collaborate effort, with top management. Created a new supplier base, material listings, and categorization of a large database of materials.
• Performed functions of Purchasing in the Amsterdam Branch developing a special Purchasing project and all related activities in contact with European vendors and materials.
Jan. 2003- Jan. 2004 CVG International C.A. Pto. Ordaz, Venezuela. Commercial Operations Coordinator
• International purchasing coordinator for the mining corporations
• Provided assistance to the CVG holding companies regarding the technical aspects of materials procurement
• Participated in procurement diligence projects using SAP/R3
• Responsible for procurement compliance terms from preparation of the document to the logistics for delivery of the goods to the end user
Feb. 2002- OPERVENCA Wire Lines Services. Ciudad Ojeda. June 2002 Estado Zulia, Venezuela
Supervisor of Purchasing and Materials Department
• In charge of national and international purchasing of tools and goods for operations of oil wells wire lines
• Implemented an inventory control system for the plant and participated in the technical aspects of bidding processes
Jan. 2001-
Feb. 2002 Maintenance Coordinator
• Planned logistics, maintenance and supervision of stationary and inner combustion equipment used for oil wells operations
• Performed technical inspections and routine maintenance of oil wells
• Elaborated technical and performance reports for the company and for Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA)
Sept 2000-
Jan. 2001 General Coordinator of Manufacturing Workshop
• Planned the manufacturing and blue print drawing of Wire Line tools in the metal mechanic department
• Kept track of stock of raw materials and goods necessary for the manufacturing of tools
July 1999-
Aug. 2000 Honda Motors – Narita Motors (Dealership) Puerto. Ordaz, Venezuela
Post Sale Service Consultant
• Supervised and managed work crews
• Technical consultant for service department
• In charge of post sales follow-ups
Education
EDUCATION
Oct. 1994-
July 2001 Universidad Nacional Experimental
Politecnica UNEXPO Pto. Ordaz, Venezuela
Mechanical Engineer ( 5 years )
• Recipient of The School of Engineering Academic Achievement Scholarship.
Studies two semesters of Industrial Engeenering
in UNEXPO.Bolivar. Honor Scholarship. (1992-1993)
Oct. 2000 Honda Technical Institute Tejerias, Venezuela
• Training in service management.
March 2003 SAP/R3 Purchasing Module System Miami, FL
• Training in SAP
June 2005 IECEX (Instituto de Economia y Comercio Exterior) Miami, FL
• Letters of Credit and other payment methods.
September 2006
Skill Path Seminar. Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
• Negotiation techniques with vendors and suppliers
October 2006 SAP Bussiness One System Miami, FL
• Training in SAP Business One
September 2007 Nova Southeastern University Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Modules 1 & 2/ Purchasing Process & Supply Environment, Professional Certificate
February 2008 Baker Communications, Inc. Miami Lakes, FL.
• Exceptional Customer Service and Sales
September 2008 Florida International University Miami, Fl.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
November 2008 Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Orlando, Fl.
• Capital Equipment Purchasing: Big Risk, Big Dollars, Big Results
Certification
Mechanical Engineer - Professional ( UNEXPO Venezuela)2001
SAP/R3 Purchasing Module System Miami, FL
• Training in SAP
June 2005 IECEX (Instituto de Economia y Comercio Exterior).Miami Fl
• Letters of Credit and other payment methods.
September 2006 Skill Path Seminar. Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
• Negotiation techniques with vendors and suppliers
October 2006 SAP Bussiness One System Miami, FL
• Training in SAP Business One
September 2007 Nova Southeastern University Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Modules 1 & 2/ Purchasing Process & Supply Environment, Professional Certificate
February 2008 Baker Communications, Inc. Miami Lakes, FL.
• Exceptional Customer Service and Sales
September 2008 Florida International University Miami, Fl.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
November 2008 Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Orlando, Fl.
• Capital Equipment Purchasing: Big Risk, Big Dollars, Big Results
Skils
SKILLS
• Highly proficient in SAP/ R3, SAP Business One, AutoCAD, IBM Lotus Notes, Premium Soft, and Microsoft Office, QuickBooks e-Commerce.
• Wide knowledge of ISO 9000 quality standards.
• Incoterms 2000
• Inventory controls, logistics and supply chain knowledge
• Dedicated team player and leadership skills
• Knownledge of international commerce, import and export.
• Strong analytical, evaluation and communications skills
• Negotiation skills
• Professional ethical and appropriate presentation
• Excellent bilingual skills. English and Spanish