Cristina E.

• Established a comprehensive aging Manufacturing Order (MO) reporting system to enhance operational visibility. • Achieved a 20% increase in on-time delivery through process optimization and improved vendor management. • Increased inventory accuracy from 70% to 97% by implementing advanced inventory management systems. • Rolled out a training program for the supply chain team, significantly enhancing skills and morale.

• Directed procurement, production planning, customer service, logistics, and inventory for two North American locations. • Implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) across all departments, enhancing operational efficiency. • Negotiated supplier contracts, achieving $6 million in savings, while also managing customer contracts and product development. • Revamped the ERP system, resulting in an additional $7 million in savings across the network.

• Spearheaded the development and execution of a comprehensive supply chain strategy, reporting directly to the CEO. • Fostered collaboration across Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to enhance product sourcing and development. • Established KPIs to monitor and improve supply chain efficiency, leading to a 20% reduction in operational costs. • Documented SOPs that streamlined processes, eliminating bottlenecks and improving overall workflow.

• Negotiated major supplier contracts, achieving $2 million in savings. • Managed comprehensive sourcing and procurement activities, enhancing operational efficiency. • Developed and maintained strategic supplier relationships, ensuring accountability for key milestones.

• Managed multiple regional subcontracts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with regulations. • Assessed supplier performance across the entire value stream, driving improvements and efficiencies. • Collaborated cross-functionally within the Supply Chain organization to address business needs effectively. • Conducted strategic sourcing of subcontractor SOWs, leading to enhanced cost analysis and procurement strategies.

• Managed purchasing, planning, quality, and inventory teams for west coast operations, reporting directly to the CEO. • Negotiated major contracts, resulting in approximately $1M in annual savings. • Achieved cost savings targets by securing better prices and shorter lead times on 75% of contracts. • Implemented consignment inventory with top suppliers, enhancing overall P&L performance.

• Directed purchasing, planning, and inventory departments, reporting directly to the VP of North America. • Implemented cost-saving initiatives and cycle counts, achieving a $450K reduction in inventory. • Established vendor agreements and negotiated pricing, resulting in annual savings of $200K.

• Selected and qualified top suppliers to ensure optimal procurement processes. • Negotiated long-term contracts and partnership agreements, enhancing supplier relationships. • Managed supplier quality functions, implementing corrective actions to improve performance. • Analyzed logistics systems, leading to a streamlined purchasing process and cost savings.

• Spearheaded the redevelopment of the MRP system, achieving zero stockouts and enhancing operational efficiency. • Collaborated with Sales and Marketing to optimize profit margins, resulting in improved financial performance. • Conducted quarterly Safety Stock reviews, effectively minimizing excess inventory and reducing costs.

• Managed purchasing and inventory operations for Henkel Corporation across the Americas and Asia. • Achieved a 30% reduction in inventory excess at the US plant while ensuring on-time delivery. • Negotiated improved lead times with a major supplier, resulting in $600k in savings. • Contributed to reducing slow and obsolete inventory, totaling $800k, enhancing operational efficiency.