CARLOS CAICEDO

Supervision of real-time inventory software, moving supplies where needed to optimize operational efficiency. Resolving distribution-related issues to meet orders or inventory replenishment requirements Coordination of capacity and materials planning to meet net demand within the planning period. Participating in work sequencing to meet targeted delivery dates for multiple and critical orders. Monitoring total plant production scheduling vis-a-vis orders. Establishing parameters for reorders, min/max levels, lead days, and job days. Adjusting plans based on sales forecasts, custom orders, and demand-driven orders. Evaluating past decisions to improve the decision-making process and predicting the potential impact of decision options. Using effective decision-making approaches such as consultative, command, or consensus. Explaining basic measurements used in transportation management. Identifying various modes of transportation and their application. Interpreting carrier costs, rates, and time requirements.

Procured materials and supplies based on approved requisitions and managed multiple domestic and international suppliers via ERP systems. Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers. Negotiated contracts and processed purchase orders. Secured pricing agreements with suppliers and made recommendations for supplier selection. Initiated and supervised new supplier qualification processes in line with ISO procedures. Identified and implemented continuous improvements within the procurement process. Ensured data integrity for purchased parts in the material master for import/export. Measured supplier performance using KPIs to ensure adherence to contracted agreements. Adjusted safety stock levels to optimize inventory and customer fill rates. Achieved over 5% year-over-year spend productivity through cost reduction projects, including supplier consolidation and alternate supplier development. Led commodity management strategies and tactical plans. Supported New Product Development teams by sourcing solutions and optimizing the supply chain. Reconciled inventory and invoices, identifying and resolving discrepancies. Conducted root cause analysis for stock outs, missed deliveries, and non-conforming products, implementing permanent solutions.

Led the process of standardizing administrative and operational points. Updated unit procedures according to best practices, ensuring implementation. Supervised and guided warehouse staff, assigning responsibilities effectively. Led the reception and dispatch of materials, ensuring compliance with company policies. Controlled inventory to maintain optimal stock levels. Ensured adherence to provisioning and storage policies. Organized and managed the distribution and delivery processes for each product. Optimized transportation to reduce costs, delivery times, and schedules. Implemented security and maintenance measures to prevent incidents and warehouse deterioration. Performed monthly management tasks through the generation and monitoring of KPIs. Provided support in defining objectives for employees. Conducted internal control audits.

Responsible for indirect purchases CAPEX, Logistics Services, Facilities, Maintenance, working in local / global multidisciplinary teams to achieve savings objectives, supply, quality and delivery times, contract management, supplier evaluation. Provide optimal total cost of ownership solutions for purchased goods/services (Quantitative and qualitative Benchmarks/Analysis and Optimization of supplier-portfolio) Improved and re-evaluated purchasing activities at Teva Pharmaceuticals, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborated in cross-functional teams to define needs, proposed relevant alternatives like strategic sourcing in close cooperation with users. Identified purchasing opportunities, contributing to savings and other value-added activities within business systems. Played a key role in defining and implementing global, regional, and local procurement strategies by actively participating in the Global Procurement Community Network. Managed purchasing processes using automated systems such as Oracle and ARIBA. Developed and implemented an auditing system for suppliers to ensure accountability and compliance.

Improved purchasing processes and policies, ensuring Procurement actively contributed to generating savings and other value-added activities. Ensured a reliable supply with consistent quality of materials and services at the lowest total cost through continuous improvement and a strong focus on customer service. Formed strategic alliances, working closely with Legal, Finance, and Compliance departments to manage internal stakeholder relationships and satisfaction for critical categories/indirect spend. Reported directly to the Purchasing Manager, overseeing a team of 6. Managed indirect purchases for CAPEX, Logistics Services, Facilities, and Maintenance, collaborating in local/global multidisciplinary teams to achieve savings, supply quality, and delivery times. Handled contract management, supplier evaluation, and RFX tenders. Contributed to the definition and successful implementation of local procurement strategies by actively participating in the Procurement Community. Provided optimal total cost of ownership solutions for purchased goods/services through quantitative and qualitative benchmarks, analysis, and supplier-portfolio optimization. Developed and negotiated contracts and supply agreements to ensure formal and optimal purchase conditions.