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Adrian Mendoza

Miramar

Summary

Experienced operations leader with a strong foundation in regulatory compliance, cross-functional team management, and data-driven strategy. CDR certified with hands-on experience in Foreign Trade Zone processes, optimizing international trade while ensuring full regulatory alignment. Specializing in turning operational data into actionable insights that drive smarter forecasting, procurement, and performance tracking. Passionate about building efficient, scalable systems that support growth and compliance in complex, fast-paced environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Business Insight Director

Unimed Maritime Solutions
01.2025 - Current
  • Serve as a strategic business partner to the executive team, delivering robust, data-driven insights to improve operational efficiency, cost control, and service delivery.
  • Lead SAP ERP integration with advanced reporting tools to enable real-time visibility of purchasing, inventory, distribution, and financial performance.
  • Design and maintain comprehensive dashboards and reporting frameworks supporting finance, procurement, inventory management, and leadership teams.
  • Work closely with all departments to understand their needs and deliver tailored reporting and analysis to support their daily operations and long-term planning.
  • Champion cross-functional collaboration to align goals, improve communication, and drive company-wide initiatives for cost savings and performance improvement.
  • Oversee master data governance to ensure data integrity and accuracy across systems.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement
  • Key Achievements:
  • Reduced inventory carrying costs through optimized forecasting and purchasing.
  • Increased forecast accuracy with advanced analytics models.
  • Deployed an executive KPI dashboard used company-wide for strategic reviews.
  • Improved visibility and alignment across departments with tailored reporting solutions.

Distribution Center Director

Unimed Maritime Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Directed all warehouse and distribution operations for a high-volume medical supply chain serving global cruise lines and healthcare clients.
  • Managed annual inventory turnover while ensuring exceptional accuracy and service levels.
  • Implemented SAP-based workflows to improve inventory management, support FTZ compliance, and ensure end-to-end visibility.
  • Led daily operations across receiving, inventory control, order picking, packing, and shipping while maintaining strict adherence to SOPs and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with all internal departments—including procurement, finance, customer service, and sales—to ensure distribution capabilities aligned with their operational needs and strategic goals.
  • Provided regular, detailed reporting to all departments to support their day-to-day planning and problem-solving.
  • Built strong relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and government agencies to ensure seamless, compliant international logistics.
  • Ensured full compliance with FDA, DEA, and FTZ regulations through audits, training, and process management.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Improved order fulfillment accuracy from 83% to 97%.
  • Reduced operational costs annually through Lean initiatives and warehouse redesign.
  • Maintained 100% audit compliance with all regulatory bodies.
  • Delivered customized reporting solutions to support cross-departmental decision-making.

Project Manager

Unimed Maritime Solutions
05.2021 - 01.2023
  • Led complex projects including shipyard hospital build-outs and international audit readiness for commercial vessels.
  • Managed procurement, vendor negotiations, and logistics planning for high-value medical equipment.
  • Oversaw FTZ processes to minimize duty costs while ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
  • Developed project plans with clear budgets, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Delivered regular stakeholder reporting to ensure transparency and accountability.

Latin America Business Manager

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc
01.2015 - 03.2021
  • Directed commercial strategy, sales, and distribution across Latin American markets.
  • Managed distributor relationships, pricing, forecasting, and regulatory compliance.
  • Delivered consistent year-over-year sales growth while improving operational efficiency.
  • Implemented sales performance tracking and market analytics to inform corporate strategy.

Finance Operations

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc
06.2010 - 01.2015
  • Managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
  • Improved cost control, vendor payment cycles, and audit readiness.
  • Ensured SOX compliance and supported corporate financial planning initiatives.

Spare Parts & Accessories Inventory Manager

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc
02.2005 - 06.2010
  • Oversaw North American inventory planning for spare parts and accessories.
  • Reduced backorders while maintaining lean inventory levels through advanced demand planning.
  • Managed SAP inventory modules to maintain accurate, real-time stock data.
  • Strengthened supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective fulfillment.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Baruch College
New York, NY
06-2005

Skills

  • Strategic Vision & Leadership
  • Advanced SAP/ERP Systems Expertise
  • Cross-Department Collaboration & Alignment
  • Financial Reporting & Executive Analytics
  • Inventory & Warehouse Optimization
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management (FDA, DEA, FTZ)
  • Lean Operations & Continuous Improvement
  • Forecasting & Demand Planning
  • Vendor Management & International Sourcing
  • Change Management & Staff Development

Certification

  • Certified Designated Representative (CDR)
  • Foreign Trade Zone Operations Management
  • IRS Tax Preparer (PTIN)
  • SAP ERP
  • Lean Warehousing & Advanced Inventory Management

Languages

English (Fluent)
Spanish (Fluent)

Accomplishments

  • Implemented SAP-integrated workflows reducing inventory variances by 40%.
  • Led successful FTZ transition saving $500K+ annually in duty costs.
  • Developed forecasting models that reduced stockouts by 30%.
  • Oversaw warehouse redesign that increased storage capacity by 25% while lowering costs.
  • Built executive dashboards adopted company-wide to improve operational visibility and alignment.

Timeline

Operations Business Insight Director

Unimed Maritime Solutions
01.2025 - Current

Distribution Center Director

Unimed Maritime Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2025

Project Manager

Unimed Maritime Solutions
05.2021 - 01.2023

Latin America Business Manager

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc
01.2015 - 03.2021

Finance Operations

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc
06.2010 - 01.2015

Spare Parts & Accessories Inventory Manager

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc
02.2005 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Baruch College

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