Alberto Garcia
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Adaptable professional with over 8 years of experience in supplies and equipment purchasing, vendor agreement negotiations, capital equipment acquisition, and food distribution. Aiming to leverage these skills to pivot and successfully fill the open position at your company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
Quirk Artisan Foods
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Directed end-to-end supply chain and logistics operations, including procurement, inventory management, and distribution
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies that improved efficiency and reduced costs, resulting in a 15% decrease in overall logistics expenses
- Managed relationships with key suppliers and logistics partners, negotiating terms and agreements to enhance service levels and cost-effectiveness
- Implemented advanced analytics and forecasting tools to optimize inventory levels, reducing excess stock by 20% while maintaining customer service standards
Multi-Category Purchasing Manager
Ben E. Keith Company
10.2020 - 03.2023
- Cultivated and managed relationships with over 135 suppliers and brokers, enhancing supply chain efficiency
- Developed and implemented purchasing agreements and supplier scorecards with 5 key suppliers, resulting in annual savings of $1.2 million
- Prepared and presented supplier performance reports at quarterly meetings, driving improvements in vendor relationships
- Conducted ongoing market research to identify and capitalize on cost-saving opportunities.
Procurement Sourcing Analyst
BC Forward (Contractor supporting Accenture)
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Supported Indirect Procurement Sourcing for Accenture's Financial Services client, managing data uploads and coordinating kick-off meetings
- Led projects involving SOW agreements, quotes, and Master Service Agreements, overseeing negotiations and contract finalization
- Trained new team members on procurement processes and best practices
- Restructured production scheduling and material requirements planning, achieving a 48% reduction in inventory while maintaining customer-approved fill rates
Maintenance Purchasing and Inventory Manager
Goodheart Brand Specialty Foods
08.2014 - 09.2019
- Directed activities related to buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, and supplies, optimizing operational efficiency
- Reported to CEO and COO on MRP program selection and implementation, achieving annual savings of $650,000 through enhanced inventory control and purchasing agreements
- Reduced purchased parts inventory by 40% and led efforts to decrease overall inventory by over $1.5 million through consolidation and improved practices.
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Coordination
- Vendor Relationship Management
- New Vendor Setup
- Contract Negotiation
- Logistics Coordination
- Account Management
Credentials
- Spanish and English
- CMMS, Seagull Procurement Software
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
- 10 Hr OSHA General Industry Safety and Health (2019)
Timeline
Director of Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
Quirk Artisan Foods
03.2023 - 07.2024
Multi-Category Purchasing Manager
Ben E. Keith Company
10.2020 - 03.2023
Procurement Sourcing Analyst
BC Forward (Contractor supporting Accenture)
11.2019 - 10.2020
Maintenance Purchasing and Inventory Manager
Goodheart Brand Specialty Foods
08.2014 - 09.2019
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