ALEX REYES
Largo,FL
Summary
Results-driven Materials Planner / Buyer / Lead Material & Logistic Coordinator with over 20 years of experience optimizing supply chain operations for packaging materials and centrifuges. Strengthens vendor relationships and enhances workflow through effective team leadership and ERP implementation. Committed to driving production efficiency and inventory accuracy while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Planner / Buyer
Pneumatic Scale Angelus, LLC
Clearwater, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Purchased raw materials, after-market parts, custom components, and electrical components for labeler, capper, and filler machines, supporting production requirements.
- Managed supply and inventory of materials, ensuring timely fulfillment of customer orders and machine builds.
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking using ERP software, Mapics and Infor XA.
- Analyze inventory usage through Material Requirement Planning (MRP) reports and lead times, enhancing purchasing decisions.
- Coordinate with internal team members (i.e. Engineering, Customer Service, and Production) and vendors to discuss material needs, reducing delays, and contributing to smooth operations.
- Create and maintain accurate records of Purchase Orders, including on-time deliveries.
- Create job work orders with operation hours for engineering and production.
- Review engineering drawings that include Bill of Materials, Engineering Change Orders, and Discrepancy Material Reports.
Lead Material and Logistics Coordinator
Pneumatic Scale Angelus, LLC / CARR Biosystems
Clearwater, FL
01.2006 - 01.2024
- Led a team of 5 members comprising material and logistics coordinators.
- Coordinated delivery receipts by purchase order numbers to ensure timely material flow to designated locations.
- Oversaw packaging and crating for machine shipments, enhancing product safety during transit.
- Managed $1.5-2 million in manufacturing inventory, including packaging machinery like cappers and fillers.
- Provided training to materials and logistics teams, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
- Cross-trained all team members in materials logistics and forklift operations.
- Maintained accurate inventory records via ERP system, implementing daily cycle counts and FIFO methodology.
- Facilitated communication with purchasing planners and engineering to effectively resolve supply chain issues.
Configurator / Document Control Specialist
CARR Biosystems / Pneumatic Scale Angelus, LLC
Clearwater, FL
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Configured all BOMs (Bill of Materials) into ERP and engineering vault.
- Managed ECOs, ECRs, and DMRs to implement engineering changes.
- Maintained and controlled audit trail documentation to ensure compliance in Quality Control.
- Coordinated documentation for Purchasing and Engineering to streamline project workflows.
- Supported the Research and Development Engineering Team for single-use, stainless steel, Centrifuges.
- Proofread, redline Mechanical / Engineering drawings.
Education
General Studies - Criminology
San Jose City College
San Jose, CA01-1996
General Studies -
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA01-1994
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
Fremont, CA06-1993
Skills
- Inventory management
- MRP planning
- ERP software proficiency
- Bill of Materials analysis
- Customer order management
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Forklift
- PPE training
- Problem Solving
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Leadership Certificate
Timeline
Materials Planner / Buyer
Pneumatic Scale Angelus, LLC
01.2024 - Current
Lead Material and Logistics Coordinator
Pneumatic Scale Angelus, LLC / CARR Biosystems
01.2006 - 01.2024
Configurator / Document Control Specialist
CARR Biosystems / Pneumatic Scale Angelus, LLC
01.2005 - 01.2006
General Studies - Criminology
San Jose City College
General Studies -
Ohlone College
High School Diploma -
Washington High School