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Andrea Cortez

Rockwall,Tx

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Mint Enterprises, driving business growth through strategic planning and cross-functional team leadership. Expert in negotiation and process improvement, successfully reducing costs and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at building strong client relationships and developing innovative marketing strategies to boost profitability and market share.

Talented Vice President with excellent employee development, customer service and analytics skills coupled with more than 15 years of experience. Comfortable giving engaging presentations to clients to drive new business, expand accounts and establish brand profile. Excellent team builder and leader of initiatives.

Multi-talented Senior Executive knowledgeable about sales, operations, and personnel management. Successful at stepping into diverse positions and making immediate positive contributions. Focused on optimizing operations and motivating employees while establishing market dominance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of Purchasing and Logistics

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current
  • Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.

Director of Purchasing and Logistics

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current
  • Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
  • Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
  • Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
  • Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
  • Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
  • Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
  • Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
  • Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
  • Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
  • Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.


Project Manger

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.

Director of Facilities Maintenance

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current
  • Monitored inventory and ordered supplies while adhering to maintenance budget restrictions.
  • Managed staff and distributed assignments, and supervised day-to-day operations.
  • Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
  • Inspected facilities and equipment for functionality and safety.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.

Education

BBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
01-2009

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Business growth and marketing strategies
  • Decision-making
  • Negotiation and persuasion
  • Human resources management
  • Client relationship building
  • Partnerships and affiliations
  • Operations management
  • Budget oversight
  • Proposals and presentations
  • Revenue cycle management
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Price structuring
  • Performance monitoring and evaluation
  • Contract negotiation
  • Account management
  • Critical thinking
  • Process improvement
  • Strategic planning
  • Corporate communications
  • Customer service
  • Financial management
  • Policy and procedure development

Timeline

Vice President of Purchasing and Logistics

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current

Director of Purchasing and Logistics

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current

Project Manger

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current

Director of Facilities Maintenance

Mint Enterprises
10.2009 - Current

BBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Oklahoma

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