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Armando Colon Santiago

Principal Supply Chain Planner
Juana Diaz,PR

Summary

Supply Chain leader with extensive experience and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing and distribution management. Leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 8+ years of experience in leading organizational business units.

Overview

7
7
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Supply Chain Planner

Medtronic
, Global
12.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw supply chain and supported tech transfer projects, change management and resolution of customer complaints.
  • Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability and working capital.
  • Responsible for overall GSC Supply Planning closely with four manufacturing facilities, includes leading Marketing forecast and monthly FG SIOP supply call.
  • Successfully project transfer product from different facilities.

Senior Demand & Supply Planner

Medtronic
, Global
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Responsible for forecasting activities, assessing demand and supply variation, and proactively driving actions to meet requirements and communication with all key stakeholders in targeted geographies.
  • Develop and implement supply chain strategies which support business growth, customer satisfaction, product cost management, and overall supply chain objectives for product availability, delivery performance, forecast accuracy and inventory.
  • Create and maintain forecast models for their customers, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information gathered from sales, marketing, finance, product launch and other business sources by leading dialogue each month for their respective customers and products.
  • Work closely with our Distribution and customer service partners for inventory target management and supply execution.
  • Responsible for overall GSC Supply Planning closely with the manufacturing facilities, includes leading Marketing forecast and monthly FG SIOP supply call.

Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Medtroninc
Villalba, PR
10.2016 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
  • Supports process improvement opportunities throughout each stage of the product lifecycle, including inventory and obsolescence management, new product launch planning and execution, product rationalization, and Sales & Operations Planning Process (S&OP).
  • Complete monthly supply planning on finished goods and components for manufacturing sites. Understand the connectivity between manufacturing sites and distribution centers. Manage component inventory targets to suit business needs.
  • Plan and scheduling workflow for manufacturing and final pack areas assuring to meet shipping dates according to sales forecast.
  • Responsible for detailed scheduling production. Provide visibility of potential backorders and make recovery scenarios as needed.
  • Develop Inventory Forecasts and drive Inventory Reduction strategies in conjunction with Operations Management.

Materials Planner

Medtroninc
Villaba, PR
08.2013 - 10.2016
  • Created timetables and production commitments using data from sales forecasts.
  • Requisitioned materials to restock inventory and obtain goods for products production.
  • Presented production schedules to team outlining milestones and deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records to enhance office workflows.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.

Quality Control Inspector

Medtroninc
Villalba, Puerto RIco
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
  • Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
  • Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.

Assembler

Medtronic
Villalba, PR
04.2011 - 08.2012
  • Employed to assemble components with minimal supervision, exceeding all expected project milestones.
  • Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.

Education

MBA - Logistics And Materials Management

Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Gurabo, PR
08.2013 - 07.2014

MBA - Human Resources Management

Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Gurabo, PR
08.2010 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR
08.2005 - 06.2009

Work Availability

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Skills

Strong understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards related End to End Supply Chain concepts

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Timeline

Principal Supply Chain Planner

Medtronic
12.2019 - Current

Senior Demand & Supply Planner

Medtronic
01.2018 - 12.2019

Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Medtroninc
10.2016 - 01.2018

MBA - Logistics And Materials Management

Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
08.2013 - 07.2014

Materials Planner

Medtroninc
08.2013 - 10.2016

Quality Control Inspector

Medtroninc
08.2012 - 08.2013

Assembler

Medtronic
04.2011 - 08.2012

MBA - Human Resources Management

Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
08.2010 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
08.2005 - 06.2009
Armando Colon SantiagoPrincipal Supply Chain Planner