Carlos Barajas
Roanoke,TX
Summary
Experienced with procurement strategies, supplier management, and contract negotiation. Utilizes analytical thinking and market research to secure favorable terms. Track record of maintaining high standards in vendor selection and quality control.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Procurement Buyer
Exyte/Intel-Hedgehog/Micon-Triton D1 (Semiconductor)
08.2023 - Current
- Manage material orders (routine and complex), service procurements and contracts, and project subcontracts cradle-to-grave; including P-Card, Routine PO, and Subcontract Administration
- Create Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), and Request for Quotes (RFQ) as well as develop contract packages
- Deliver accurate, timely, and cost-effective identification, sourcing, buying, delivering, warehousing, installation, and commissioning of material and equipment required to support the engineering, procurement, construction and maintenance effort.
- Complete change requests and contract modifications
- Execute closeout of procurements and contracts, finalize outstanding contract issues, issue of final modifications, invoices and coordinate completion of contractor performance evaluations
Materials Manager
Verizon Wireless/TSG ( 1 Year Project)
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed day-to-day material and coordination support across multiple projects.
- Verizon Business Network programs such as IEN, UT, and BAU Local & Long-Distance
- Contributed to the delivery of $1.6Million in monthly recurring revenue for 2022 and $1.5 Million YTD for 2023
- Ensured all deliverables were tracked throughout the project life cycle, from material order placement to project installation.
- Tracked, expedited, and maintained extensive lists of materials for engineering work orders for highly complex projects.
- Utilized standardized project job remarks via Verizon's Capacity Creation Process Tool to keep cross-functional teams updated.
- Created individual material trackers per project for final tracking and inventory of deliveries at site.
- Initiated and contributed to significant process improvements within Verizon to improve communications, understanding of processes, and efficiency of the Material Management Team
- Excel can navigate large spreadsheets, with 1,000 lines.
- SCM - shopping cart monitor
- SAP LISTED OUT TRANSACTIONS Sales Order, Material Stock Levels, Purchase Order
- CCP - capacity creation process.
Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist
Great River Technology (Aerospace)
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Oversee the receipt, storage, pick, and delivery operations of materials from suppliers to the warehouse and production lines.
- Data entry for all purchase orders for GRT database
- Ensure that cost-effective parts are delivered to support production schedule demand.
- Solicits bids and quotations, reviews, and negotiates purchase contracts for major commitments.
- Prepared Requests for Proposals to solicit bids from vendors.
- Manage GPP inventory warehouse management system discrepancies to ensure inventory cycle, monthly and physical end of year counts are accurate in system.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with company policies.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
Logistics Manager
MYCOM North America (Telecom)
09.2011 - 08.2018
- Implemented new tracking systems and optimized warehouse procedures to improve efficiency in managing fixed assets.
- Conducted monthly inventory counts, audits, and validations, achieving 99% accuracy for AT&T, DSW Markets
- Created and managed all POS for materials, including telecommunication installations and construction builds, streamlining operations.
- Supervised multiple warehouses, enhanced staff training, and ensured safety and cleanliness standards.
- Utilized AT&T VAST and Togo applications for asset tracking, managing risk, and maintaining strong relationships with AT&T personnel.
- Reviewed and audited 3PL warehouse invoices, ensuring adherence to contract rates and supervising warehouse activities.
- Investigated discrepancies via submitted tickets between physical inventories and computer records.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms and pricing for materials.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
Supply Chain Lead
Emcore Fiber Optics (Semiconductor)
11.2004 - 09.2011
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely material availability.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Developed logistics strategies to enhance distribution efficiency.
- Trained staff on supply chain best practices and compliance standards.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows.
Materials Lead
Bombardier Transportation
02.1995 - 11.2004
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Mexico Online
Albuquerque, NM06-2025
Skills
- ERP Systems (Oracle,SAP Business One ,Sage 300)
- MRP Systems (NetSuite,JobBoss,Fishbowl)
- SCM
- CCP
- Power-Bi
- Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, OneNote, PowerPoint)
- Supply chain management
- Vendor management
- Inventory control
- Negotiation skills
- Supplier relationship management
Timeline
Senior Procurement Buyer
Exyte/Intel-Hedgehog/Micon-Triton D1 (Semiconductor)
08.2023 - Current
Materials Manager
Verizon Wireless/TSG ( 1 Year Project)
08.2022 - 08.2023
Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist
Great River Technology (Aerospace)
08.2018 - 08.2022
Logistics Manager
MYCOM North America (Telecom)
09.2011 - 08.2018
Supply Chain Lead
Emcore Fiber Optics (Semiconductor)
11.2004 - 09.2011
Materials Lead
Bombardier Transportation
02.1995 - 11.2004
High School Diploma -
New Mexico Online
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