Derek Badillo
Hereford
Summary
Dynamic Purchasing Specialist with a proven track record at Caviness Beef Packers, excelling in vendor relationship management and supply chain optimization. Enhanced contract terms through strategic negotiation, achieving significant cost savings. Skilled in order tracking and budget planning, fostering efficient procurement processes while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
Caviness Beef Packers
12.2022 - Current
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation tactics, leading to improved contract terms.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient procurement strategies, resulting in cost savings.
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving cash flow management for the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
Mill Operator
Panhandle Milling
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of milling machines as required based on production needs.
- Gained expertise in multiple areas of mill operations, allowing for seamless transitions between roles when needed due to absences or personnel changes.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing mill settings and implementing preventative maintenance procedures.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles into daily routines, reducing waste while maintaining high-quality outputs.
Mill Operator
Nutrius
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed raw material inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of production data, using this information to inform future adjustments and improvements.
- Gained expertise in multiple areas of mill operations, allowing for seamless transitions between roles when needed due to absences or personnel changes.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing mill settings and implementing preventative maintenance procedures.
Wind Turbine Technician
Tech Wind Services
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Climbed wind turbine towers to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Promoted continuous improvement within the team by sharing experiences, lessons learned, and proposing process enhancements during regular meetings or training sessions.
- Improved wind turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
- Performed quality audits of maintenance activities to ensure high standards are consistently met, resulting in reduced rework or equipment failures.
Electrical Apprentice
Caviness Beef
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Gained proficiency in operating various power tools such as drills, saws, crimpers, and wire strippers for efficient completion of electrical tasks.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hereford High School
Hereford, TX05-2017
Skills
- Vendor relationship management
- Order tracking
- Price analysis
- Budget planning
- Supply chain optimization
- Purchase order processing
- Inventory management
- Materials planning
Timeline
Purchasing Specialist
Caviness Beef Packers
12.2022 - Current
Mill Operator
Panhandle Milling
02.2022 - 12.2022
Mill Operator
Nutrius
08.2021 - 02.2022
Wind Turbine Technician
Tech Wind Services
05.2021 - 08.2021
Electrical Apprentice
Caviness Beef
07.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Hereford High School
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