DESIREE MARTINEZ
Santo Domingo
Summary
Accomplished Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Leader with expertise in driving supplier performance and optimizing costs within global manufacturing. Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional projects, delivering substantial savings, and cultivating strong supplier relationships that enhance operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Manager MEX/CAM/CAR
HH Global
11.2022 - Current
- Led sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations to enhance global procurement initiatives and drive operational excellence.
- Developed sourcing strategies for various product categories at a global marketing services firm.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and evaluate supplier capabilities.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure alignment with project requirements and timelines.
Project Buyer
Arjo
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Coordinated cross-functional projects, conducted spend analysis, performed supplier benchmarking, and executed Latin America sourcing activities, ensuring timely and budget-compliant project delivery.
- Coordinated procurement processes for medical devices and equipment.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Commercial Buyer
Arjo
05.2016 - 01.2020
- Achieved USD 800K in cost savings through supplier development initiatives and facilitated new product transfers and material development.
- Managed supplier negotiations to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential sourcing opportunities and product improvements.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels across product lines.
Procurement Specialist
LivaNova
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of critical medical components.
- Analyzed procurement trends to optimize sourcing strategies and reduce costs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align procurement processes with organizational goals.
- Coordinated MRP planning and procurement of critical materials to ensure timely availability. Mitigated production disruptions by implementing proactive inventory and supply management strategies.
Buyer, Customer Service Buyer & Accounts Payable Clerk
Eaton
03.2011 - 05.2015
- Led MRO and indirect procurement for multiple business units, ensuring alignment with operational needs. Oversaw inventory levels and streamlined replenishment processes to maintain optimal stock availability. Processed purchase orders and cultivated strong supplier relationships to enhance procurement efficiency.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Analyzed market trends to inform purchasing decisions and strategies.
- Coordinated purchase orders and tracked inventory levels effectively.
Education
B.A. - Business Administration, Management Minor
Utah State University
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Negotiations
- Global Procurement
- Category Management
- Spend Analysis
- Supplier Audits
- Supplier development
- Project Management
- Cost-saving initiatives
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Risk Mitigation
- Budget management
- Data Visualization
- Product Launch Management
- Strategic business relationships
Languages
- Spanish, Native
- English, Professional Fluency
Select Achievements
- Led sourcing for transfer of 55 product families.
- Delivered USD 800K+ in procurement savings.
- Recognized as Company Talent (2018).
- Awarded for Outstanding Customer Service Support.
- Nominated as one of the greatest contributors.
Core Expertise
- Strategic Sourcing
- Category Management
- Supplier Negotiations
- Cost Reduction
- Spend Analysis
- Project Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Supplier Audits
- New Product Introduction
- Global Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Power BI
Timeline
Sourcing Manager MEX/CAM/CAR
HH Global
11.2022 - Current
Project Buyer
Arjo
01.2020 - 10.2022
Commercial Buyer
Arjo
05.2016 - 01.2020
Procurement Specialist
LivaNova
05.2015 - 05.2016
Buyer, Customer Service Buyer & Accounts Payable Clerk
Eaton
03.2011 - 05.2015
B.A. - Business Administration, Management Minor
Utah State University