ELIZABETH FIGUEROA
Orange,CA
Summary
Highly adaptable collaborator with cross-functional professional experience in Procurement, Operations, Sales and Supplier Management. Effective communicator with a strong work ethic and an outgoing can-do approach. Experienced with strategic planning, team leadership, and operational management. Utilizes comprehensive business acumen to drive efficiency and innovation. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving high-impact results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Sr. Manager
Mullen Automotive
Irvine, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new ERP system, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Developed Supplier List for all commodities and rolled out onboarding process for Suppliers.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Developed Sourcing Templates and Analysis tools for supplier selection and weekly management review.
Commodity Manager
Canoo
Torrance, CA
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Reduced costs for raw materials through effective negotiation with suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving the company''s cash flow position while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- Reviewed proposals and contracts for compliance with specifications.
- Evaluated proposals from up to 200 vendors to determine most favorable option.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
Purchasing Manager
Karma Automotive
Irvine, CA
03.2015 - 04.2020
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis in [Software] for senior management review and approval.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies and applicable regulations governing procurement activities, mitigating company risks.
- Led cross-functional team in executing cost reduction initiatives, resulting in significant savings on material purchases.
Sales Supervisor
Hyundai Mobis
Fountain Valley, CA
10.2011 - 11.2015
- Monitored daily sales performance and provided feedback to each team member.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Promoted exceptional customer service by engaging clients on sales floor.
- Effectively coached team members to reach weekly and monthly sales goals.
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, resulting in repeat business and increased revenue.
- Grew export business by establishing new sales channels in Mexico, Europe and Latin America for all Mobis affiliate offices.
- Managed accounts for both KIA and Hyundai accessory development to support new vehicle launches through product identification, procurement, pricing and planning activity.
Market Sales Specialist
Volvo Cars USA
Irvine, CA
05.2001 - 12.2008
- Developed and maintained sales tracking and reporting tools for weekly/monthly management reviews.
- Collaborated with regional offices for dissemination of incentive programs and tracking.
- Worked with Dealerships in area of responsibility to train, track and hit monthly target numbers.
- Supported planning strategies to achieve monthly targets.
- Developed and rolled out Volvo dealer operating standards through collaboration with all teams.
Education
B.A. - International Business
California State Fullerton
Fullerton05-2025
A.A. - Business Administration
Santa Ana College
05.2004
Skills
- Agile
- Strong Negotiator
- Contract Management
- Supplier Partnerships
- Team Player
- Global Sourcing
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sourcing Sr. Manager
Mullen Automotive
08.2022 - Current
Commodity Manager
Canoo
05.2020 - 07.2022
Purchasing Manager
Karma Automotive
03.2015 - 04.2020
Sales Supervisor
Hyundai Mobis
10.2011 - 11.2015
Market Sales Specialist
Volvo Cars USA
05.2001 - 12.2008
A.A. - Business Administration
Santa Ana College
B.A. - International Business
California State Fullerton