Enrique Velazquez Valdes
Purchasing
San Antonio,TX
Summary
To secure a challenging role in a management position at a dynamic company where I can utilize my negotiations skills and strategic sourcing knowledge to deliver optimal procurement solutions and contribute to organizational growth and company objectives. Professional Summary: Highly experienced and result driven purchasing manager with over 30 years of experience in domestic and global procurement, supplier management and cost optimization. Proficient at negotiating contracts, supply chain management and maximizing profitability. Track record of reducing costs, improving product quality and strengthening long-term supplier relationships. Strong leadership abilities with focus on teamwork and performance enhancement.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Purchasing Director
Concord Supply, Inc
San Antonio, Texas
01.2018 - Current
- Lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of the company, including production manufacturing procurement and finances
- Oversee the purchasing department with a focus on cost reduction, quality improvement and on-time delivery.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and just-in-time purchasing strategies.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Analyzed market trends and adjusted procurement strategies accordingly for optimal results.
Purchasing Manager
Concord Supply, Inc.
08.1999 - 01.2018
- Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives
- Coordinate with internal departments ( operations, finance, production and purchasing ) to ensure communication flows and company policies are being follow to align with company goals
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and resolve any issues related to quality, service and performance
- Supervise the team of company managers, provide training, mentorship and performance evaluations.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Drove innovation within supply chain by partnering with suppliers on new product development initiatives.
- Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
Purchasing Manager
Ganahmsa, Inc
San Antonio, TX
09.1993 - 08.1999
- Responsible for sourcing and purchasing parts-equipment, materials and components for manufacturing operations of a steel mill in Mexico ( Ahmsa )
- Identified and evaluated potential suppliers, negotiating prices and lead times to ensure cost effective procurement and minimize supply chain disruptions
- Implemented inventory management controls in the warehouse of forwarding agency at the US/Mexico border.
- Coordinated with finance and budgeting departments to align procurement strategies with fiscal objectives.
Buyer
Altos Hornos de Mexico, S.A. de C.V
Monclova, Coahuila
01.1992 - 09.1993
- Processed purchase orders and tracked order fulfillment, ensuring timely delivery
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers to obtain cost savings
- Request and review bids from potential suppliers then developed proposals for upper management based on price, quality and supplier performance.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
HR Assistant
Fundicion Monclova, S.A. de C.V
Monclova
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Social Security benefits administrator, responsible for registering and enrolling, discharging new workers at IMSS.
- Assist in other Human Resources functions within the department.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor in Business Administration - Business administration
Universidad Regiomontana
1989
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Supplier relationship management
- Supply chain management
- Vendor relationship management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Inventory Management
- Contract Negotiating & Management
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Compliance & Regulatory Adherence
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Supply Chain Optimization
- ISO 9001:2015, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Pareto
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLanguages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Purchasing Director
Concord Supply, Inc
01.2018 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Concord Supply, Inc.
08.1999 - 01.2018
Purchasing Manager
Ganahmsa, Inc
09.1993 - 08.1999
Buyer
Altos Hornos de Mexico, S.A. de C.V
01.1992 - 09.1993
HR Assistant
Fundicion Monclova, S.A. de C.V
01.1990 - 01.1991
Bachelor in Business Administration - Business administration
Universidad Regiomontana
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