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Eric De Santiago

Eric De Santiago

El Paso,TX

Summary

Seeking the position of Supply Chain Leader so I can utilize my extensive experience in material planning, procurement, and scheduling, as well as my background in leading cross-functional teams to optimize operations and drive efficiency. In addition, I will use my proven leadership and analytical skills to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and contribute to the organization's strategic goals in the supply chain industry.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Planning Supervisor

Eaton
El Paso, Texas
05.2021 - Current
  • Directed and supervised a team of 6 procurement assistants responsible for purchasing materials and supplies for a fast-paced production that builds switchboards and panel boards.
  • Monitored key performance indicators associated with process standardization activities.
  • Provided feedback to employees on their performance, progress, and development needs.
  • Provided guidance on best practices related to supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation, onboarding, and management.
  • Performed risk assessments and forecasts on potential contracts and business decisions.
  • Monitored vendor performance to ensure quality products and services were delivered on time at agreed-upon prices.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchase orders, invoices, contracts.
  • Resolved supplier or contract issues as needed by coordinating between internal customers, vendors, and relevant stakeholders.
  • Coordinated the development of project plans with engineering team members in order to meet targeted timelines for completion of projects.
  • Implemented automation tools to streamline development processes.
  • Provide support in implementing new software applications related to inventory management functions.
  • Managed inventory control systems to monitor stock levels and prevent overstocking or understocking.
  • Determining strategic goals on healthy inventory, reduction of excess and obsolete inventory.
  • Evaluated cost, timing and sustainability factors of different shipping routes to select optimal choices.
  • Tested data integrity by comparing actual results with expected outcomes from different sources like databases, files.
  • Documented root cause analysis reports along with recommendations for corrective action.
  • Implement ABC and XYZ analysis for purposes of warehouse optimization, inventory control and cost reduction.
  • Implemented Lean principles such as 5S, Kanban, and Kaizen throughout the organization's value streams.
  • Assisted in developing EHS training programs for employees to ensure their understanding of safety policies and procedures.
  • Key Accomplishments:
  • Developed and implemented process improvements that increased efficiency by 10%.
  • Automation of supply chain process and tool development, clear to build tool increased on time delivery by 30%

Lead Expeditor

Eaton
El Paso, Texas
06.2019 - 05.2021
  • Directed and supervised a team of 4 procurement assistants responsible for purchasing direct and indirect materials and supplies for a fast-paced production that builds switchboards and panel boards.
  • Assisted in preparing purchase orders, requisitions, and other documents related to procurement activities.
  • Managed and coordinated the expediting process for multiple projects.
  • Ensured that all required materials were ordered in a timely manner.
  • Monitored inventory levels and identified potential supply issues.
  • Communicated with vendors to resolve any delays or discrepancies.
  • Researched alternative sources when needed to meet deadlines.
  • Analyzed data from previous expediting efforts for forecasting future needs.
  • Worked closely with logistics team members to ensure efficient shipping operations.
  • Assessed current inventories and brought in supplies to keep stock within optimal levels for expected demands.
  • In charge of risk analysis, predicting sales impact, and product impact reports.
  • Assist Manager/Human Resources on new talent acquisition.
  • Oversee MRP recommendations.
  • Developed strategies to minimize costs associated with expedited shipments.
  • Provide support to the scheduling department on expedites, cancellations, and flips.
  • Responsible for warehouse optimization by assigning minimum and maximum quantities per location and part number, setting up default locations for all items.
  • Implementing the Kanban System.
  • Implement ABC analysis.
  • Key Accomplishments:
  • Develop a report to accurately forecast and prepare data for future demand for key suppliers every quarter.
  • Increase forecast accuracy by 20%.
  • Increase material availability by 60%.

Production Planner

Schneider Electric
EL Paso, Texas
05.2016 - 06.2019
  • Manage production schedule for 1000+SKUs, monitored the progress of production activities to ensure on-time delivery of products.
  • Evaluated existing systems for efficiency improvements in order to reduce costs and improve quality standards.
  • Prepared reports related to performance metrics such as throughput times, lead times, capacity utilization rates.
  • Coordinated with production teammates to determine scheduling and conflict resolutions.
  • Tracked key performance indicators related to productivity goals and provided feedback on any necessary changes.
  • Monitored stock of production supplies and ordered when inventory ran low, using Kanban systems.
  • Negotiated contracts with subcontractor suppliers for the purchase of required services.
  • Provided detailed instructions to subcontractor paint suppliers and employees on the job site.

Warehouse Lead

Schneider Electric
EL Paso, Texas
05.2014 - 06.2016
  • Supervised a team of 10 warehouse associates, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Developed processes for training new staff members on safety protocols and proper use of equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards in the warehouse.
  • Ensured accuracy of inventory records and maintained accurate stock levels in the warehouse.
  • Coordinated daily operations within the warehouse, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
  • Monitored incoming shipments for quality assurance purposes and organized storage areas accordingly.
  • Organized regular cleaning schedules for all warehouse areas to maintain cleanliness standards.
  • Assisted with unloading trucks upon arrival of merchandise at the loading dock area.
  • Managed day-to-day activities within the warehouse by assigning tasks among workers efficiently.
  • Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
  • Maintained inventory records with timely updates.
  • Led and complied with safety and wellbeing efforts on assigned shift.

Education

Basic Problem Solving A3 course completion -

01.2024

Continuous Improvement, course completion -

01.2024

Business Process Improvement, course completion -

01.2024

Power Bi Pro License course completion -

01.2023

Certified in Production and Inventory Management, First Phase, APICS -

01.2023

Master’s - Business Administration

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, Mexico, New
08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Human Services Concentration, Management

University of Phoenix
Santa Teresa, Mexico, New
08.2016

Skills

  • 6 Years’ Experience in SAP
  • 5 Years’ Experience AS400 /MAPICS
  • Global Vista
  • Microsoft Office 365, Power Point, Excel, Power Bi, Word, Outlook
  • Programming
  • Accounting Software Oracle
  • Data and Information Visualization
  • Scheduling expertise
  • Issue Resolution
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Data gathering and documentation
  • Production Scheduling
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Analytical Skills
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Goal Setting

Timeline

Material Planning Supervisor

Eaton
05.2021 - Current

Lead Expeditor

Eaton
06.2019 - 05.2021

Production Planner

Schneider Electric
05.2016 - 06.2019

Warehouse Lead

Schneider Electric
05.2014 - 06.2016

Basic Problem Solving A3 course completion -

Continuous Improvement, course completion -

Business Process Improvement, course completion -

Power Bi Pro License course completion -

Certified in Production and Inventory Management, First Phase, APICS -

Master’s - Business Administration

New Mexico State University

Bachelor of Science - Human Services Concentration, Management

University of Phoenix

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