Erik Villalobos
Odessa,TX
Summary
Purchasing Specialist with extensive expertise in procurement and supply chain management. Demonstrates strong negotiation skills and strategic sourcing capabilities, effectively maintaining supplier relationships for optimal outcomes. Proven track record in inventory control, cost reduction, and timely delivery of goods. Enhances operational efficiency through streamlined purchasing processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Archrock
02.2023 - Current
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Managed over 163 new compressor builds (89,650 HP) with seven different packagers.
Purchasing Specialist
Morrow Energy
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Analyzed customer engineering drawings, specifications and RFQ requirements to perform purchase analysis.
- Maintained consistent email communication with suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Buyer
Chart
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Studied and monitored market trends to identify potential suppliers.
- Achieved savings over $130K in nozzle and header material.
Project Manager
Granite Peak Fabrication
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Maintaining over 15% margin on awarded and completed projects
Procurement Specialist
CSI Compressco
10.2012 - 07.2020
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and terms.
- Performed complex data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and forecast future demands.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Integral member in the ERP Implementation Project; collaborated with other team members and the Supply Chain Department to customize and test the new system while staying under the $13MM budget.
- Managed 100% of all outsourced fabrication components; reviewed drawings to obtain the base pricing for raw materials and an estimated labor hour.
Warehouse Manager
University Of Texas Permian Basin
04.2010 - 10.2012
- Oversaw equipment maintenance and warehouse condition, identifying necessary repairs and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout, enhancing space utilization and optimizing operational processes.
- Refined delivery plans through effective scheduling and route development expertise.
- Built a motivated warehouse team, consistently achieving operational goals and exceeding performance targets.
- Developed and implemented updated policies and procedures to boost productivity.
- Managed warehouse staff to ensure efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Logistics Certification -
Community College of The Air Force
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Competitive bid preparation
- Pricing strategy development
- Vendor and supplier management
- Inventory control
- Procurement processes
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- System implementation
- Service excellence
- Project management
- Budget management
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Military Experience
- United States Air Force (USAF) Medical Logistics 2002-2006
Timeline
Project Manager
Archrock
02.2023 - Current
Purchasing Specialist
Morrow Energy
10.2021 - 02.2023
Buyer
Chart
04.2021 - 10.2021
Project Manager
Granite Peak Fabrication
09.2020 - 03.2021
Procurement Specialist
CSI Compressco
10.2012 - 07.2020
Warehouse Manager
University Of Texas Permian Basin
04.2010 - 10.2012
Logistics Certification -
Community College of The Air Force