GAVI GIL
Mcloud
Summary
Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain goals and fulfill customer requests. Resourceful Purchasing Agent responsibly and proficiently procures materials necessary for operations. Performs detailed cost analyses and negotiates with vendors using skilled problem-solving abilities. Experienced evaluator of supplier performance and maintains constant awareness of inventory levels. Diligent Purchaser regularly maintains inventory to meet vendor product supply requirements and properly fulfill orders. Maintains market awareness by communicating customer needs with buyer and sales teams. Liaises with buyer to determine specialty order pricing and out-of-stock item estimated delivery and freight costs to meet customer expectations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialized Purchasing Agent
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Responsible for foreign trade: imports and exports.
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers for international transportation of goods.
- Monitored and maintained import and export tracking systems for delivery of accurate and up-to-date records of shipments.
- Develop strategies to reduce overall shipping costs while maintaining high-quality service.
- Ensuring legal compliance with customs regulations, procedures, and logistics management policies
- Responsible for the FDA Update
- Responsible for investment projects in agricultural machinery, Brown sugar production pilot lines, and technical irrigation systems
- Train personnel in the use of software veritrade and Foreign trade management in the company. Training of purchasing agents in SAP and Order Book (framework contracts)
- Coordination of payments to suppliers and reverse logistics management, for goods and services.
- Advice and support in management processes in foreign trade in other companies of the corporation.
- Responsible for the supply and negotiation of the purchase of metallic materials, instrumentation, electrical, machinery spare parts, reagents and laboratory equipment, technical irrigation, and hardware
- Coordination of payments to suppliers and reverse logistics management.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
- Computed and created purchase orders in SAP to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Determined the lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for materials and services.
- Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
- Implemented innovative supply chain management strategies to streamline the procurement process.
Purchasing Agent
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Responsible for importing spare parts, assets, and supplies for the manufacture of Sugar in the Company.
- Advice and support in management processes in foreign trade in the corporation.
- Responsible for the supply and negotiation of the purchase of metallic materials, instrumentation, electrical, machinery spare parts, reagents and laboratory equipment, technical irrigation, and hardware.
- Coordination of payments to suppliers and reverse logistics management
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Determined the lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Analyzed and reported inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
- Implemented innovative supply chain management strategies to streamline the procurement process.
Tender Agent
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Responsible for imports of spare parts, assets, and supplies for the manufacture of Sugar in the company.
- Tender for the purchase of hardware, electrical, uniform, metallic materials, EPPs, and equipment and supplies for the laboratory.
- Tender for electrical services and civil works.
- Coordination of payments to suppliers and reverse logistics management.
- Followed up on customers' inquiries to assess satisfaction with provided solutions.
- De-escalated and resolved customer complaints with punctual, polite, and professional service.
- Established strong customer relationships, building recommendations and loyalty.
- Processed customer orders quickly and accurately for timely delivery.
- Adopted customer feedback in process and system improvement initiatives.
- Developed and sustained an extensive database of contacts, helping future clients with networking.
- Negotiated contracts and terms with agents and talent by attending meetings and creating deals.
- Researched and identified potential opportunities for clients, helping clients advance in the industry.
- Maintained relationships with high-profile clients in the entertainment industry through consistent communication.
Sales Associate
MACY´S
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Assistance to customers in their digital and physical purchases
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store systems for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for the sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Managed returns, exchanges, and refunds by store policy.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained a calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coins, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories, and completing purchases.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
Logistics Manager
ES Enginering Solutions S.A.
03.2011 - 12.2011
- Organized Warehouse space and planned layouts.
- Created policies based on performance data analysis to reduce costs and maintain efficiency.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Directed shipping and receiving of a wide range of products daily.
- Coordinated the dispatching of 3 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
- Selected, trained, and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules, and completed orders.
- Directed activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
Import Supervisor
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
12.2009 - 12.2010
- Responsible for importing spare parts, assets, and supplies for the manufacture of Sugar in the company.
- Temporary export and import restricted/controlled products.
- Advice and support in foreign trade management processes in other companies of the corporation.
- Responsible for supply projects: Heavy machinery, reactors for energy cogeneration projects, Cooling lines for the canning and boats.
- Coordination of payments to suppliers and cargo operators / Customs.
- Responded to customs, customer, and internal requests and notices about classification, duty rates, and documentation requirements to support import regulations.
- Created and transmitted accurate documentation to governmental agencies for import activities.
- Liaised with the sales department to develop customer-specific import handling procedures to enhance delivery methods and improve customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated and negotiated contracts to facilitate freight movements.
- Oversaw timely and accurate US Customs filings and related documents to facilitate communications flow.
- Coordinated company product shipments and international transactions to eliminate freight delays.
- Assisted the compliance department in performing internal audits of processes and systems to facilitate the importation and exportation of products.
- Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations.
- Assisted with problem resolution and dispute management relating to import and export activities.
- Coordinated with internal teams to enable timely ordering, shipping, and receipt of goods.
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers for international transportation of goods.
- Monitored and maintained import and export tracking systems for delivery of accurate and up-to-date records of shipments.
- Utilized logistics software to manage, monitor and track shipments from origin to destination.
- Established and built positive relationships with vendors and carriers, promoting competitive shipping rates and service.
- Developed strategies to reduce overall shipping costs while maintaining high-quality service.
Logistics Supervisor
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
03.2009 - 12.2009
- Supervision, management, and planning of plant supply.
- Monitor the distribution of materials and be responsible for projects over $125,000.
- Experience in the purchase of fixed assets: Heavy machinery, reactors Refrigeration lines, and vessels.
- Supplier audits, and visits to industrial plants.
- Supplier approval.
- Assignment of performance bonuses to employees in the area.
- Direct report to Logistics Management and Corporate Directors.
- Verified effective and timely implementation of operational goals by prioritizing tasks.
- Processed orders by due dates to enable on-time delivery to customers.
- Trained, scheduled, and evaluated 5 employees.
- Verified transactions, product orders, and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Analyzed and logged purchase orders.
- Assisted auditors of vendor invoices and month-end finance accruals.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
- Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Developed and implemented web-based tracking systems for improved monitoring.
Logistics Analyst
Metrocolor S.A
02.2006 - 12.2008
- Management and planning of the supply in the Peru and Mexico plants.
- In charge of the area of claims for supplies abroad.
- Responsible for the 1st implementation of SAP in logistics.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Analyzed prior delivery processes and uncovered more efficient methods.
- Processed purchase orders according to internal policies, verifying factors such as on-time delivery, minimal cost sourcing, and weight compliance.
- Coordination and review of performance and consumption of critical products with the production and planning area.
- Coordinated resolution of issues with warehouses, sales brokers, and carriers.
- Tracked orders and notify customers of status or potential delays.
- Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
Education
MBA - Strategic Business Management
Centrum Gradúate Business School
Lima, PE02.2019
MBA - Leadership
EADA Business School
Barcelona, SP05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Supply Chain Management, Operations Management
Peruvian Universityof Applied Sciences, UPC
Lima, PE03.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Engineering
Florida International University, FIU
Miami, FL11.2008
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
National University of San Marcos, UNMSM
Lima, PE08.2004
Skills
- Procurement Operations
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Compiling Statistics
- Purchasing for Manufacturing
- Freight Coordination
- Purchase Orders Organization
- Negotiation
- Purchasing Strategies Development
- KPI Monitoring
- Data Organization
- Strategic Negotiations
- Track Shipments
Accomplishments
- Achieved 7% in savings in a 16 million-dollar portfolio by introducing Veritrade for foreign trade tasks.
- Achieved a 15% reduction in the cost of materials valued at 20 million soles per year. through effectively helping with developing inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with the commercial team in developing Best practices for export operations.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets. Improves the inventory turnover ratio by 10%.
- Resolved re-importation issues cargo temporal of previous procedures through intervention and direct management with Brazilian customs.
Affiliations
- International Association of Administrative Professionals : Lifetime Member Beta Gamma Sigma
- Member Centum Connect, CENTRUM PUCP
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.
Warren Buffett
Timeline
Specialized Purchasing Agent
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
06.2018 - 06.2022
Purchasing Agent
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
06.2015 - 06.2018
Tender Agent
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
01.2013 - 06.2015
Sales Associate
MACY´S
01.2012 - 01.2013
Logistics Manager
ES Enginering Solutions S.A.
03.2011 - 12.2011
Import Supervisor
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
12.2009 - 12.2010
Logistics Supervisor
Agro Industrial Paramonga SAA
03.2009 - 12.2009
Logistics Analyst
Metrocolor S.A
02.2006 - 12.2008
MBA - Strategic Business Management
Centrum Gradúate Business School
MBA - Leadership
EADA Business School
Associate of Applied Science - Supply Chain Management, Operations Management
Peruvian Universityof Applied Sciences, UPC
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Engineering
Florida International University, FIU
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
National University of San Marcos, UNMSM
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