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Skills
Work History
Education
Affiliations
Software Experience
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Overview
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Sheila Muniz

Sheila Muniz

Ocoee,FL

Summary

Proactive and versatile professional with a strong dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a track record of fostering strong relationships with suppliers and team members. Committed to supporting team success and achieving positive results.

Skills

  • Strong Multi-Tasking Ability
  • Strong Relationship Building
  • Strategic Business Acumen
  • Cost Analysis Skills
  • Procurement Process Management
  • Skill Development Exercises
  • Inventory Management
  • Forecasting
  • Vendor Invoice Management
  • Effective Problem Solving
  • Strategic Decision Analysis
  • Innovative Solutions Development
  • Experience with Budget Oversight
  • Standard Operating Procedure Development
  • Process Documentation
  • Stock Level Oversight
  • Team Building
  • Order Fulfillment Management
  • Expense Monitoring
  • Employee Development
  • Strategic Project Coordination
  • Inventory Control Expertise
  • Staff Performance Supervision
  • Distribution Operations Experience
  • Proposal Process Oversight
  • Strong Verbal and Written Skills
  • Negotiation Expertise
  • Continuous Improvement Implementation
  • Critical Analysis
  • Resilient During Challenging Circumstances
  • Effective Conflict Management
  • Transportation Oversight
  • ERP/MRP Software Proficiency
  • Leadership

Work History

Director of Supply Chain Operations & Logistics

AquaComfort Solutions
Deland, FL
11.2023 - 10.2024
  • Developed and executed supply chain strategies that enhanced inventory levels, minimized expenses, and enhanced delivery times.
  • Utilized data analysis techniques to identify optimization opportunities within the supply chain, resulting in a substantial boost of cash flow.
  • Oversaw supplier/subcontractor procurement activities following corporate guidelines.
  • Produced comprehensive reports outlining supply chain activities, ranging from inventory management to key performance metrics.
  • Monitored stock levels, analyzed trends, and developed inventory control solutions.
  • Utilized ongoing continuous improvement strategies to lower costs and maintain quality standards, thus optimizing warehousing processes.
  • Implemented proactive measures to address potential material shortages or disruptions in the supply chain process.
  • Managed team responsible for overseeing daily supply chain department and warehouse operations.
  • Collaborated with sales, finance, customer service and engineering teams to ensure successful product or service delivery.
  • Facilitated seamless collaboration between internal stakeholders and third party suppliers for efficient operations during peak periods or special projects.
  • Assisted in analyzing historical sales data and current market conditions to forecast demand.
  • Enhanced supply chain processes to strengthen planning procedures and maintain organized schedules and records.
  • Minimized cash flow risks by cultivating strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating mutually beneficial purchasing agreements and improved payment terms.

Director of Purchasing/Inventory/Fleet Operations Manager

Proformance Roofing
Winter Garden, FL
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw purchasing department by supervising staff and training new employees.
  • Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
  • Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
  • Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
  • Liaised with accounting and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies.
  • Identified gaps and opportunities for improvements and implemented corrective action to maintain optimal fleet performance.
  • Mitigated regulatory risks by monitoring vehicles to ensure operational, state and federal compliance.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
  • Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
  • Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
  • Developed and documented standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving and shipping products or materials.
  • Restructured warehouse picking locations and reserved slots to achieve maximum employee productivity.
  • Established operational guidelines and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Worked with management team to develop operational goals aligned with business strategy.
  • Set goals and expectations for direct reports using performance review process, holding staff accountable.
  • Assessed and evaluated business procedures and implemented structure to improve day-to-day operations.
  • Recognized employees for demonstrating excellent service resulting in increased company morale.
  • Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
  • Oversaw personnel by commending or initiating promotions, transfers and disciplinary measures.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.

Senior Buyer, USA

Ocado Group
Groveland, FL
08.2020 - 02.2023
  • Documented purchasing activities, inventory reports and department records.
  • Reviewed requisition orders, verifying terminology and specifications for accuracy.
  • Managed inventory control, material control, accounting and supply reports.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts and determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability, by analyzing data.
  • Mitigated logistics deficiencies, resolved shortages and tracked missed or late deliveries while scheduling and expediting high-priority sites.
  • Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet site requirements and deadlines which included high level leaders such as VP of Engineering Operations.
  • Planned and purchased high-value capital expenses
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers, and administered contracts with a major supplier that yielded $31,000 in rebates in 1 year.
  • Saved around 20-30% off cost annually by shrewdly negotiating supplier pricing, and freight programs to reduce costs.
  • Work parallel with Finance to ensure account codes were accurate to stay within budget lines.
  • Visited other locations to ensure standardization was followed, and to perform site audits.
  • Liaised with accounting, and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies.
  • Led department meetings to build team cohesiveness and coordinate projects
  • Recruited and interviewed highly qualified candidates to fill vacancies.
  • Mentored, and managed a talented team of 12 Inventory Coordinators through extensive training and consistent feedback.
  • Purchased MRO tools, PPE, spare parts, among many other site needs valued at approximately $850,000+ per site in phase 1 set up.
  • Analyzed and completed supplier performance reviews, addressing corrective actions.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Exceeded management expectations by finding creative solutions to problems.

Accounting Administrator/Estimating Coordinator

Clancy & Theys Construction Company
Winter Garden, FL
03.2017 - 07.2020
  • Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
  • Maintained accurate invoice summaries and collection records to enhance monitoring of billing and cash inflows.
  • Verified documented and requested disbursements to facilitate payments.
  • Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
  • Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
  • Updated customers and managed project statuses by effectively communicating with builders and contractors on commercial projects.
  • Leveraged sales techniques and articulated product values to generate new business.
  • Analyzed blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
  • Collected data and information from vendors, sub-contractors and teammates to determine exact costs for all aspects of each project.
  • Maintained confidentiality of client and prospective client information, protecting individual interests and business partnerships.

Teak Isle

Purchasing & Inventory
Ocoee, FL
07.2012 - 04.2017
  • Sourced new suppliers for purchasing needs.
  • Prepared, coordinated and communicated price quotes, terms of sale, delivery dates and service obligations to customers and contractors.
  • Analyzed competitive prices, products and market-related information.
  • Conducted market research to determine appropriate pricing.
  • Supervised financial strategies and managed raw materials inventory while identifying cost-effective vendors and suppliers.
  • Tracked shipments to ensure delivery on time and in excellent condition.
  • Verified receipt of items by comparing items ordered to items received.
  • Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
  • Cultivated new vendor relationships using dynamic communication and negotiation skills.
  • Maintained appropriate inventory levels to meet personnel and corporate needs.
  • Determined recurring business needs and maintained necessary inventory levels.
  • Facilitated streamlined purchasing and resource availability through monitoring and oversight of company inventory.
  • Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to company and customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Edgewater High School
Orlando, FL

Affiliations

  • Orlando Regional Realtors Association
  • National Association of Realtors

Software Experience

ERP/MRP

Vantage

Visio

Microsoft Office 

Oracle Fusion

Tecsys

G-Suite

PeopleSoft

Work Day

Epicor/Eclipse

Sage 

Power BI

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePaid time offPaid sick leavePersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 22 staff members.
  • Documented and resolved excess inventory which led to $2.1 million improving cash flow impact.
  • Achieved favorable AP terms through effectively helping with Finance to improve cash flow.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking and cycle counting spreadsheets.
  • Ranked #1 Purchasing Manager for reducing devalued parts and maintaining between 6.7 and 7.2 inventory turns.
Sheila Muniz