Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Universidad Península de Sana Elena
Santa Elena, Ecuador
10.2016 - 11.2019
Taught English A1, A2, B1, B2, Conversational English and Introduction to Research Methods
Manager of Procurement for the Marketing Department
Holding Tonicorp
Guayaquil, Ecuador
02.2017 - 07.2017
Negotiated with local providers for publicity and promotional supplies.
Negotiated with Media producer companies to broadcast TV, digital and radio publicity.
Negotiated with hotels and venues to launch brand-related events.
Coordinated marketing and advertising contracts with the Coca-Cola Company (USA) and Tonicorp.
Managed decision making processes in strategic supplies.
Reported monthly and annual savings.
Senior Buyer Planner
Plásticos Ecuatorianos S.A.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
02.2016 - 01.2017
Negotiated and imported up to $1M in plastic resins monthly from the USA, China, Brasil, Korea, Italy and other countries.
Negotiated purchases of packaging material and complementary supplies with local providers.
Researched potential new vendors, evaluated their capabilities, and established relationships with approved vendors.
Prepared and presented reports on purchasing activities, savings achieved, and challenges faced to management.
Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.
Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock while minimizing excess.
Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and market demands.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure the best prices for materials and services.
Imports Coordinator
Plasticos Ecuatorianos S.A.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
02.2012 - 01.2016
Negotiated purchases of spare parts and machinery from the USA, Germany, Italy, China, and South America.
Managed shipment tracking information in computer system database.
Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws and procedures.
Conducted research on potential new suppliers abroad.
Analyzed data to identify areas for improvement within import process.
Developed and maintained relationships with overseas partners.
Negotiated pricing agreements with foreign suppliers.
Imports Assistant
Amcor Rigid Plastics Ecuador
Guayaquil, Ecuador
08.2010 - 09.2011
Elaborated purchase orders.
Purchased spare parts and machinery from the USA, Germany, and Italy.
Developed relationships with key contacts at port authorities to facilitate the smooth passage of cargo through customs.
Prepared shipping documents such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, airway bills and other related documents for international shipments.
Assisted in the coordination of import shipments, including documentation and customs clearance.
Operations Assistant
Felvenza S.A.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
01.2006 - 01.2008
Elaborated reports of surveyed containers.
Elaborated invoices for customers.
Oversaw surveyors' performance.
Elaborated weekly reports of exports by category.
Education
Master - Business Administration
Universidad de Especialidades Espíritu Santo
Guayaquil, Ecuador
01.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Trade
Profesora visitante at SciencesPo Paris; Universidad Libre de Berlin; Universidad de Ginebra; Universidad de Miami y otrasProfesora visitante at SciencesPo Paris; Universidad Libre de Berlin; Universidad de Ginebra; Universidad de Miami y otras
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