Ludim Acosta Chenoweth
Sunnyvale,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Supply Chain professional with more than 11 years of experience leading global supply chain operations, procurement strategies, and cross-functional projects. Recognized for achieving measurable results in cost reduction, risk management, and operational excellence. Strong ability to manage strategic sourcing initiatives, develop roadmaps for global supply chain integration, and lead multicultural teams in fast-paced environments. Adept at stakeholder engagement, supplier relationship management, and building scalable supply chain systems. Passionate about driving continuous improvement, leveraging ERP/MRP tools, and mentoring teams toward professional excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Category Manager
Viant Medical
Sunnyvale, California
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Support Viant’s customers through the development of a strategic supply base focused on quality, cost, and service.
- Follow all cGMP and SOPs to ensure FDA and ISO compliance.
- Provide market intelligence (pricing trends, competitor threats, supplier transactions) to stakeholders and executives.
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert in market and fabrication processes within assigned commodity categories.
- Establish and manage contracts with key suppliers to ensure supply continuity and price stability.
- Negotiate favorable commercial terms with both strategic and non-strategic suppliers.
- Conduct Supplier Business Reviews to evaluate performance, price history, and quality.
- Identify cost reduction opportunities using should-cost modeling and implement pricing programs.
- Support cost and supply programs from inception to implementation ensuring results are achieved.
- Provide escalation support to Viant sites to resolve supply gaps, address quality issues, and enhance performance.
- Create sourcing strategies that support customers from New Product Introduction through product retirement.
- Establish contracts enabling inventory flexibility through Kanban, consignment, and JIT methods.
- Collaborate with customers to drive improvements via alternative sourcing and collaborative pricing programs.
- Mentor and coach sourcing, procurement team members to enhance capability.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Strategic Supply Chain Manager
DJO Global
Sunnyvale, California
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Develop and implement global supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to integrate procurement, logistics, and operations systems across multiple business units.
- Establish risk management frameworks to mitigate supply disruptions and ensure business continuity.
- Deliver measurable cost savings through supplier negotiations, contract renewals, and freight optimization.
- Partner with executive leadership to ensure alignment of supply chain initiatives with corporate strategy.
- Mentor and coach team members to promote professional development and organizational growth.
Strategic Supply Chain Coordinator
Viant Medical
Sunnyvale, California
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed and implemented global supply chain strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
- Led cross-functional initiatives to integrate procurement, logistics, and operations systems across multiple business units.
- Established risk management frameworks to mitigate supply disruptions and ensure business continuity.
- Delivered measurable cost savings through supplier negotiations, contract renewals, and freight optimization.
- Partnered with executive leadership to align supply chain initiatives with corporate strategy.
- Mentored and coached team members to support professional development and drive organizational growth.
Purchasing Superintendent
Viant Medical
Tijuana, Baja California, MX
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Led procurement activities for the transfer of a production line from the USA to Mexico.
- Negotiated supplier agreements for raw materials, MRO, and equipment purchases.
- Achieved PPV (Purchase Price Variance) goals through cost-saving initiatives and strategic supplier negotiations.
- Established purchasing procedures and ensured compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations.
Education
MBA - International Business
Univ UNIDEP
Mexicp01-1991
Skills
Supply chain optimization
Global procurement strategy
Cost reduction strategies
Supplier relationship management
Risk assessment and mitigation
Cross-functional collaboration
Project leadership
Continuous improvement methodologies
ERP and MRP systems
KPI development and monitoring
Contract negotiation
Inventory management
Logistics optimization
Timeline
Sourcing Category Manager
Viant Medical
01.2023 - 12.2024
Strategic Supply Chain Manager
DJO Global
07.2019 - 01.2023
Strategic Supply Chain Coordinator
Viant Medical
11.2018 - 07.2019
Purchasing Superintendent
Viant Medical
09.2017 - 11.2018
MBA - International Business
Univ UNIDEP