LYDIA GALARZA
Aurora,IL
Summary
Spearheaded production planning and procurement strategies, leveraging 15+ years of expertise in supply chain management and logistics.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Planner / Buyer
NTN Bearing
Elgin, IL
02.2024 - Current
- Lead planning and procurement activities to support production schedules and customer demands.
- Source and purchase raw materials based on MRP and demand forecasts, ensuring supply continuity.
- Analyze BOMs and inventory levels to generate accurate purchase orders.
- Collaborate with suppliers to monitor lead times, pricing, and delivery schedules.
- Oversee cycle count accuracy and coordinate with inventory teams on replenishment planning.
Production Planner / Buyer
G&W Electric
Bolingbrook, IL
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed production plans and issued purchase orders to meet production and delivery targets.
- Coordinated with engineering and vendors on new product rollouts and material readiness.
- Managed supplier communications, ensuring timely material receipts and resolving delivery issues.
- Monitored open orders and adjusted procurement plans based on capacity and demand shifts.
Logistics Planner / Buyer
Spraying Systems Co.
Glendale Heights, IL
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Planned and purchased raw materials, components, and packaging supplies to support manufacturing.
- Reviewed material forecasts and adjusted purchase orders accordingly to avoid shortages.
- Worked closely with suppliers to confirm order details, pricing, and resolve discrepancies.
- Managed interplant logistics and coordinated international shipments with procurement schedules.
CMS Planner / Buyer
Chemring Energetic Devices
Downers Grove, IL
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Created and executed purchasing strategies to support production goals and minimize stockouts.
- Issued purchase orders, followed up on deliveries, and maintained updated supplier records.
- Monitored raw material inventory levels and initiated replenishment based on lead time and usage.
- Collaborated with production and quality teams to verify incoming material specifications.
Logistics Planning Analyst / Production Scheduler
Caterpillar Inc.
Aurora, IL
08.2008 - 05.2017
- Scheduled production and supported procurement of components across multiple manufacturing cells.
- Managed vendor PO releases and ensured availability of parts for scheduled builds.
- Adjusted planning and procurement based on changes in production needs and order priorities.
- Coordinated with purchasing and engineering to resolve part availability and supply chain issues.
Education
Business Computer Applications Program - undefined
Waubonsee Community College
Aurora, ILSupply Chain Management
Waubonsee Community College
Aurora, ILundefined
First Institute Inc.
North Aurora, ILHigh School Diploma - undefined
East Aurora High School
Aurora, IL01.2000
Skills
Procurement & Purchasing
ERP/MRP Systems (SAP)
Forecasting & Inventory Management
Raw Material Planning
Vendor Negotiation
Production Scheduling
Data Analysis & Process Improvement
Microsoft Excel, Word
Bilingual: English / Spanish
Certification
- Supply Chain Certification
- CPR Certified
- CNA
- Valid Driver’s License
Core Competencies
- Production & Material Planning
- Raw Material & Component Purchasing
- Vendor Relationship Management
- ERP & MRP Systems (SAP)
- Inventory Control & Forecasting
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Procurement Strategy & Cost Control
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
Timeline
Production Planner / Buyer
NTN Bearing
02.2024 - Current
Production Planner / Buyer
G&W Electric
02.2023 - 02.2024
Logistics Planner / Buyer
Spraying Systems Co.
02.2019 - 10.2022
CMS Planner / Buyer
Chemring Energetic Devices
05.2017 - 02.2019
Logistics Planning Analyst / Production Scheduler
Caterpillar Inc.
08.2008 - 05.2017
Business Computer Applications Program - undefined
Waubonsee Community College
Supply Chain Management
Waubonsee Community College
undefined
First Institute Inc.
High School Diploma - undefined
East Aurora High School