María Elena Hernandez Soberano
Becton Dickinson (BD - BARD)
Pleasantville,NY
Summary
Supply Chain Professional with over a decade of experience in procurement, ERP systems, and supplier relationship management, including at Becton Dickinson recognized for building strong supplier relationships, negotiating competitive terms, and ensuring on‑time delivery of quality materials. Collaborative, adaptable, and consistently able to deliver results while working independently with minimal supervision.
2
Languages
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
6 Years 3 Months- Released and managed purchase orders, ensuring full compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Led supplier negotiations for cost increases/decreases, securing competitive pricing and long‑term value.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with suppliers in Mexico, the United States, and overseas to ensure continuity and quality supply.
- Conducted escalation meetings daily/weekly/monthly with supplier meetings to prevent disruptions and improve delivery performance.
- Resolved delivery delays, quality issues, and invoice discrepancies in coordination with AP and Quality teams.
- Achieved cost savings through bulk‑purchase agreements and strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Managed PPV tracking and cost‑reduction projects to support financial targets.
- Supported end‑of‑life (EOL) transitions and alternative‑supplier planning.
- Reviewed MRP daily to identify current and future production impacts and adjust procurement plans.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock, updating parameters (safety stock, MOQ, lead time).
- Prepared and analyzed purchasing and inventory trend reports to support forecasting accuracy.
- Worked with VMI/consignment programs to optimize stock availability.
- Coordinated with Quality Control to manage rejected materials and initiate supplier corrective actions (CAPA, RMA etc)
- Followed up on logistics processes with carriers and transport providers, including air‑freight monitoring.
- Managed a diverse product portfolio, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior buyers in procurement processes and negotiation techniques.
Planner / Buyer
5 Years 2 Months- Expedite and Logistic Process
- Purchase Order Management
- Supplier Forecast Management
- Supplier Management
- Escalation Process
- Inventory Report Management
- Excess and Obsolete Material Management
- NPI Projects
- Analysis of Prices (Contracts), Payment terms and Incoterms.
- Analysis and implementation of Supplier switch demand.
- Production Plan Planning (Work Orders release, cancellation and adjustments)
- Follow up to the production plan
- Production Daily Meetings
- Kaizen Production Events
- Sourcing Management and Supplier Contract revisions.
Supplier Scheduler
2 Years 2 Months- Managed supplier releases, EDI transmissions, and confirmation analysis
- Coordinated raw material importation and resolved logistics issues
- Analyzed Diamond Reports (shortages, over‑shipments, liability)
- Maintained inventory levels and executed corrective actions for excess/obsolete stock
- Strengthened supplier relationships and managed forecasts
- Prepared inventory reports and aligned supply needs with cross‑functional teams
- Led purchase order management and supported NPI projects
- Analyzed pricing, contracts, payment terms, and Incoterms
- Resolved invoice discrepancies using SAP
- Implemented supplier demand switches to stabilize supply
Education
Bachelor Degree - Administrator Industrial Engineering
Professional Skills
- Supplier negotiation & relationship management
- Purchase order management & issue resolution
- Inventory control & demand forecasting
- Category management experience in Resins, Silicones, Colorants and Chemicals
- Time management in fast‑paced manufacturing environments
- Cross‑functional collaboration (Planning, Production, Quality, Logistics, Finance)
- Strategic decision‑making & problem‑solving
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Adaptability to changing priorities (NPI/EOL)
- High attention to detail & independent work capability
Technical Skills
- AS400, QAD, MFG Pro, Oracle - JD Edwards, SAP (invoice resolution)
- Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
- Supplier Portals & Procurement Platforms
- Logistics & Import Tools (air‑freight, EDI, Incoterms)
- Inventory and MRP Management (MOQ, safety stock, lead time)
- Forecasting & Demand Planning (MRP, NPI, EOL)
- Cost & Contract Analysis (PPV, Pricing)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Salary Expectation
Open to negotiation
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Becton Dickinson (BD - BARD)
06.2019 - 09.2025
Planner / Buyer
Leroy Somer Nidec
03.2014 - 05.2019
Supplier Scheduler
Johnson Controls Automotive
01.2012 - 03.2014
Universidad Tamaulipeca (UT)
Bachelor Degree from Administrator Industrial Engineering