Meghan Fuentes
Whittier,CA
Summary
Versatile supply chain people leader with expertise in demand planning and procurement. Proven leader in optimizing inventory management and enhancing supplier relationships, resulting in improved operational performance. Skilled in ERP integration and driving process improvements to support business growth. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Demand Planning and Purchasing Supervisor - CA & HI
Reyes Beverage Group/Reyes Holdings
, USA
01.2020 - Current
- Led 9 supply chain planners to enhance forecast accuracy and performance across 18 business units in Southern California & Hawaii.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of products, including beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring comprehensive market coverage.
- Evaluated risks associated with supply chain disruptions and developed contingency plans accordingly.
- Analyzed sales performance and inventory status, generated reports, and proposed process changes to enhance Supply Chain Process Improvement initiatives.
- Build and maintain relationships with key cross-functional stakeholders to effectively carry out daily functions; work with Sales Inventory Operations and Planning teams to align on capacity vs. supply demands.
- Directed integration of new ERP system while restructuring team to align with evolving business needs during 2021-2022 and 2025.
- Developed and executed event management plans for planned and unplanned events, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation.
Purchasing Analyst/Supply Chain Planner II
Reyes Beverage Group/Reyes Holdings
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Coordinated with key stakeholders to ensure product availability during high demand and potential disruptions, minimizing stockouts.
- Managed supplier lead time, inventory levels, demand visibility, and forecasting to maintain optimal inventory while strengthening supply partner relationships.
- Managed supply levels to keep adequate inventory in stock while avoiding overstock or obsolete inventory.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with supplier executives nationwide to address and resolve supply chain issues, enhancing collaboration.
- Develops both short and long-term volume forecasting models working with senior members of the Management team at multiple locations
Buyer III
Bisco Industries
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Sourced, negotiated prices, and entered purchase orders for high-level military product lines.
- Managed logistics and forecasting to ensure product availability met customer demand.
- Ranked #1 or 42 out of 13 buyers in review of most profitable cost savings for the company for 3 consecutive years
- Resolved discrepancies in manufacturer certifications and QC flow down processes.
- Trained staff on AS9100 and ISO9001 standards to ensure compliance.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Organizational Leadership
Los Angeles Pacific University
01-2021
Barly Childhood Communication - 18 ECE Credentials (Preschool)
Rio Hondo College
01-2008
Skills
- Forecasting and demand planning
- End-to-end supply chain management
- Strategic procurement and sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Cost optimization strategies
- P&L management expertise
- Working capital management
- Supplier performance evaluation
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Procurement process enhancement
- Cross-functional leadership skills
- Organizational change management
- Process redesign initiatives
- Continuous improvement methodologies
- ERP implementation and integration
- Data-driven decision making
- Strategic planning capabilities
- Team leadership skills
- Effective communication techniques
- Collaboration strategies
- Stakeholder engagement practices
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Supplier negotiation tactics
- ERP system proficiency
- Inventory optimization techniques
Certification
- Cicerone Certified Beer Server, 02/01/17
- Quickbooks Certification [Intuit], 01/08
Timeline
Demand Planning and Purchasing Supervisor - CA & HI
Reyes Beverage Group/Reyes Holdings
01.2020 - Current
Purchasing Analyst/Supply Chain Planner II
Reyes Beverage Group/Reyes Holdings
01.2015 - 01.2020
Buyer III
Bisco Industries
01.2011 - 01.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Organizational Leadership
Los Angeles Pacific University
Barly Childhood Communication - 18 ECE Credentials (Preschool)
Rio Hondo College