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Melissa Magallanes

Corona,CA

Summary

Results-driven buyer with a hands-on approach and a track record of delivering exceptional outcomes. Known for increasing productivity and efficiency in fast-paced manufacturing environments. Experienced in materials management, purchasing, and inventory control, with a strong ability to optimize supply chain operations.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Agent

SMS Fabrications, Inc.
02.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
  • Oversee inventory and shop supplies to enable rapid job completion.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records to comply with ISO 9001 certification
  • Aided estimators with pricing material and external services for new quotes.
  • Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
  • Evaluated end-of-job costings to maintain precise data and profitable outcomes.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.

Production Planning Manager

Premier Mounts
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Company Overview: Manufacturer of mounting solutions for A/V industry
  • Developed daily production schedules aligned with customer delivery deadlines.
  • Manage job suggestions & create new jobs
  • Supervise manufacturing and assembly operations to ensure timely job completion.
  • Move in/out jobs as needed based on priorities
  • Responsible for on time delivery of customer orders
  • Collaborated with process engineering for prompt release of custom jobs.
  • Evaluated shop workload, modified employee schedules and requested temporary help as needed.
  • Work closely with manufacturing and assembly personnel on any quality issues
  • Managed three direct reports along with overseeing all manufacturing personnel.

Purchasing Manager

M & R Engineering
06.2016 - 09.2017
  • Company Overview: Manufacturer of precision machined parts
  • Ensured material availability for quick turn jobs by implementing standard bar stock sizes and grades.
  • Purchase all materials, MRO supplies, equipment, tooling & manage VMI programs
  • Work closely with engineers to process all customer quote requests
  • Oversaw supplier partnerships.
  • Evaluate and authorize new vendors
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records to comply with ISO 9001 & AS9100 standards.

Purchasing & Materials Manager

Enviroguard
10.2014 - 04.2016
  • Company Overview: Battery spill containment, safety supplies & battery rack supplier
  • Coordinated outsourced fabrication processes for battery storage and containment solutions.
  • Evaluated and approved supplier partnerships.
  • Coordinated with sales department to efficiently plan jobs.
  • Arrange schedule for products undergoing third-party treatment.
  • Provided direct support to President and Vice President.

Buyer

Precision Waterjet & Laser
10.2013 - 06.2014
  • Company Overview: Waterjet & laser cutting services, job shop
  • Process all purchase requisitions, materials, MRO, supplies
  • Execute lean manufacturing procedures
  • Work closely with Production Control to schedule jobs
  • Schedule product for outside processing
  • Direct support to President
  • (9 months)

Purchasing Manager

Lockridge Tool
09.2012 - 10.2013
  • Company Overview: A supplier of sheet metal fabrications and stampings
  • Process all purchase requisitions, materials, MRO, supplies
  • Select and approve new suppliers
  • Execute lean manufacturing procedures
  • Manage & negotiate monthly steel and aluminum contracts
  • Manage hardware VMI program
  • Work closely with Production Control to schedule jobs
  • Process rejected material and work with quality and supplier to final disposition
  • Work with Accounts Payable on addressing invoicing issues
  • Schedule product and preparation for outside processing
  • Perform RFQ submission and review material, packaging and freight bids
  • Status checks on pending back orders and Inventory reduction
  • Direct support to President
  • (1 year2 months)

Purchasing Agent

R.B. Dwyer Group
01.2011 - 02.2012
  • Managed sourcing and scheduling for upwards of 32 containers on a weekly basis.
  • Collaborated with international teams to oversee and rank order priorities.
  • Monitored supply trends and established precise reorder points.
  • Coordinated transfer truck schedules for various warehouses.
  • Coordinated efforts across sales and customer service teams for every custom product.
  • Maximized cost-efficiency through strategic supplier communications and lead time evaluations.
  • Coordinated resolution processes for defective items with international stakeholders.
  • Drove a 25% decrease in corrugated costs during the initial month of employment.
  • Achieved greater discounts through strategic negotiations with transport providers.

Purchasing Manager

United Memorial Products
08.2006 - 11.2009
  • Company Overview: Manufacturer of custom granite memorials and burial vaults
  • Negotiated and coordinated importation of caskets, urns, granite, and bronze.
  • Processed purchase orders for custom granite monuments and standard stock sizes.
  • Coordinated with international teams to oversee granite order processes.
  • Prepared reports outlining late orders and communicating issues to sales manager.
  • Secured optimal freight rates through effective negotiations.
  • Provided freight rate quotes to customer service
  • Managed export operations to suppliers in China, Philippines, and Australia.
  • Verified damage-based credits through efficient overseas collaboration.
  • Maintained detailed spreadsheet of damaged goods for quick reference.
  • Directed team of three warehouse employees.
  • Oversaw activities of purchasing aide to ensure workflow efficiency.
  • Assessed and authorized new supplier relationships.
  • Implement lean manufacturing methods.
  • Directed recruitment process for prospective employees.

Senior Buyer

Bazz Houston Co
10.2004 - 07.2006
  • Company Overview: Manufacturer of springs, metal stampings, wire forms, tooling
  • Processed all purchase requisitions, materials, MRO, supplies
  • Assist engineering on large quote packages
  • Work closely with Production Control to schedule all jobs
  • Negotiate and maintain blanket purchase orders to ensure a continuous supply at the most economical price
  • Negotiate and maintain all annual service contracts
  • Select and approve new suppliers including site audits and quality procedure processes
  • Expedite, ensure order receipt accuracy, follow up to ensure JIT delivery
  • Execute lean manufacturing procedures
  • Proficient in understanding and reacting to MRP requirements
  • Direct support to Mexico operation
  • Verified lead-times & reviewed pricing from approved suppliers
  • Process rejected material and work with quality and supplier to final disposition
  • Managed shipping & receiving department

Education

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U.C.
Riverside

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Reducing Costs and Inventory
  • JIT
  • MRP
  • Multi Task
  • Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Works well under pressure
  • Integrating new suppliers
  • ISO 9001
  • AS 9100
  • ITAR

Links

linkedin.com/in/melissa-magallanes-3a466437

Timeline

Purchasing Agent

SMS Fabrications, Inc.
02.2023 - Current

Production Planning Manager

Premier Mounts
09.2017 - 04.2018

Purchasing Manager

M & R Engineering
06.2016 - 09.2017

Purchasing & Materials Manager

Enviroguard
10.2014 - 04.2016

Buyer

Precision Waterjet & Laser
10.2013 - 06.2014

Purchasing Manager

Lockridge Tool
09.2012 - 10.2013

Purchasing Agent

R.B. Dwyer Group
01.2011 - 02.2012

Purchasing Manager

United Memorial Products
08.2006 - 11.2009

Senior Buyer

Bazz Houston Co
10.2004 - 07.2006

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