Melissa Ochoa
Corona,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional skilled in project planning and cross-functional team coordination. Known for attention to detail and multi-tasking strengths, consistently delivering projects on time while enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
QCP (Quickcrete Products)
Norco, CA
08.2024 - 04.2026
- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables across cross-functional teams to ensure alignment.
- Developed project plans utilizing Agile methodologies to enhance team efficiency.
- Facilitated problem-solving sessions to address project challenges and implement effective solutions.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
Purchasing Buyer
Rapid Manufacturing
Anaheim, CA
03.2021 - 07.2024
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and reduce excess waste.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product specifications were met, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Resolved procurement challenges, leveraging strong problem-solving skills and in depth knowledge of supply market.
Production Supervisor
Optimum Pool Technologies
Boise, ID
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Led team of production staff, fostering collaboration and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased overall productivity.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations and job-specific tasks.
- Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.
- Developed production schedules to optimize resource allocation and meet project deadlines.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Riverside
Riverside, CA05.2022
Skills
- Project planning and development
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Multi-tasking strength
- Negotiation
- Materials sourcing
- Enterprise Resource Planning ERP
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager
QCP (Quickcrete Products)
08.2024 - 04.2026
Purchasing Buyer
Rapid Manufacturing
03.2021 - 07.2024
Production Supervisor
Optimum Pool Technologies
08.2019 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Riverside