Miguel Barragan
CALEXICO,CA
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain Planner and Buyer with extensive experience in procurement, materials planning, and supplier coordination within fast-paced manufacturing environments. Proven ability to ensure product availability, balance competing priorities, and collaborate cross-functionally to meet production and commercial commitments. Recognized for ownership, urgency, and strong communication. Continuously expanding scope in finished goods planning, market awareness, and end-to-end supply chain execution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Planner / Buyer
Gowan
Yuma, AZ
03.2020 - Current
- Lead procurement and supply planning for packaging materials and selected finished goods across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites.
- Own purchase order execution, supplier communication, confirmations, and on-time delivery follow-up.
- Ensure material readiness to support production schedules and customer demand.
- Serve as key liaison between suppliers, operations, customer service, marketing, regulatory, and logistics teams.
- Evaluate priorities, expedite critical items, and proactively mitigate supply risks.
- Increase inbound visibility through tracking, reporting, and documentation validation.
- Reconcile receiving discrepancies and drive alignment between suppliers and warehouse records.
- Recognized for reliability, accountability, and collaborative performance in high-urgency situations.
Production Control Planner
Associated Materials (Alside Windows)
Yuma, AZ
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Reviewed demand and supply plans to prevent back orders and production interruptions.
- Maintained close communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Managed scrap reporting and replacement materials.
- Prepared labor and performance reports for plant leadership.
- Updated and maintained standard operating procedures.
Production Supervisor
Fluid Edge
Yuma, AZ
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Executed daily production plans and monitored work orders.
- Led material handling, training, audits, and 5S initiatives.
- Developed performance and quality improvement actions.
Product Development Engineer II
Haemonetics
Tijuana, BC
12.2015 - 08.2016
- Member of global UDI compliance initiative.
- Updated manufacturing documentation, drawings, labels, and specifications.
- Coordinated sterilization tests, ECOs, and PFMEA activities.
Team Leader I
UTC Aerospace
Mexicali, BC
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Supported product transfer and workforce qualification.
- Managed training matrices and certification tracking.
- Participated in project reviews with leadership.
Production Supervisor
Honeywell
Mexicali, BC
09.2011 - 05.2015
- Supervised machining and welding teams.
- Led Kaizen activities and productivity improvements.
- Managed safety, quality, and output metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Autónoma De Baja California
Mexicali, BC01-2008
Accomplishments
Six Sigma Green Belt
Shining Star Award – Haemonetics (2016)
Kaizen representative – Honeywell global event
Champion of Change recognition
Multiple continuous improvement awards
Achievements & Certifications
Six Sigma Green Belt
Shining Star Award – Haemonetics (2016)
Kaizen representative – Honeywell global event
Champion of Change recognition
Multiple continuous improvement awards
Timeline
Supply Chain Planner / Buyer
Gowan
03.2020 - Current
Production Control Planner
Associated Materials (Alside Windows)
04.2017 - 03.2020
Production Supervisor
Fluid Edge
09.2016 - 04.2017
Product Development Engineer II
Haemonetics
12.2015 - 08.2016
Team Leader I
UTC Aerospace
06.2015 - 11.2015
Production Supervisor
Honeywell
09.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Autónoma De Baja California