Moses Fajardo
El Paso
Summary
Operations and procurement professional with 10+ years of experience across multinational corporations and entrepreneurial leadership. Proven expertise in supplier sourcing, cost optimization, contract negotiation, and supply-chain strategy. Strong track record of implementing procurement processes, managing vendor relationships, and driving cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery performance. Experienced in bridging corporate methodologies with hands-on execution in fast-paced manufacturing and service environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations General Manager
Allied Fencing
El Paso
01.2026 - Current
- Lead cross-functional team of 10-15 employees, ensuring projects meet budget, timeline, and quality targets.
- Lead daily operations for commercial and industrial fencing projects, coordinating field crews, purchasing materials, and timelines to ensure on-time project completion.
- Supervise installation teams (crew leads and installers), assigning workloads, monitoring productivity, and enforcing safety standards on job sites.
- Manage/Purchase supply material planning and logistics, ensuring availability of supplies and minimizing downtime across multiple concurrent projects.
- Coordinate with Customers, Project Managers, Estimators, etc to align execution with project specifications and deadlines.
- Monitor labor efficiency and job progress, identifying bottlenecks and implementing corrective actions to maintain performance targets.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and jobsite protocols, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Support cost control efforts by optimizing labor allocation and reducing material waste to meet budget.
- Currently at Allied Fencing, I am actively involved in fostering a Lean culture by helping improve processes, reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across daily operations.
Operations & Production Director (Owner)
Inbox SIGNS
Cd. Juárez
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Oversaw end-to-end production and delivery of custom signage projects, including manufacturing coordination, material sourcing, and installation planning.
- Managed workflow between areas (Sales, Design, Production, and Installation) to ensure efficient project execution and on-time delivery.
- Implemented process improvements to standardize production steps, reduce rework, and increase overall operational efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory control and procurement of materials (aluminum, acrylic, LED components), ensuring optimal stock levels and cost efficiency.
- Supervised production staff and installers, assigning tasks and monitoring quality standards.
- Maintained communication with clients and internal teams to ensure alignment on specifications, timelines, and expectations.
- Developed internal tracking systems (Monday.com / ERP tools) to monitor project status, resource allocation, and performance metrics.
- Established a functional business in a record time of 3 years. Trained and Assigned personnel to areas as the business grew.
- Business still operating under 3 assigned managers with none of my personal intervention.
- Exited the business with a soft transition.
Operations & Supply Chain Manager (Owner)
CellPhone MX
Cd Juarez
08.2017 - 12.2025
- Built the company from a two-person startup into a structured operation with one warehouse, two retail locations, and an online platform, employing 21 people and generating consistent seven-figure gross sales annually.
- Designed and led the full supply chain cycle (Purchasing, Technicians, Logistics and Sales) with strong focus on forecasting and FIFO inventory control.
- Implemented internal systems and automation using Monday.com, ERPNext, AppSheet, and Excel, creating a digital ecosystem for real-time tracking of performance and profitability.
- Managed shipping and logistics operations, including packaging, dispatch, and delivery coordination.
- Implemented process improvements for repair workflows, inventory tracking, and order fulfillment.
- Spearheaded continuous-improvement programs and data-driven dashboards to optimize purchasing and cost efficiency.
- During 2020–2021 Covid 19, achieved a 250 % increase in total sales across online and in-store channels after years of preparation, system development, and process alignment.
- Scaled operations from nothing to up to 21 employees, 1 warehouse and 3 active sales points with $1,080,000 USD in annual gross sales.
- Positioned the company 1 year ahead of competitors thru early adoption of automation and digital management tools.
Supply Chain / Production Planner
Helen of Troy
El Paso
03.2014 - 08.2017
- Coordinated end-to-end production schedules with factories in China for brands like Revlon, Karina, Toni & Guy, etc, and ensured on-time delivery to major U.S. retailers.
- Managed MOQ planning, procurement, shipment consolidation, and customs documentation to maintain a smooth supply-chain flow.
- Oversaw demand and production forecasting, ensuring proper balance between manufacturing capacity and market requirements.
- Worked with Sales, Marketing and Operations teams to analyze new product implementation, purchasing trends, stock coverage, and cost efficiency.
- Supported the Oracle ERP implementation phase, partnering with IT to validate system accuracy and algorithms. Suggested and implemented reporting dashboards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams across the U.S., Mexico, and Asia to mitigate delays and meet quarterly targets.
- I was part of a team that was assigned to Optimize/Reduce total inventory costs. All combined dramatically achieved a 30% reduction in a period of 12 months, optimizing cash flow and warehouse utilization without affecting negatively stock availability.
- Negotiated and Lowered MOQs with suppliers for multiple SKUs to prevent overproduction and obsolescence.
- Improved forecast accuracy and lead-time reliability through supplier alignment.
Worldwide Supply Chain Coordinator
Lexmark International
Cd Juarez
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Managed global supply-chain operations across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM, coordinating production plans and customer deliveries.
- Maintained and optimized SAP and KANBAN systems for order management and inventory tracking.
- Supported the World-Wide Supply Planning team in creating daily and weekly production schedules aligned with factory capacity and regional demand.
- Coordinated cross-border logistics for air, ocean, and ground shipments, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with corporate standards.
- Analyzed sales forecasts and NPIS reports to recommend corrective actions and prevent supply gaps.
- Participated in corporate Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Improved on-time delivery by 26 % and reduced expedited freight costs.
- Strengthened global visibility and coordination across multiple manufacturing regions.
- Gained experience in large-scale supply-chain planning within an international corporate environment.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechatronic Engineering
Universidad Tecnológica de Ciudad Juárez
Ciudad Juárez, MéxicoSkills
- Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Cost Reduction & TCO Optimization
- Contract Negotiation
- Procurement Process Design
- Inventory & Demand Planning (MRP, S&OP)
- Cross-functional Leadership
- ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Mondaycom)
- Continuous Improvement (Lean)
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Operations General Manager
Allied Fencing
01.2026 - Current
Operations & Production Director (Owner)
Inbox SIGNS
01.2022 - 12.2025
Operations & Supply Chain Manager (Owner)
CellPhone MX
08.2017 - 12.2025
Supply Chain / Production Planner
Helen of Troy
03.2014 - 08.2017
Worldwide Supply Chain Coordinator
Lexmark International
09.2012 - 03.2014
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechatronic Engineering
Universidad Tecnológica de Ciudad Juárez