NOE REYES
South Gate,CA
Summary
Dynamic Director of Procurement and Logistics with extensive experience in project management and vendor relationships. Expertise in developing compliant bid specifications and optimizing supply chain logistics, supporting significant infrastructure upgrades and fiscal accountability within educational environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Procurement and Logistics
Montebello Unified School District
Montebello, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Provide districtwide leadership in construction, modernization, procurement, and logistics, supporting over 30 educational sites.
- Collaborate with facilities, maintenance, and operations (M&O) divisions to plan and execute infrastructure upgrades, deferred maintenance, and modernization projects in compliance with DSA and OPSC.
- Lead cross-functional teams, managing contracts, materials, warehouse operations, and supply chain logistics for custodial, grounds, and capital improvement projects.
- Develop bid specifications and contracts for public works, services, and material agreements, ensuring compliance with state and federal codes.
- Serve as a liaison between the District and external partners, including architects, engineers, city planners, and regulatory agencies.
- Monitor budgets, expenditures, and forecasts to maintain fiscal accountability and transparency.
- Collaborated with department heads to forecast needs and align procurement strategies.
- Implemented inventory management systems to streamline supply chain operations.
- Trained staff on procurement best practices and compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities for the school district's budget.
- Researched new sources of supply to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Coordinated the development of tender documents including specifications, conditions of contract.
- Prepared purchase orders based on approved requisitions and negotiated terms with suppliers.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchases including invoices, contracts, warranties.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods and services.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery and quality control of products.
- Established budget guidelines for departmental purchases while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Directed the selection, evaluation, and negotiation process for vendors and suppliers.
- Liaised with external stakeholders such as regulators, auditors or customers regarding matters related to procurement activities.
Senior Facility Supervisor
Univar Solutions
Carson, CA
02.2017 - 01.2021
- Directed daily operations and compliance programs for distribution and chemical handling facilities.
- Oversaw facility inspections, retrofits, and environmental compliance with EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations.
- Supervised daily operations and maintenance of facility equipment and systems.
- Coordinated safety inspections and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed budgets, preventive maintenance schedules, and corrective repairs to enhance operational safety.
- Supervised multidisciplinary teams in grounds, custodial, and warehouse functions.
- Led evaluations of contractor performance and implemented initiatives that reduced incidents by 30%.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply chain logistics for operational efficiency.
- Managed facility staff scheduling and training programs for team development.
- Conducted regular facility audits to maintain high operational standards.
- Developed maintenance plans to ensure reliability of facility infrastructure.
- Supervised staff members responsible for cleaning, security, landscaping, and general facility upkeep.
- Maintained inventory records of tools, supplies, materials, and equipment used in the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility to identify potential safety hazards or needed repairs.
- Initiated purchase orders for parts, supplies, equipment, and furniture as needed by the organization.
- Coordinated maintenance activities, including scheduling and supervising contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Provided training to staff on proper safety protocols and operating procedures.
- Assisted in developing strategies for improving operational efficiency while reducing costs associated with managing a facility.
- Established procedures for responding to emergency situations such as fire alarms or medical emergencies.
- Implemented energy conservation measures throughout the facility to reduce utility costs.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to building operations.
- Managed budgets by tracking spending on repairs and other services.
- Developed preventive maintenance plans for the facility and equipment.
- Collaborated with vendors to ensure quality service delivery at competitive prices.
- Scheduled periodic tests of fire suppression systems according to local codes and regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding building services or facilities issues in a timely manner.
- Handled maintenance and repair demands by preparing schedules and delegating assignments to team members.
- Tracked inventory of cleaning products and materials to maintain optimum supply levels.
- Oversaw vendor-provided building, janitorial, pest control and landscaping services.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
Storekeeper
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Los Angeles, CA
09.2007 - 08.2017
- Supported fleet and facilities maintenance through the procurement, stocking, and distribution of parts and building materials.
- Collaborated with facilities engineering and maintenance crews to ensure project materials availability and timely work order completion.
- Developed systems for tracking asset inventory and preventive maintenance cycles using ERP tools.
- Assisted in managing vendor compliance, hazardous materials storage, and OSHA safety documentation.
- Managed inventory levels for materials and supplies at transportation facilities.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport goods safely within the warehouse.
- Recorded incoming shipments and verified contents against purchase orders accurately.
- Coordinated with vendors to schedule deliveries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Conducted regular stock audits to ensure accurate inventory records were maintained.
- Monitored stock levels to identify shortages or overages in inventory items.
- Received delivery of incoming materials to reconcile purchase orders.
- Verified inventory computations' accuracy by comparing to physical counts of stock.
- Determined quantities of stock needed to replenish departments' supplies.
- Organized shelves, racks, bins, cases, drawers and other areas within the storeroom.
- Processed invoices accurately and promptly after receiving goods from suppliers.
- Prepared purchase orders for requested materials according to established procedures.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of goods and services.
- Tracked orders through the entire supply chain process from acquisition to delivery.
- Created an efficient system of tracking orders throughout the supply chain.
- Monitored regional inventory levels, identified discrepancies, and adjusted supply chain processes accordingly.
- Monitored quality control standards throughout the supply chain process.
- Utilized logistics software to optimize supply chain processes and improve efficiency.
- Monitored and tracked parts inventory levels for efficient supply chain management.
Fleet Maintenance and Facility Supervisor
Lincoln Heights Chamber of Commerce
Los Angeles, CA
03.2004 - 12.2009
- Inspects all work in progress, and completed projects.
- Perform remedial diagnostics and troubleshooting on transit-related or automotive systems.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance inspections of automotive systems, repair minor problems, and complete written form documentation of defects repaired and/or needing repairs.
- Develop annual maintenance budgets, and ensure contracts and projects are completed within approved budgets.
- Supervise daily practices of warehousing, customer support, and coordinate the storage of hazardous materials and applicable environmental regulations.
- Develop and revise procedures for warehouse personnel.
- Interpret and apply state and federal laws pertaining to OSHA, and the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
- Use computerized recordkeeping systems for material inventories, such as bus and truck parts.
- Coordinate special storeroom projects.
- Analyzing bids, conferring with vendors, preparing technical memoranda, reports, and documents.
- Plan, develop, and train warehouse staff.
- Resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Preventive maintenance on equipment, and tracking automated and manual materials.
- Managed intercompany material transfers across program repair facilities, and monitored them through pick, inspect, pack, and ship processes.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines.
- Developed, wrote, and maintained a detailed troubleshooting guide and knowledge base for use by other service desk staff and field service staff.
- Completed monthly operational reviews to check budget compliance and identify areas in need of adjustment.
- Developed cost savings and new solutions to existing problems through persistent research and innovation.
Education
Master of Science - School Business Leadership
Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA12.2019
Associate of Science - Electronic Communications
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA09.2019
Skills
- Budget administration
- Contracts administration
- Project management
- Inventory management
- Materials management
- Warehousing management
- Fleet maintenance
- SAP, WMS, ERP, FMS, Outlook, and Microsoft systems
- Preventive maintenance programs
- Supply chain logistics
- Safety inspections
- Maintenance & repair
- Contract negotiation
- Regulatory compliance
- Vendor management
- Bid process management
- Procurement planning
- Contract monitoring
- Construction oversight
- Facilities maintenance
- Infrastructure management
Timeline
Director of Procurement and Logistics
Montebello Unified School District
01.2021 - Current
Senior Facility Supervisor
Univar Solutions
02.2017 - 01.2021
Storekeeper
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
09.2007 - 08.2017
Fleet Maintenance and Facility Supervisor
Lincoln Heights Chamber of Commerce
03.2004 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of La Verne
Associate of Science - Electronic Communications
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Master of Science - School Business Leadership
Wilkes University