Ricardo Gonzales
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Operations and product change management professional with over 5 years of experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and engineering-driven change initiatives within high-volume production environments. Proven success coordinating cross-functional teams to implement product and material changes, manage BOM and specification updates, optimize inventory readiness, and improve operational efficiency. Experienced evaluating the impacts of engineering modifications on materials, logistics flow, production schedules, and inventory performance. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and collaboration across manufacturing, quality, procurement, and engineering organizations. Fluent in English and Spanish.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Change Management Coordinator
International Motor
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinated engineering and product change implementation activities across manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and logistics functions to ensure successful production readiness.
- Assessed impacts of proposed product changes on materials, inventory, logistics flow, production schedules, and operational costs to inform decision-making.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate implementation risks and develop action plans that minimize disruption to production operations.
- Coordinated material readiness and inventory disposition plans to support launch and transition activities for new and revised products, ensuring seamless integration.
- Identified implementation issues and process deviations, implementing corrective actions and fostering continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain BOMs, specifications, drawings, and revision documentation within PLM and ERP systems, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
- Facilitate communication among engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure successful execution of change programs.
Supply Chain Associate 3
International Motor
06.2023 - 09.2025
- Analyzed demand patterns and adjusted reorder points to optimize inventory flow.
- Utilized forecasting tools and system reports to maintain efficient inventory levels and prevent shortages or overstock.
- Optimized stock levels using forecasting and demand analysis, reducing shortages and supporting efficient manufacturing operations.
- Aligned inventory availability with project milestones and product update schedules to support production timelines.
- Coordinated inventory readiness during product changes, ensuring availability of necessary parts and materials.
- Managed inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock level monitoring, and discrepancy resolution.
- Collaborated with warehouse and logistics teams to streamline inventory distribution and reduce delays.
- Collaborated with warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing teams to improve material movement efficiency and reduce operational delays.
- Supported production readiness for engineering changes through inventory planning, material flow coordination, and implementation tracking.
Supply Chain Team Member I
International Motor
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Strengthened change management by improving forecasting and inventory sequencing, facilitating timely product availability.
- Ensured smooth production transitions with precise logistics and warehouse coordination.
- Collaborated with teams to ensure accurate product changes by organizing materials and resources for seamless transitions.
- Contributed to strategy integration across departments to enhance change implementation.
Parts Department Manager
Maverick of Texas Construction
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed purchasing and vendor relations to maintain responsive inventory levels and meet demand.
- Identified and sourced replacement parts aligned with equipment changes to ensure operational continuity.
- Documented inventory and supported product modifications through organized recordkeeping.
- Planned delivery routes to effectively adapt to changing operational requirements and enhance service delivery.
- Enforced safety standards during change implementation while fostering positive team morale.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harlandale High School
San Antonio, TX06-2014
Skills
- Production Readiness Planning
- Change Management Processes
- Material planning and production schedule alignment
- Supply Chain Operations
- Inventory control management
- Inventory reconciliation
- Cycle count execution & physical vs system inventory alignment
- System synchronization & material flow management
- Material flow analysis
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Root Cause Analysis
- Project Coordination
- Documentation for change control and audit readiness
- Microsoft Excel Advanced Functions
Communication Skills
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Product Change Management Coordinator
International Motor
09.2025 - Current
Supply Chain Associate 3
International Motor
06.2023 - 09.2025
Supply Chain Team Member I
International Motor
04.2022 - 06.2023
Parts Department Manager
Maverick of Texas Construction
08.2020 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Harlandale High School