Rosalba Vargas Johnson
Chicago,United States
Summary
Professional with a background in project management, operations coordination, and relationship management across engineering, education, and service environments.I am a passionate, proactive, energetic, and detail-oriented leader who enjoys solving problems, building strong relationships, and taking on new challenges. Known for being enthusiastic, organized, and courageous, with the ability to understand client needs and deliver reliable solutions.With a foundation in engineering and program management, I bring strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. I enjoy work that connects people, nature, and thoughtful design, and I am motivated to create positive outcomes for clients and teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Guide
Guidepost Global Education
Chicago, United States
09.2023 - Current
- Led Montessori classrooms serving children ages 3-9, creating prepared environments that support independence, concentration, and collaborative learning.
- Designed individualized lessons using Montessori materials, monitored student development, and maintained strong partnerships with families through consistent communication and progress updates.
- Collaborated with school leadership and colleagues to maintain organized classroom, fostering positive learning experiences for students and families.
Bilingual Elementary Online Tutoring
Autónomo
Online
12.2024 - Current
- Delivered fully bilingual instruction in Spanish and English, supporting students whose home language is Spanish while they studied in the United States.
- Delivered personalized online instruction for first-grade and lower elementary students using Montessori approach and modern educational technology to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
- Design individualized lesson plans, monitor student progress, and maintain strong communication with families.
- Supported students in developing early technology, organization, and time management skills through flexible digital learning platforms tailored to each family's needs.
Program Manager
ISGO
San Luis Potosí, Mexico
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Managed customer-focused manufacturing programs for global automotive clients, facilitating successful product launches and aligning client expectations with engineering and production operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to manage complex programs, resolving challenges and delivering projects on time and within scope.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for global clients, strengthening long-term relationships and maintaining consistent communication between customers, engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams.
- Built trusted client relationships while overseeing program performance, timelines, and technical requirements.
- Supported revenue forecasting and portfolio performance planning with sales and leadership teams, contributing to program success and enhancing client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated a strong understanding of working within client budgets, balancing technical requirements, cost considerations, and operational efficiency.
- Applied project management and problem-solving skills to address engineering changes, production constraints, and customer requirements throughout the product development cycle.
- Managed program timelines, milestones, supplier coordination, and engineering changes to support successful product launches.
- Ensured compliance with OEM standards while supporting production programs for major global automotive clients including Tesla, Volkswagen, Honda, Chrysler, Audi, and BMW.
SAP ERP K-USER MM
CIE Automotive
Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Managed Master Data and Material Management during SAP transition, facilitating seamless integration and enhanced operational capabilities.
- Developed Business Blueprints and implemented Enterprise Value Delivery methodology, improving process alignment and efficiency.
- Provided training and support to teams, enabling effective adoption of SAP functionalities and enhancing user competency.
Buyer - Purchasing Raw Material
CIE Automotive
Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
10.2011 - 07.2014
- Managed procurement process for raw materials, ensuring timely deliveries and optimizing cost efficiency.
- Coordinated supplier qualifications through rigorous testing and utilized knowledge of NAFTA and international customs to enhance shipping and procurement processes.
- Oversaw logistics operations, implementing FIFO inventory practices to improve inventory management.
Lean Analyst / Jr. Manufacturing Engineer
CIE Automotive
Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
07.2011 - 10.2011
- Led Kaizen initiatives focused on SMED and scrap reduction, conducted root cause analyses to enhance product quality, and created standardized work instructions for operator training.
- Optimized production methods through Lean Manufacturing principles, enhancing overall efficiency at CIE Automotive.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align MRP requirements with production goals, facilitating smoother operations.
Education
Project Management -
Project Management Institute
07-2027
Montessori Education -
The Prepared Montessorian
08-2024
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Instituto Tecnologico de Saltillo
01-2016
Skills
- Program Management
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
Certification
• Business English: Finance and Economics
• Business English: Management and Leadership
• Business English: Management and Leadership
Languages
Inglés, Full Professional
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Elementary Online Tutoring
Autónomo
12.2024 - Current
Lead Guide
Guidepost Global Education
09.2023 - Current
Program Manager
ISGO
08.2016 - 09.2018
SAP ERP K-USER MM
CIE Automotive
07.2012 - 07.2014
Buyer - Purchasing Raw Material
CIE Automotive
10.2011 - 07.2014
Lean Analyst / Jr. Manufacturing Engineer
CIE Automotive
07.2011 - 10.2011
Project Management -
Project Management Institute
Montessori Education -
The Prepared Montessorian
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Instituto Tecnologico de Saltillo