Veronica Cordero
Mechanical Engineering
Monterrey,NL
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong Purchasing, Supplier Management, and Leadership background. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to achieve company goals. Experienced team member or leader bringing outstanding performance and working with others to meet common goals.
Looking forward to bringing knowledge to support business needs and keep growing in this company.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Category Buyer - Enginess Casting
Caterpillar Inc
01.2022 - Current
- Managed Supplier relationships, resolving disputes, addressing performance issues, and facilitating communication between parties as needed.
- Developed comprehensive Supplier Capacity and Capabilities to support executive decision-making and drive growth as well cost Savings Goals.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion with Cost Savings 1MUSD past year.
- Provided guidance to peers on Purchasing Practices, Best Practices and technical process.
Category Buyer - Engine Castings
Caterpillar Inc -
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Conducted Mexico market research and analysis to identify potential new suppliers and stay informed on industry trends.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions in supply chain due to unforeseen events or issues.
- Worked closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop category-specific sourcing strategies that met both short-term needs and long-term business objectives.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing best prices with suppliers with Project Savings higher than 3 MUSD for relocation to Mexico.
- Promoted In place due to Successfully Strategy to Growth Mexico Vertically Integrated Supplier from 1MUSD to 18 MUSD.
Category Buyer
Caterpillar Inc
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Developed cross-functional teams to drive sourcing strategies and optimize total cost of ownership for Light, Heavy and BTS Fabrications.
- Worked closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop category-specific sourcing strategies that met both short-term needs and long-term business objectives.
- Developed and maintained detailed reports to track procurement performance, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for future actions.
- Analyzed spend data to identify areas of opportunity for cost savings or process improvements within assigned categories. Reducing the Supply base from 11 tactical suppliers to 5 Core Suppliers with 95% SSP and lower PPMs
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and efficiency gains within supply chain.
Supplier Development Engineer
Caterpillar Mexico
09.2013 - 03.2014
- Facilitated cross-functional meetings between internal teams and external partners to discuss ongoing projects and address any challenges promptly.
- Streamlined supplier onboarding process, resulting in shorter lead times and improved efficiency.
- Coordinated corrective action plans for underperforming suppliers, guiding them towards meeting established targets consistently.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships that benefited both parties involved.
- Evaluated supplier proposals, conducting thorough assessments of their capabilities to meet organizational requirements. Certifying 3 Suppliers on Welding, Paint and SQEP
- Developed robust supplier performance evaluation system, enabling continuous improvement initiatives across supply base.
Staff Engineer - First Operations Supervisor
Caterpillar Mexico
08.2010 - 09.2013
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Improve Steel Utilization by 5% driving about 5MUSD savings. As well Improving Cutting Machines Efficiency by 20%.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Product Design Engineer
CaterpillarInc
11.2007 - 08.2010
- Communicated effectively with Manufacturing Facility, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality components required for successful product assembly.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices in product design engineering, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Successfully collaborated with engineers to verify design changes.
- Prepared complete and accurate design documentation for Open Bowl products.
- Led continuous improvements in engineering, resulting in clearer product design standards, better manufacturability and reduced engineering cycle time.
- Promoted In place.
Ergonomic Specialist
Caterpillar Mexico Outsourcing
08.2005 - 11.2007
- Improved employee productivity with the development of ergonomically designed workspaces.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of employees'' workstations, identifying areas for improvement based on ergonomics principles.
- Enhanced employee comfort by conducting ergonomic assessments and implementing tailored solutions.
- Served as a trusted resource for employees, providing one-on-one support and guidance on ergonomics-related concerns.
- Implemented cost-effective solutions to improve overall workspace functionality while adhering to budget constraints and Lean Manufacturing Principles.
- Reduced workplace injuries by identifying and addressing potential ergonomic hazards in various workstations.
Education
Engineering Mechanics
Universidad Autonoma De Nuevo Leon (UANL)
San Nicolas De Los Garza, Nuevo Leon08.2007
Skills
Value Engineering
Strategic Sourcing
Pricing Analysis
Cost Analysis
Lean principles
Total cost of ownership
Product Development Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Team building
Analytical Thinking
Timeline
Senior Category Buyer - Enginess Casting
Caterpillar Inc
01.2022 - Current
Category Buyer - Engine Castings
Caterpillar Inc -
08.2018 - 12.2021
Category Buyer
Caterpillar Inc
08.2015 - 08.2018
Supplier Development Engineer
Caterpillar Mexico
09.2013 - 03.2014
Staff Engineer - First Operations Supervisor
Caterpillar Mexico
08.2010 - 09.2013
Product Design Engineer
CaterpillarInc
11.2007 - 08.2010
Ergonomic Specialist
Caterpillar Mexico Outsourcing
08.2005 - 11.2007
Engineering Mechanics
Universidad Autonoma De Nuevo Leon (UANL)
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