Yolanda Martelet-Fuentes
San Antonio
Summary
Procurement and Supply Chain professional with over seven years of experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and inventory management within manufacturing and retail environments. Experienced using Oracle ERP to manage direct and indirect procurement, optimize inventory levels, and support cross-functional teams. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Seeking a procurement, supply chain, or purchasing role where I can contribute to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
2
2
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Specialists
HEB Grocery Store
San Antonio
07.2020 - Current
- Produce high-quality fresh food products while maintaining company quality and food safety standards.
- Maintain strict compliance with sanitation, and food safety regulations.
- Trained new staff on food safety protocols and service techniques.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Implemented efficient workflows to enhance overall service quality.
- Monitored inventory levels, production flow, and product rotation to reduce waste.
- Supported department profitability through proactive inventory management and waste reduction.
- Collaborate with team members to consistently meet operational goals.
Fresh Food Supervisor
Walmart Supercenter
Helotes
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed daily operations for deli, bakery, meat, and produce departments, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
- Led, trained, scheduled, and supported a team of 16 associates.
- Oversaw inventory levels and replenishment activities, maintaining product availability and minimizing stockouts.
- Coordinated monthly inventory processes, enhancing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Managed merchandising changes, pricing updates, and product transitions.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards, sanitation requirements, OSHA guidelines, and company policies.
- Participated in sales reviews and operational planning meetings.
Senior Buyer/ Lead Buyer
Alcoa Fastening Systems
Ciudad Acuna, Coahuila, Mexico
02.2006 - 12.2011
- Negotiated pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and supplier agreements; managed RFQ and RFP processes to identify competitive sourcing opportunities and fostered relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
- Managed procurement activities for direct materials, indirect materials (MRO), production supplies, chemicals, and metals.
- Resolved supplier delivery issues, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies to ensure uninterrupted supply chain operations.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Finance, and Logistics teams to support production requirements.
- Conducted supplier evaluations, audits, and performance reviews.
- Identified alternative suppliers and materials to improve cost effectiveness and supply continuity.
- Implemented supplier consignment programs, achieving significant reductions in inventory costs.
- Supported corporate cost-saving initiatives through sourcing and negotiation strategies.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Universidad Autónoma Del Noreste
Piedras Negras, Coahuila, México 08.1991 - 06.1995
Skills
● Procurement & Purchasing
● RFQ / RFP Management
● Purchase Order Management
● Oracle ERP
● Direct & Indirect Procurement
● MRO Purchasing
● Inventory Management
● Supply Chain Operations
● Cost Reduction Initiatives
● Supplier Performance Evaluation
● Quality Assurance Support
● Process Improvement
● Team Leadership
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Food Service Specialists
HEB Grocery Store
07.2020 - Current
Fresh Food Supervisor
Walmart Supercenter
09.2017 - 12.2018
Senior Buyer/ Lead Buyer
Alcoa Fastening Systems
02.2006 - 12.2011
BBA - Accounting
Universidad Autónoma Del Noreste
08.1991 - 06.1995