Highlights:Inventory record accuracy (IRA) in RM and FG by 99.99% Inventory location accuracy (ILA) in RM and FG by 99.90% 30% efficiency increase through the implementation of handhelds and process optimization (UL´s) Recognized as the World's Best Safety Warehouse in MARS (WPT) 100% Incident reduction and 5-year record without Lost Time Incidents Storage growth by 15% (pallet positions) Labor Optimization by 40% generating $ 60 k USD in savings Recognized as one of the best leaders at regional level (LATAM) Improvement projects, generating savings with a value of $ 350 k USD Best result at the regional level in the engagement survey (FT=5, AE=4.98) Lead cross-functional team of over 60 associates Annual freight invoice processing up to $ 75 M USD Export operations to Canada, USA, Panamá, Colombia and Brazil Analyzed operations and inventory to track performance for $ 12.5 M USD finished goods and raw materials

Skills:Safety, Inventory Control, HACCP, 3PL's, Continuous Improvement, Supply, High Performance Collaboration, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Labor Optimization

Goal:Contribute to a company's results with a wealth of experience in logistics, manufacturing, industrial safety, project engineering, training, and food safety, coupled with a proven ability to build, lead, and motivate teams effectively. My focus is on implementing continuous improvement activities to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency

Certification:Lean Manufacturing Specialist in Industrial Safety and Health, Fire System Food Defense Coordinator Specialist in Industrial Safety and Health, General Industry

Honor:Recognized as the World's Best Safety Warehouse in MARS (WPT) Recognized as one of the best leaders at regional level (LATAM) Above-average operating results, earning "Exceed Expectations" ratings

WAREHOUSE & DISTRIBUTION CENTER MANAGER 04/2022 - current
Mars Snacking, Toluca, Estado de México Mexico
Industry: Food
Responsible for managing logistics operations in a distribution center and manufacturing warehouse. My duties include managing processes, reporting, data analysis, continuous improvement and handling and storage financial metrics. I lead, analyze, and evaluate warehouse improvements to support business growth by creating standard and strategic operating procedures to improve performance and efficiency. Additionally, I work with 3PL suppliers to ensure accurate inventory and efficient distribution.
Accomplishments achieved in this role: • Inventory record accuracy (IRA) in RM and FG by 99.99% • Inventory location accuracy (ILA) in RM and FG by 99.90% • 30% efficiency increase through the implementation of handhelds and process optimization (UL´s) • Recognized as the World's Best Safety Warehouse in MARS (WPT) • 100% Incident reduction and 5-year record without Lost Time Incidents • Storage growth by 15% (pallet positions) • Labor Optimization by 40% generating $ 60 k USD in savings • Recognized as one of the best leaders at regional level (LATAM) • Improvement projects, generating savings with a value of $ 350 k USD • Best result at the regional level in the engagement survey (FT=5, AE=4.98) • Lead cross-functional team of over 60 associates • Annual freight invoice processing up to $ 75 M USD • Export operations to Canada, USA, Panamá, Colombia and Brazil • Analyzed operations and inventory to track performance for $ 12.5 M USD finished goods and raw materials • Responsible for all inbound and outbound activities. Outbound shipment of 22 truckloads per day.--
WAREHOUSE MANAGER 08/2020 - 04/2022
Mars Snacking, Montemorelos, Nuevo León Mexico
Industry: Food
Responsible for managing the operation, supply, storage and distribution of Raw Materials and Finished Products, leading cross functional team of 50 associates and achieving the financial and operational KPIs for the correct storage and distribution process. Responsible for ensuring efficient warehouse design to optimize storage and minimize labor costs and handling cost
• Growth in storage efficiency of 20% • Results above 99.9% in ILA & IRA • Reducing inventory adjustments by 90% • Warehouse safety certification for correct segregation avoiding common hazards in a warehouse environment, lifting injuries, forklift accidents and more. • Rating of excellence in "Gallup" survey focused on engaging people (FT=5, AE=5) • Savings projects for more than 100 k USD • Analyzed operations and inventory to track performance for $ 7.5 M USD finished goods and raw materials--
VALUE STREAM LEADER 09/2017 - 08/2020
Mars Snacking, Montemorelos, Nuevo León Mexico
Industry: Food
Responsible for the management and development of 60 associates in charge, managing to deliver KPIs of operational excellence, as well as project initiatives. Operating 7 manufacturing lines and 7 manual manufacturing processes, having Safety as a value, working on the principle of Quality and managing our area to ensure efficiently meet customer service levels.
• ATS above 98% for different production lines • Downtime below 2% • Saving Innovation projects for more than 125 k USD • Best engagement team for 2 consecutive years (Gallup Survey) • Reduced quality incidents by 90% • Establishing administrative and operational processes for efficient production management through key performance indicators (KPI) in safety, quality, cost, waste and deliveries. • Attending quality audits according to FSSC 22000 standards. • Increased productivity and efficiency in the production area by optimizing processes and resources. • Sponsor of the execution in production of MARS Supply Excellence (TPM) which involves implementing Lean Manufacturing tools according to the 8 pillars. Leader of the FMOS pillar (Factory Mars Operating System). • Develop High Performance Teams to promote the continues improvement culture and fulfillment of strategies--
SAFET Y AND ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR 02/2015 - 09/2017
Mars Snacking, Montemorelos, Nuevo León Mexico
Industry: Food
Responsible for the management and general direction of Safety, Environment and Protection within the site limits. Establish the overall HSE vision of excellence for the site and ensure Mars' overall HSE programs. Responsible for the proper functional development of the site's HSE team to ensure compliance with Mars Global HSE standards and environmental and safety regulatory requirements.
• Excellent results due to the reduction of LTIR in the plant • Obtaining PASST Level 1 Certificate • 96% reduction in lost time incidents occurring in the plant • Creation of ergonomics programs in the plant • Global standardization of critical processes (LOTO, WPT, W@H) • Establishment of risk and vulnerability analysis programs in the supply chain • Develop CAPEX projects to comply with EHS standards. • Establishment of programs and receipt of internal and external audits • Development of OSHAS 18000 system implementation program • Development of health and accident prevention programs • Management of EHS budget. • Establishment of brigade program and safety and hygiene commission--
PROCES S AND PROJECT ENGINEERING 05/2014 - 02/2015
Mars Snacking, Montemorelos, Nuevo León Mexico
Industry: Food
Accountable for executing a variety of projects within the company, involving strategic supply generation, development, and negotiation with national and international suppliers
• Implementation of a new production line • Warehouse expansion by 30% • Construction of a wastewater treatment plant--
PROJECT MANAGER 02/2012 - 05/2014
Gross Logic Consulting Group, Monterrey, Nuevo León Mexico
Industry: IT
As the PMO Manager, I focus on creating value by helping various businesses with unique and simple technological solutions. My responsibilities include developing new markets, such as expanding into the U.S., and introducing remittance services as a new product offering for affiliates in the Mexican market.
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PROJECT ENGINEERING 04/2009 - 02/2012
Citrofrut, Proeza Group, Monterrey, Nuevo León Mexico
Industry: Food
Optimization and implementation of new resources in operational processes, providing support in engineering changes and reduction of process costs.
• Creating TASTE Evaporator Operating Parameter • Development and training plan--

Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores De Monterrey Campus Monterrey (ITESM) 08/2003 - 12/2008
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Chemical Engineering
El químico administrador se enfoca a la ingeniería de procesos químicos y al manejo óptimo de la producción, usando en forma eficiente los recursos de la empresa (humanos, financieros, energéticos y materiales) con el fin de producir bienes demandados por la sociedad. Sus áreas de especialidad son la ingeniería química y la ingeniería industrial.

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