Juvenal Carratala
Madrid
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Supply Chain Professional with a Bachelor's Degree in International Business Administration and nearly a decade of specialized expertise in procurement and logistics within the industrial sector. Excelling in fast-paced international business environments, I've developed my skills across a spectrum of companies, from small businesses to mid-sized and large corporations, absorbing diverse philosophies, company cultures, and perspectives to drive results towards achieving objectives facing industry challenges. This journey has sharpened my ability to adapt and refined my expertise, ensuring my readiness to excel in any professional environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Procurement Specialist
Tecnicas Reunidas
Madrid
08.2023 - Current
- Manage bidding processes for a variety of requisitions for EPC mega-projects, including equipment, bulk materials, construction supplies, IT resources, services, and licenses, totaling over 20MM Euros in purchases since joining
- Manage requisitions throughout their lifecycle (RFI/RFQ/RFP/PO), including bid invitation, bid opening, commercial evaluations, awardings, purchase orders, renewals, amendments, and terminations
- Negotiate terms and conditions with vendors to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements
- Presenting vendor award recommendations to the Procurement Committee
- Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to delivery, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and technical and regulatory requirements
- Engage in Kick-off Meetings with vendors to safeguard the alignment of company interests and project objectives
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements governing procurement practices, including purchase conditions, regulations, and ethical standards
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including departments such as finance, project administration, and legal, to gather requirements, address concerns, and align procurement activities with organizational objectives
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of procurement operations.
Senior Buyer
Cembre
Madrid
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Source and procure raw materials required for the manufacturing process, ensuring timely availability while optimizing costs and maintaining quality standards
- Create and manage purchase orders for goods and services (Equipment, Materials, IT, Real Estate)
- Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, track order status, and ensure timely delivery of materials, supplies and services
- Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms, negotiate contracts, and resolve any issues that may arise in the supply chain
- Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and components to prevent stockouts or excess inventory, optimizing working capital and production efficiency
- Collaborate with production teams to understand demand forecasts and production schedules, aligning procurement activities to meet production requirements effectively
- Work closely with suppliers to ensure the quality of incoming materials meets manufacturing standards, implementing quality control processes and addressing any quality issues promptly
- Establish metrics to evaluate supplier performance and conduct regular performance reviews to drive supplier accountability and improvement accordingly to ISO 9001:2015.
Procurement & Logistics Manager
FPT Group
Panama City
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Procurement planning for an average annual purchase volume of 15MM$ in regular flow of distribution orders and EPC projects meeting saving targets on direct costs from 5% to 10% yearly
- Overseeing the supply chain management for the complete end to end procurement processes
- Auditing and classification of costs to develop strategies for optimizing variable and indirect costs (15% average savings)
- Lead and manage a team of four buyers distributed across three different branches, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives
- Bid management for EPC and supply projects (Cost estimation and preparation of documentation accordingly to contract regulations and legislative requirements)
- Responsible for the commercial negotiation with more than 100 suppliers and manufacturers worldwide, including prices, quality requirements, payment and delivery terms
- Manage the business relationship with carriers and NVOCCs including contracts tariff negotiation, claims, documentation, etc
- Standardize procurement procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization
- Monitor the performance of all suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements
- Performance follow-up with established key performance indicators.
Procurement & Logistics Coordinator
FPT Group
Panama City
03.2015 - 03.2019
- Receive and review purchase requisition details, including item descriptions, quantities, and delivery requirements
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of requisition documentation before proceeding with the purchasing process
- Assist in researching potential suppliers or vendors based on procurement requirements
- Assist in preparing RFQ documents, including specifications, terms, and conditions
- Assist in negotiating contract terms, discounts, and payment conditions to achieve favorable pricing and contractual arrangements to select the most suitable supplier for each requisition
- Generate purchase orders (POs) based on approved requisitions and negotiated terms
- Prepare budgets and cost estructures for EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) project proposals
- Coordinate transportation, shipping, custom duties and delivery of the goods from suppliers to the organization's facilities
- Monitor inventory levels and warehouse operations to ensure adequate stock levels and efficient storage
- Manage relationships with logistics service providers, such as freight forwarders and carriers, to ensure reliable and cost-effective transportation services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration
Universidad Latina
Panama City, Panama01.2018
Skills
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Project Management
- Technology Proficiency
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Data Analysis and Analytics
- Proficient in managing and thriving in high-pressure and changing work environments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving driven
- Sense of belonging
- Enthusiastic for taking on new challenges
Certification
- Data Visualization at DataCamp, 09/2022
- Data Analysis in Excel at DataCamp, 10/2022
Programs And Tools
- SAP
- SmartPlant Materials (SPMat)
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Sharepoint
- Power BI
Coursework
Intensive English Course at University of Florida (UF), Gainesville, USA
2011-2012
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Senior Procurement Specialist
Tecnicas Reunidas
08.2023 - Current
Senior Buyer
Cembre
05.2022 - 08.2023
Procurement & Logistics Manager
FPT Group
03.2019 - 12.2021
Procurement & Logistics Coordinator
FPT Group
03.2015 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration
Universidad Latina
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