LIDWINE HEMON

• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Managed, coached and developed high-performing buyers to meet objectives, deliver results, and add value to purchasing department.
• Reduced order lead times by working closely with suppliers to expedite shipments when necessary.
• Negotiated pricing, bidding processes and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
• Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
• Devised and implemented strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.

Key Clients/ Companies Worked with:

• L'Oréal
• Thales
• Airbus
• Bankinter

Currently leading procurement operations for:

• Cepsa/Moeves

• Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
• Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
• Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.

Ocean and ground transportation.

• Managed procurement activities, driving cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
• Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics.
• Enhanced team productivity, implementing agile methodologies in project management and daily operations.
• Coordinated procurement logistiscs and sales processes in international B2B and B2C.
• Increased global supply chain efficiency and development by leading cross-functional teams and enabling supplier integration and management technology tools, upgrades.

• Facilitated continuous improvement within the purchasing department by regularly reviewing processes and practices for potential enhancements.
• Coordinated logistics activities related to transportation, shipping, and warehousing of purchased goods.
• Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout all purchasing activities.
• Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
• Developed and tracked metrics to measure supplier performance and cost savings.
• Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
• Managed, coached and developed high-performing buyers to meet objectives, deliver results, and add value to purchasing department.
• Devised and implemented strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.
• Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Leading the centralization of purchasing operations across factories located in Portugal, Morocco, france and Spain.

• Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
• Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
• Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
• Improved vendor relationships, ensuring timely deliveries and quality goods by regular communication and performance evaluations.
• Played crucial role in product launches by ensuring timely availability of materials.
• Maintained documentation for all purchases.
• Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.

• Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
• Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
• Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
• Improved project outcomes with meticulous attention to detail in planning phases, ensuring all requirements were met ahead of deadlines.

• Handled cash flow, debit and interest schedules and bank accounts.
• Analyzed financial patterns and made accurate predictions.
• Contributed to the continuous improvement of Treasury function by researching industry trends and best practices, identifying opportunities for process enhancements.
• Coordinated closely with tax department on repatriation strategies, minimizing tax implications on international cash transfers.
• Developed and delivered treasury-related training programs for finance professionals across the organization, promoting best practices in cash management, risk mitigation, and compliance.
• Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
• Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.