Julio Alejandro Gonzalez

Experience

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  Tyson Foods

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2015

  Coordinate & Planning end-to-end process of raw material's imports for value-added products and finished goods for direct sales (indent)Constant research all over Mexico, the US and the rest of Latin America of suppliers with competitive meat raw material prices, in order to reduce production costs and increase direct sales to clients.Core team within the S&OP meeting. Production Planning & Scheduling for three categories (fully cooked, part-fry and IQF) for two industrial plants.Creation of MPS with the aim to maintain low stock levels in warehouses and a totally compliance with clients. DIFOTQ (Delivery in full, on time) improved about 4%.In this role I used to be the link between production and sales teams to ensure requirements of quantities and the right delivery times to customers. Materials Requirements Planning for Fully Cooked, Part Fry, IQF and Fresh production programs.Outstanding cost saving projects were carried out during my performance in this role. Procurement planning of ingredients and packaging for two industrial plants to keep production needs running and maintain good stock levels in warehouses.Implementation of metrics to measure the performance of local and overseas suppliers (DIFOTQ)

  • Raw Material Buyer

    Jul 2014 - Jan 2015

  • Production Planner and Scheduler

    Jun 2012 - Jul 2014

  • Bill of Materials Analyst

    Jul 2011 - Jun 2012

  • Materials Expeditor

    Jan 2010 - Jul 2011
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  JUCY Group

  Mar 2015 - Nov 2015

  Warehousing and Car Detailer Supervisor

  Oversaw supply chain operations for vehicle and campervan grooming, re-equipment, and routine inspection at City Centre branch, ensuring optimal service delivery. Facilitated seamless shuttle coordination for clients between Auckland Airport and City Centre branch. Provided exceptional customer service support to Latin-American clients.

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  Toyota Boshoku America

  Apr 2016 - Sept 2016

  Assistant Project Manager

  As a warehouse leader, I spearheaded the modernization of inventory systems for two units while maintaining the highest standards of safety and security. Additionally, I successfully oversaw the merging of two warehouses into a singular, centralized storage facility.

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  L’Authentique Charcuterie

  Apr 2017 - Mar 2018

  Logistics Specialist

  Lead the Unleashed Software implementation (Inventory Management) in the organisation.Create/Manage delivery routes within Auckland, to ensure the delivery of goods to customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.MRP creation for production needs along with COGS calculation for current and new skus.

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  Bluerock NZ Limited

  Mar 2018 - Mar 2022

  Lead the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) system.Facilitate and manage the demand planning process and forecast accuracy for retail, food service, food manufacturing and route divisions, across Bluerock Ldt, Sulkem, Upfield and Pacific Supplies businesses.Core team in Microsoft Business Central 365 (ERP) implementation.Product lifecycle management, landed costs for existing and NPD products Lead the procurement planning for Bluerock (retail & food service), and Sulkem (food manufacturing) businesses from overseas and local suppliers.Manage the repacking of products with local suppliers.

  • Supply Chain/Demand Analyst

    Jun 2018 - Mar 2022

  • Supply and Logistics Coordinator

    Mar 2018 - Jun 2018
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  Goodman Fielder

  Apr 2022 - Oct 2023

  Responsible for strategizing and optimizing the performance of 8 categories within the Grocery portfolio.Analyzing market data to make fact-based decisions, developing plans for growth, collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers, and creating insights-driven presentations. Coordinate & planning the supply of flour and oil from local and overseas suppliers for retail, manufacturing/industrial and RFS channels.Distribution requirements planning (DRP) of stock between GF and 3rd party warehousing.Anticipate and maintain stock levels to ensure the business runs smoothly.

  • Category Manager

    Jul 2023 - Oct 2023

  • Supply Planner

    Apr 2022 - Jun 2023
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  Goodfood Group

  Nov 2023 - now

  S&OP Manager

  Leading the S&OP process for efficient inventory management, using KPIs to address forecast risks and managing product lifecycle. Ensuring accurate master data, communicating forecast changes promptly, and providing timely S&OP reports. Advocating for strategic transparency in the Supply Chain, offering analysis, and supporting broader business needs.