ERP: IFS10, JD Edwards, SAP BO
Jose Barrios
Procurement Manager
Guatemala City,GU
Summary
Procurement manager with a financial background mainly in collections. Believer of cross-functional efforts for better results delivery. Experience across multiple industries such as logistics, marketing and customer service.
Economics and free market enthusiast.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Procurement Manager
APM Terminals
05.2023 - Current
- Managed local sourcing efforts for diverse product categories.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies and industry regulations by adhering to APMM procurement controls and monitoring systems.
- Managed a team of procurement professionals, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve organizational goals.
- Collaborated with finance department on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
Procurement Analyst
APM Terminals
10.2018 - 04.2023
- Managed supplier selection process, ensuring optimal quality, pricing, and delivery terms were met.
- Optimized sourcing strategies by identifying alternative suppliers offering competitive pricing or higher-quality products and services.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms and conditions for the organization.
- Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
Accounts Receivable Supervisor
APM Terminals
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Conducted monthly account reviews to identify potential issues and maintain healthy aging reports.
- Oversaw credit approval process for new customers, minimizing risk of bad debt write-offs.
- Posted customer payments by recording bank transfer, cash deposits and check deposits.
Finance Assistant
AdsLive Media
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Multi-functional position, handled AR, AP, Billing.
- Reduced discrepancies in accounts receivable by closely monitoring customer payments and following up on overdue balances.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve any financial discrepancies or irregularities. Performed cross-checks with sales to make sure that was is being billed is actually delivered to avoid reject invoices.
- Centralized billing and collections for clients located in the Caribbean, Central and South America from different entities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Universidad Rafael Landivar
Guatemala City, Guatemala 05.2001 -
Skills
Cost Analysis
Analytical Skills
Team Management
ERP software
Software
Microsoft MS
Hobbies
Outdoor activities, motorcycle riding and tennis.
Timeline
Procurement Manager
APM Terminals
05.2023 - Current
Procurement Analyst
APM Terminals
10.2018 - 04.2023
Accounts Receivable Supervisor
APM Terminals
07.2017 - 09.2018
Finance Assistant
AdsLive Media
09.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Universidad Rafael Landivar
05.2001 -