Jose Antonio V

Key Responsibilities * Purchase Contract negotiations with raw material suppliers * Suppliers rebate/cashback negotiations * Americas supplier development for wire & cables with USMCA content * Support with Molding & Tooling suppliers (China) in commercial negotiations

Responsibilities: * Lead contract negotiations for electrical commodities, including wire and cables, with both domestic and international suppliers. * Manage and execute supplier annual rebate and cashback agreements in alignment with contract terms. * Act as 3PL vendor administrator, overseeing contract negotiations and coordination for local operations at the Bombardier Queretaro, Mexico site. * Provide support to logistics and purchasing teams by addressing operational issues and resolving bottlenecks related to material shortages, chargebacks, price fluctuations, and escalation processes

Responsibilities: * Lead a high-performing purchasing team in executing competitive contractual negotiations across the entire supplier panel. * Drive supplier performance management through key KPIs, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), On-Quality Delivery (OQD), cost reduction initiatives, and supplier base optimization. * Manage an annual spend of approximately $62 million USD, covering an estimated 7,000 active part numbers. * Oversee procurement of key commodities such as accessories, backshells, connectors, contacts, electrical components, hardware, sheet metal, sleeving, and wire & cables. * Collaborate primarily with suppliers based in the Telecan region.

• Achieved 95% OTD/POD compliance, reducing production downtime by 12% • Mitigated production risks during 2019 supplier shutdown, maintaining 100% delivery • Managed $10-12M annual spend, achieving 5% cost savings • Tracked supplier performance for key commodities, improving quality metrics by 10%

Responsibilities: * Manage the release of purchase orders and ensure adherence to delivery schedules in coordination with suppliers. * Ensure timely procurement of materials, meeting both quality standards and company requirements. * Monitor and maintain supplier performance based on delivery timelines and committed delivery dates. * Handle procurement for key commodities including ferrous machining, stamping, and steel casting. * Collaborate closely with Quality, Procurement, and Finance teams to meet supplier performance targets. Average Annual Purchase Volume: $10–12 million USD Key Achievements: * Elevated supplier performance to meet corporate targets, achieving 95% On-Time Delivery (OTD) and Proof of Delivery (POD). * Successfully sustained the supply chain through a major supplier shutdown identified in mid-2019, with no impact on company production lines.

Responsibilities: * Lead the strategic purchasing team across all commodity groups, including: Mechanical Components: Injection-molded parts (with and without surface treatment), castings, harness assemblies, connectors, silicone pads, granulates, resins, etc. * Electronics: PCBs, PCBAs, passive and active components, lighting systems, and foils. * Monitor and drive KPIs related to cost savings, supplier base optimization, and compliance documentation (e.g., certificates, purchasing contracts). * Support the Supplier Quality team to reduce complaint volumes and improve performance. * Ensure compliance with the TS16949 quality system across the supply chain. * Annual Purchasing Volume: Approx. €135 million (including third-party and subsidiary sourcing) Key Achievements: * Surpassed annual cost savings target of 2.9%, achieving estimated savings of €3 million. * Converted purchasing currency from EUR to USD, minimizing exchange rate losses and saving an estimated €100,000. * Reduced the supplier base by 5% annually (~10 suppliers per year), enhancing leverage with remaining vendors. * Developed structured plans for evaluating supplier capacity through on-site R&R (Repeatability & Reproducibility) studies. * Established a methodology for designing cost-reduction initiatives, including ROI analysis, projected savings, and associated costs. * Defined and implemented a standard procedure for handover from project teams to serial production (Hangover process)

• Achieved €3M cost savings and 5% supplier consolidation across 40+ suppliers • Cut FX losses by €100K via EUR→USD transition, saving 2% of spend • Implemented standardized production handover process, reducing handover time by 30% • Optimized supply chain through R&R capacity studies, increasing capacity utilization by 15%

• Secured OEM approvals (PSW) on schedule, ensuring 100% compliance • Maintained margins via multi-year contracts, preserving 3% gross margin • Enabled seamless plant launch through supplier database migration, reducing onboarding time by 25% • Managed $40M annual spend in SAP, achieving 4% spend reduction

Responsibilities: * March 2011 – April 2013 - Senior Project Buyer (Nissan & GM Projects) * Sourced and developed production components for new automotive projects, including resins, bulbs, plastics, rubber parts, fasteners, harness assemblies, and packaging materials. * Led supplier development initiatives across China, Europe, and North America. * Maintained project profitability by ensuring low component costs through strategic negotiations and long-term contracts. * Oversaw PAQ and PPAP processes to validate the performance and quality of new components. * May 2013 – May 2014 - Commodity Buyer * Supported the SOP (Start of Production) for a new manufacturing facility (Plant 2), managing all purchasing activities in SAP and ensuring contract readiness. * Contributed to company-wide cost reduction efforts as a key member of the productivity improvement team. * Average Annual Purchase Volume: $40 million USD Key Achievements: * Successfully negotiated and secured component approvals (PSW released) in alignment with OEM-defined SOP timelines. * Maintained profit margins below target by implementing multi-year savings plans and securing long-term contracts for project life cycles. * Facilitated a seamless launch of the second manufacturing plant by effectively transferring supplier databases, purchase orders, and existing agreements. * Achieved cost reduction targets within defined timelines as part of the Productivity Committee’s strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities: * Manage procurement of stainless steel products including flat sheets, coils, bars, tubing, pipes, and fittings. * Oversee purchasing of all domestic raw materials (direct and indirect), including welding wire and gases, steel and aluminum wheels, suspension and frame components, maintenance supplies, and general service contracts. * Lead inventory management and stockroom control to ensure material availability and operational efficiency. * Develop and execute cost reduction strategies, while identifying and onboarding domestic vendors to support supply chain localization. * Spearhead the development and management of a new building expansion dedicated to the sandblasting process: * Led the tendering process, project and resource management, and ensured compliance with environmental and government regulations. * Conducted technical and engineering reviews and maintained strict control over project timelines. * Support business development by identifying potential new domestic customers for finished products and aftermarket services. * Provide customer service and account management for existing clients within Mexico. * Average Annual Purchase Volume: $17 million USD Key Achievements: * Secured a direct supply agreement for stainless steel with a domestic manufacturer, eliminating reliance on U.S.-based distributors and stabilizing costs through long-term contracts. * Localized and developed national suppliers, reducing import dependence for goods and services by up to 50%. * Successfully expanded the domestic customer base, contributing to increased sales and market penetration in Mexico