LAURA PERALTA
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Logistics and Supply Chain Professional with over 10 years of experience managing procurement, inventory, and delivery operations. Skilled in leading teams, coordinating real-time deliveries, and improving delivery performance through process optimization. Experienced with SAP MM module for material management and inventory control. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Currently improving English language skills through daily practice and integration in the Canadian workplace.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics & Procurement Manager
Concesionaria Vial del Oriente
Villavicencio, Colombia
07.2020 - 04.2025
- Implemented strategies for cost reduction through improved terms of payment or better pricing structures.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of materials for production.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with suppliers and negotiated contracts with them.
- Supervised the logistics and procurement team for delivery and inventory operations across infrastructure projects.
- Coordinated daily inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely delivery to construction zones.
- Resolved real-time issues with transportation providers and warehouse personnel.
- Managed inventory and materials using the SAP MM module.
Procurement Analyst
Aceites Manuelita S.A
Villavicencio, Colombia
11.2013 - 07.2020
- Handled technical purchasing of industrial materials, spare parts, and equipment.
- Aligned procurement planning with inventory levels and operational needs.
- Maintained strong supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective and timely deliveries.
- Used SAP MM for purchase orders, stock tracking, and material movement reporting.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Identified cost saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives such as consolidation of suppliers.
- Ensured that all purchases comply with applicable laws, regulations and organizational policies.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to establish purchasing criteria and develop sourcing plans.
Education
Specialist in Logistics Management - Logistics Management
Universidad De La Sabana
Bogota, Colombia 08-2017
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad De America
Bogota, Colombia 06-2012
Skills
- Logistics coordination
- Team leadership
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Cost reduction
- SAP MM
- Problem solving
- Budget planning
- Supplier negotiation
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Timeline
Logistics & Procurement Manager
Concesionaria Vial del Oriente
07.2020 - 04.2025
Procurement Analyst
Aceites Manuelita S.A
11.2013 - 07.2020
Specialist in Logistics Management - Logistics Management
Universidad De La Sabana
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad De America
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