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Magdalena Ortega

Riverside

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in RFQ management and strategic planning at M. E. Hodge Incorporated. Achieved revenue growth through effective contract negotiation and strong client relationship management. Skilled in implementing quality assurance processes and continuous improvement initiatives, driving operational excellence and team motivation.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Planner and Scheduler

Parker-Meggitt
North Hollywood
05.2024 - Current
  • Developed project timelines to ensure timely completion of planning activities.
  • Coordinate with purchasing to support MPS commitments.
  • Establish communication with the design and engineering team as needed to ensure EPDM support and accountability.
  • Continual review of MPS to support current and forecasted obligations.
  • Identify products that qualify for manufacturing improvement for cost savings.

Executive Corporate Partner

M. E. Hodge Incorporated
01.1997 - 01.2019
  • Managed all aspects of business operations, including RFQ processes, contract reviews, purchasing, quality assurance, bookkeeping, shipping, HR functions, and sales.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives leading to a 10/15% increase in revenue yearly.
  • Served as the direct point of contact for clients and vendors, establishing and nurturing long-term relationships.
  • Negotiated and finalized contracts, ensuring favorable terms for the company and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
  • Successfully handled hiring, firing, and training processes, fostering a skilled and motivated workforce.
  • Implemented HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
  • Continuously re-investing and working creatively with focus on lean manufacturing.
  • Implementing procedures and approaches to reducing costs without sacrificing quality and thus enabling the growth of the company.
  • Established and maintained rigorous quality assurance processes, ensuring products/services met or exceeded industry standards.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, leading to enhanced product/service quality.
  • Created and integrated workflow forms within our software for tracking job status of operations through entire process: RFQ, Shop Order, Traveler, Purchase Order, Receiving, QC and Delivery.

Education

No Grade - Los Angeles, CA

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Los Angeles, CA
01.1998

Bachelor of Science - West Covina, CA

ITT Technical Institute
West Covina, CA
06-1992

Skills

  • RFQ management and purchasing
  • Contract review and negotiation
  • Sales and supply chain management
  • Quality assurance and continuous improvement
  • HR management and training
  • Financial management and bookkeeping
  • Client and vendor relations
  • Strategic planning and business development

Languages

  • English, Written and Spoken
  • Spanish, Written and Spoken

Recognition

National Association of Professional Women

Affiliations

  • Lifelong love for sport activities: Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Volleyball and Golf.
  • Strong appreciation for Nature and the outdoor.
  • Enjoy physical activities for strength and wellbeing.

Accomplishments

  • Professional Woman of the Year Award
  • Who's Who Special Recognition

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Planner and Scheduler

Parker-Meggitt
05.2024 - Current

Executive Corporate Partner

M. E. Hodge Incorporated
01.1997 - 01.2019

No Grade - Los Angeles, CA

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Bachelor of Science - West Covina, CA

ITT Technical Institute

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