Mario Piedrahita

Managed all aspects of warehouse operations, driving efficiency, safety, and productivity. Optimized storage layouts to improve space utilization and streamline inventory management processes, resulting in faster order processing and increased accuracy. Led a high-performing team by fostering development and collaboration across departments, including procurement, shipping, and logistics.

Key Achievements and Responsibilities:

• Storage Optimization: Enhanced space utilization and productivity through effective layout design.
• Order Processing: Implemented a new picking and packing system, reducing processing time and improving efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Cultivated a skilled team, improving performance and departmental output.
• Quality & Safety: Monitored quality control and safety protocols, reducing accidents and proactively addressing deficiencies.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Streamlined inventory control processes and optimized budget allocations to meet operational needs.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Led collaboration between warehouse, procurement, and shipping teams for seamless operations.
• Transportation & Maintenance: Worked with transportation partners to optimize delivery schedules and established preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Operational Efficiency: Identified and implemented continuous improvements to logistics performance and inventory accuracy.

This role involved overseeing day-to-day warehouse activities, managing resources efficiently, and ensuring a safe, productive environment.

• Campaign Tracking: Monitored and reported on responses to marketing campaigns, enhancing strategic insights.
• Brand Awareness: Increased visibility among target demographics through social media, print, and email initiatives.

• Event Planning: Organized logistics for internal and external marketing events, including trade shows, to elevate brand presence.
• Public Relations: Coordinated PR activities, securing positive press coverage for company initiatives.
• Tracked and reported on marketing campaign responses.

• Supplier Negotiations: Secured favourable payment terms with suppliers to enhance cash flow management.
• Industry Insight: Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends to drive improvements in purchasing activities.
• Process Optimization: Streamlined procurement strategies, resulting in significant cost savings.
• Record Keeping: Maintained accurate and compliant records of all purchasing activities and documentation.
• Order Management: Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels and expedite customer orders.

• Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
• Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
• Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.

As the International Purchasing Director at Aldor Group, I managed global supply chains, procurement, and logistics , driving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the organization. My role encompassed overseeing the end-to-end procurement process, from vendor negotiation and market research to purchase order management and budget forecasting. I successfully secured competitive pricing and expedited services for critical equipment and supplies, ensuring seamless alignment with production schedules and financial objectives.

Key Achievements and Responsibilities:

• Vendor Negotiation: Secured optimal pricing and service agreements with both domestic and international vendors, reducing procurement costs and ensuring timely delivery of essential materials.
• Procurement Leadership: Directed all aspects of the procurement cycle, including preparing purchase orders, managing bid requests, and overseeing payment processing, ensuring alignment with business requirements and production timelines.
• Market Research: Conducted comprehensive market research to identify and evaluate new global suppliers, negotiating favorable terms to enhance the company’s competitive advantage.
• Quality Assurance & Supplier Performance: Monitored supplier quality standards, fostering close relationships with vendors to ensure product quality and compliance with company objectives. Implemented performance improvement initiatives that reduced costs and improved product consistency.
• Inventory Control: Led inventory management efforts, optimizing stock levels, reducing waste, and maintaining accurate control records to improve operational efficiency.
• Logistics Coordination: Collaborated with logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery of goods and proactively resolved any supply chain disruptions, ensuring smooth operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with engineering teams to procure specialized materials and equipment, ensuring that technical specifications and production schedules were met.
• International Trade & Compliance: Leveraged a deep understanding of international trade regulations and customs compliance to streamline import/export processes, reducing delays and improving sourcing strategies.
• Stakeholder Communication: Coordinated with internal departments to ensure alignment on purchasing requirements, fostering collaboration and supporting company-wide objectives.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Built and maintained strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers, ensuring continuity of supply and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.

In this role, I contributed to significant improvements in operational efficiency and cost savings, ensuring that the company's supply chain was robust, reliable, and aligned with our strategic goals.