JAFET COLON PEREZ
BARCELONETA
Summary
An experienced buyer with 11 years of expertise in supply chain management, adept at leading teams to optimize sourcing strategies and foster cross-functional collaboration. Proven track record of managing budgets efficiently, consistently delivering cost savings while maintaining high operational standards. Strong ability to build and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement solutions. Known for a positive mindset, seeking continuous improvement and enhancing team performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Supply
Army
04.2016 - 02.2025
- Expertly trained four new personnel in supply management procedures, achieved 100% cycle count accuracy, SAP proficiency, and purchase executions.
- Achieved a 96% average rating in bi-annual accountability and finance audits by ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards.
- Processed over 500 SAP purchase requests and 25 credit card purchases annually, streamlined just-in-time delivery, and maintained a continuous workflow.
- Managed a $430K annual budget for equipment and supply acquisitions, achieved a 12% surplus that funded secondary purchases to enhance operational activities.
- Led a small team project to standardize IUID scanning for inventory management, reduced labor time by 25% and implemented paperless procedures.
- Performed data analysis on pricing trends and vendor performance, improved low-cost procurement and re-balanced stock levels enabling operational efficiency.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
St Jude Medical
05.2013 - 10.2015
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas using the FIFO method, improved pick-up effectiveness, and processing turnover.
- Verified MROs and invoice records against incoming raw materials to ensure accuracy in quantities and units of measurement, preventing inventory discrepancies efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills by efficiently processing, packing, and coordinating carrier pick-ups, ensuring timely outbound deliveries.
Manufacturing Operator
St Jude Medical
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Conducted testing of medical devices in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice procedures.
- Trained and certified new employees to perform operational tasks in accordance with company standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Supply Chain Management
American Military University
West Virginia04-2025
BBA - General Management
American University of Puerto Rico
Manati06-2015
Skills
- SAP, UPS, FEDEX Software's
- Coordinator
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Monitoring Inventory Levels
- Managing Budget
- Price Negotiation
- Team Collaboration
- Inventory Management
- English
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical Thinking
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt- U.S. Special Operations Command, North Carolina, December 2022
Contracting Officer Representative- U.S. Army Logistics University, Virginia 2022
Demonstrated Logistician- The International Society of Logistics, Maryland 2022
Certified Logistics Associate- MSSC, Virginia 2021
Timeline
Unit Supply
Army
04.2016 - 02.2025
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
St Jude Medical
05.2013 - 10.2015
Manufacturing Operator
St Jude Medical
04.2012 - 04.2013
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt- U.S. Special Operations Command, North Carolina, December 2022
Contracting Officer Representative- U.S. Army Logistics University, Virginia 2022
Demonstrated Logistician- The International Society of Logistics, Maryland 2022
Certified Logistics Associate- MSSC, Virginia 2021
Master of Arts - Supply Chain Management
American Military University
BBA - General Management
American University of Puerto Rico
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