Experience

Century Snacks, LLC.

• United States
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Vice President of Sales

  • May 2023 - Present

• Senior Vice President Of Sales

  • May 2019 - May 2023

  In charge of sales (managing P&L) for Western US, including all Albertsons/Safeway divisions nationally, as well as Costco. In 3 years, business went from $10M to $18M while increasing ACV in MULO as well as Club.



Tadin Herb & Tea Company

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Sales at Tadin Herb & Tea Co.

  • Jun 2017 - Apr 2019

  Responsible to lead the entire sales team as well as interface with major, critical customers and brokers. Asses risks and opportunities inside and outside of the company as part of my duties in order to achieve sales and meet profit targets. Having a senior leader role in the company is key to our sales team in order to increase brand awareness, increase sales, profit and expand distribution nationwide as well as in the international markets. Reporting directly to the CEO give me the… Show more Responsible to lead the entire sales team as well as interface with major, critical customers and brokers. Asses risks and opportunities inside and outside of the company as part of my duties in order to achieve sales and meet profit targets. Having a senior leader role in the company is key to our sales team in order to increase brand awareness, increase sales, profit and expand distribution nationwide as well as in the international markets. Reporting directly to the CEO give me the opportunity to learn and be a game changer in the organization while learning from other key team members of the team. Show less Responsible to lead the entire sales team as well as interface with major, critical customers and brokers. Asses risks and opportunities inside and outside of the company as part of my duties in order to achieve sales and meet profit targets. Having a senior leader role in the company is key to our sales team in order to increase brand awareness, increase sales, profit and expand distribution nationwide as well as in the international markets. Reporting directly to the CEO give me the… Show more Responsible to lead the entire sales team as well as interface with major, critical customers and brokers. Asses risks and opportunities inside and outside of the company as part of my duties in order to achieve sales and meet profit targets. Having a senior leader role in the company is key to our sales team in order to increase brand awareness, increase sales, profit and expand distribution nationwide as well as in the international markets. Reporting directly to the CEO give me the opportunity to learn and be a game changer in the organization while learning from other key team members of the team. Show less



McCormick & Company

• United States
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• West Regional Sales Manager

  • Jul 2015 - Jun 2017

• Customer Business Manager

  • Jan 2013 - Jun 2015

  I'm accountable for a multi-million dollar sales territory, responsible for the organization, management and direction of food product sales through a sales broker and DSD network in my region.



ADW, a division of Acosta

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Business Manager

  • Nov 2004 - Jan 2013

  Exclusive In-house broker serving Costco in sourcing, developing and selling products and services. Business Manager-Mexico Foods Responsible for the sourcing, purchasing, sales and distribution of 8 product departments including frozen, canned and fresh goods, cold cuts and poultry, cheese, beverages and juices, dog food, candy and bread. Serve as main liaison between vendors and Costco Mexico. Supervise proper documentation is provided by vendor to customs broker and Mexican Government… Show more Exclusive In-house broker serving Costco in sourcing, developing and selling products and services. Business Manager-Mexico Foods Responsible for the sourcing, purchasing, sales and distribution of 8 product departments including frozen, canned and fresh goods, cold cuts and poultry, cheese, beverages and juices, dog food, candy and bread. Serve as main liaison between vendors and Costco Mexico. Supervise proper documentation is provided by vendor to customs broker and Mexican Government entities, including Animal Export Certificates and Meat and Poultry Certificates (USDA approved), Certificates of Origin (NAFTA and EUR1). Monitor logistics and product delivery to distribution center. Respond to contingencies or documentation discrepancies coordinating vendor with USDA to obtain proper certificate required by Mexican USDA Counterpart. Track product from point of origin through customs to distribution center, as and added value to customer service. Run weekly reports of in-stock inventory to alert purchasing team at Costco and anticipate any product shortages. Continuously identify and source new suppliers worldwide, evaluating price, product specifications, terms and lead times to approve or modify terms or specifications. Supervise a Sales Service Representative responsible to verify compliance of terms agreed. Show less Exclusive In-house broker serving Costco in sourcing, developing and selling products and services. Business Manager-Mexico Foods Responsible for the sourcing, purchasing, sales and distribution of 8 product departments including frozen, canned and fresh goods, cold cuts and poultry, cheese, beverages and juices, dog food, candy and bread. Serve as main liaison between vendors and Costco Mexico. Supervise proper documentation is provided by vendor to customs broker and Mexican Government… Show more Exclusive In-house broker serving Costco in sourcing, developing and selling products and services. Business Manager-Mexico Foods Responsible for the sourcing, purchasing, sales and distribution of 8 product departments including frozen, canned and fresh goods, cold cuts and poultry, cheese, beverages and juices, dog food, candy and bread. Serve as main liaison between vendors and Costco Mexico. Supervise proper documentation is provided by vendor to customs broker and Mexican Government entities, including Animal Export Certificates and Meat and Poultry Certificates (USDA approved), Certificates of Origin (NAFTA and EUR1). Monitor logistics and product delivery to distribution center. Respond to contingencies or documentation discrepancies coordinating vendor with USDA to obtain proper certificate required by Mexican USDA Counterpart. Track product from point of origin through customs to distribution center, as and added value to customer service. Run weekly reports of in-stock inventory to alert purchasing team at Costco and anticipate any product shortages. Continuously identify and source new suppliers worldwide, evaluating price, product specifications, terms and lead times to approve or modify terms or specifications. Supervise a Sales Service Representative responsible to verify compliance of terms agreed. Show less



Grupo Zeta

• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Purchasing Manager

  • 2004 - 2004

  Responsible for purchasing team, supervising 3 buyers and Warehouse Materials Manager. Oversaw purchasing and negotiation with supplies of valves, tubes, vaporizers, etc. with unlimited budget on SAP. Monitor proper invoicing and payment to vendors working closely with AP. Kept inventory control with daily count. Coordinate on a daily basis with Projects Department to ensure proper availability of needed materials. Achievements: • Implemented SAP program for Supply and Inventory… Show more Responsible for purchasing team, supervising 3 buyers and Warehouse Materials Manager. Oversaw purchasing and negotiation with supplies of valves, tubes, vaporizers, etc. with unlimited budget on SAP. Monitor proper invoicing and payment to vendors working closely with AP. Kept inventory control with daily count. Coordinate on a daily basis with Projects Department to ensure proper availability of needed materials. Achievements: • Implemented SAP program for Supply and Inventory Control, providing training to several other users. • Source new suppliers domestically and internationally. • Source service providers such as customs broker. • Developed a manual for operating procedures of the Purchasing Department. Show less Responsible for purchasing team, supervising 3 buyers and Warehouse Materials Manager. Oversaw purchasing and negotiation with supplies of valves, tubes, vaporizers, etc. with unlimited budget on SAP. Monitor proper invoicing and payment to vendors working closely with AP. Kept inventory control with daily count. Coordinate on a daily basis with Projects Department to ensure proper availability of needed materials. Achievements: • Implemented SAP program for Supply and Inventory… Show more Responsible for purchasing team, supervising 3 buyers and Warehouse Materials Manager. Oversaw purchasing and negotiation with supplies of valves, tubes, vaporizers, etc. with unlimited budget on SAP. Monitor proper invoicing and payment to vendors working closely with AP. Kept inventory control with daily count. Coordinate on a daily basis with Projects Department to ensure proper availability of needed materials. Achievements: • Implemented SAP program for Supply and Inventory Control, providing training to several other users. • Source new suppliers domestically and internationally. • Source service providers such as customs broker. • Developed a manual for operating procedures of the Purchasing Department. Show less



HEINEKEN MÉXICO

• Mexico
• Food and Beverage Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Purchasing Associate

  • 2003 - 2004

  Responsible for the purchasing of all administrative supplies of the Baja California division and all the related operational requirements. Duties included international purchasing utilizing the SAP program for inventory and control. Achievements: • Participating in the initiation of the implementation of the SAP program. • Source and development of new suppliers. • Creation and negotiation of regional contracts with suppliers. Responsible for the purchasing of all administrative supplies of the Baja California division and all the related operational requirements. Duties included international purchasing utilizing the SAP program for inventory and control. Achievements: • Participating in the initiation of the implementation of the SAP program. • Source and development of new suppliers. • Creation and negotiation of regional contracts with suppliers.



Baja Inn,Viajes Tijuana

• Tijuana Area, Mexico

• Administrative Manager

  • 2002 - 2003

  Responsible for the overall administration of the 7 travel agencies and all of their operational needs. Duties included payroll, candidate interviews, financial forecast and negotiations with the Airlines companies. Responsible for the overall administration of the 7 travel agencies and all of their operational needs. Duties included payroll, candidate interviews, financial forecast and negotiations with the Airlines companies.



Samsung Mexicana

• Tijuana Area, Mexico

• International Purchasing Associate

  • 2001 - 2002

  Responsible for procuring electronic components for the manufacture of LCD monitors and realized international purchases in USA as well as in Korea utilizing SAP as the main MRP program. Achievements: • Became skilled utilizing the SAP program without training. • Began purchasing approximately 500 different types of monitor resistances and harnesses from USA and Korea, and after 6 months was responsible for the purchase of power cords for all monitors sold in North America and… Show more Responsible for procuring electronic components for the manufacture of LCD monitors and realized international purchases in USA as well as in Korea utilizing SAP as the main MRP program. Achievements: • Became skilled utilizing the SAP program without training. • Began purchasing approximately 500 different types of monitor resistances and harnesses from USA and Korea, and after 6 months was responsible for the purchase of power cords for all monitors sold in North America and Brazil. • Grew my purchasing budget within six months of my incorporation in the company, from $250k to $4.5mm. Show less Responsible for procuring electronic components for the manufacture of LCD monitors and realized international purchases in USA as well as in Korea utilizing SAP as the main MRP program. Achievements: • Became skilled utilizing the SAP program without training. • Began purchasing approximately 500 different types of monitor resistances and harnesses from USA and Korea, and after 6 months was responsible for the purchase of power cords for all monitors sold in North America and… Show more Responsible for procuring electronic components for the manufacture of LCD monitors and realized international purchases in USA as well as in Korea utilizing SAP as the main MRP program. Achievements: • Became skilled utilizing the SAP program without training. • Began purchasing approximately 500 different types of monitor resistances and harnesses from USA and Korea, and after 6 months was responsible for the purchase of power cords for all monitors sold in North America and Brazil. • Grew my purchasing budget within six months of my incorporation in the company, from $250k to $4.5mm. Show less