ISAAC BARRANTES CHAVES
Cartago
Summary
Results-oriented MBA in Finance with over 12 years of supply chain management experience. Proven track record of effective cross-functional collaboration, optimizing product availability, and mitigating supply risks. Strong SAP expertise in APO and OMP, coupled with a digital mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Demand Planner and Ecosystem Partner
Roche
06.2023 - Current
- Guaranteed proper demand for products across Central America and the Caribbean (23 countries) to achieve a $261 million annual business plan target and ensure patient therapy.
- Led and proposed projects to avoid write-offs and high inventory in the warehouse, demonstrating a focus on mitigating obsolescence and optimizing inventory levels.
- Acted as the key point of contact between markets and the business to escalate supply issues, ensuring timely information on inventory levels and production schedules.
- Utilized APO and OMP for supply chain planning and optimization.
- Drove constant improvement of processes, including the proposal and implementation of S&OP for the Business Operations Department.
- Initiated demand process improvement and provided refresh training of supply chain and demand planning in the 23 countries of Central America and the Caribbean (CCAV).
Senior Supply Chain Planner
Medtronic
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Analyzed, developed, and implemented long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals, aligning with supply targets.
- Supported business execution of new programs and initiatives that include promotional activities, forecast and coordination for key events, new product launches, and network redesigns, ensuring planning horizons were met.
- Monitored key sales and operations planning performance indicators, cost-to-serve performance data, and coordinated cross-functional work teams to increase effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.
- Leveraged APO for supply chain planning and management.
Supply Planner
Pfizer
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Led supply chain projects in Latin America: new product launches, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) change, artwork changes, shelf life extensions; etc, demonstrating experience with complex product lifecycle management.
- Managed the inventory of my portfolio of products: guarantee proper level of inventory (on time and on quantity), avoid write off cost, propose improvement projects for the supply chains, directly contributing to product availability and risk mitigation.
- Served as the point of contact between Pfizer's global manufacturing plants and the markets, facilitating timely information flow.
NPI Buyer
Zollner Electronics
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Participated in research and development projects and new product launches.
- Served as the first point of escalation for buyers to solve their materials supply issues, showcasing problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Responsible for direct material costs for assigned projects and products (material portfolio), including systematic monitoring of direct material costs in serial production and prompt introduction of suitable measures-action items.
Logistics and Transportation Analyst Subject Matter Expert
3M Global Service Center
06.2017 - 04.2018
- In charge of introducing data in legacy systems and SAP to guarantee the correct exportation of 3M products from the United States to Canada, indicating strong SAP knowledge.
- Planned the logistics of return goods with carriers in the United States.
- Provided follow up with 3M customers and carriers of the scheduled shipments, coordinating customs clearance and monitoring shipping status.
- Participated in ERP Process Integration Testing, User Acceptance Testing and Day in a Life Testing scenarios.
Master Data Analyst Subject Matter Expert
3M Global Service Center
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Oversaw the creation of materials in SAP for 3M's Industrial Business Group.
- Resolved master data issues in timely and accurate method according to Service Level Agreement.
- Identified opportunities to improve data quality and reduce cycle time, reflecting an operational excellence mindset.
- Led productivity projects in Material Create work stream.
Material Supply Management Analyst
Procter and Gamble
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Solved supply issues to guarantee the continuity of the production in the manufacturing plants of Fabric and Home Care business unit in Latin America.
- Negotiated the planning parameters with the suppliers located around the world.
- Led, implemented and contributed with projects of savings in cost and inventory, demonstrating a results-oriented approach.
Education
Master in Business Administration - Finance
Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica
12.2020
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Universidad de Costa Rica
12.2015
Conversational English Technician - undefined
Universidad de Costa Rica
01.2011
Skills
- Sales and operations planning
- Analytical forecasting skills
- Data analysis
- SAP software proficiency
- Proficient in OMP demand planning
Certification
- Green Belt Transactional Training, 3M Lean Six Sigma March 2018 - March 2018
- This demonstrates experience in operational excellence.
- ITIL Foundation certificate in IT Service Management, Acquiros March 2016 - March 2016
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Demand Planner and Ecosystem Partner
Roche
06.2023 - Current
Senior Supply Chain Planner
Medtronic
07.2022 - 06.2023
Supply Planner
Pfizer
09.2019 - 06.2022
NPI Buyer
Zollner Electronics
04.2018 - 08.2019
Logistics and Transportation Analyst Subject Matter Expert
3M Global Service Center
06.2017 - 04.2018
Master Data Analyst Subject Matter Expert
3M Global Service Center
06.2016 - 06.2017
Material Supply Management Analyst
Procter and Gamble
09.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Universidad de Costa Rica
Conversational English Technician - undefined
Universidad de Costa Rica
Master in Business Administration - Finance
Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica
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