Andres Thompson Morales

5 years of experience in procurement

WORK EXPERIENCE 

3M San José, CR

Senior Source to Pay Buying Analyst May 2022 – Present 

• Lead multiple improvement and automation projects, resulting in a significant cost savings of over $125,000. 
• Maintain accurate supplier Purchase Info Record by collaborating closely with the sourcing team to ensure up-to-date supplier information. 
• Conduct data analysis to evaluate supplier performance, enabling data driven decision making and continuous improvement strategies. Additionally, provided high standard order management for external stakeholders, enhancing customer satisfaction. 
• Train other team members and provide support as a Subject Matter Expert. 

• Managed end-to-end direct purchase order processes for healthcare, automotive, and indirect services categories, maintaining a high level of accuracy and adherence to procurement policies. 
• Facilitated seamless collaboration between planning, trade, and logistics teams, contributing to timely receipt of goods and minimizing supply chain disruptions. 
• Analyzed open orders, providing valuable insights to the financial team for accurate accruals and timely payments. 

Purchasing Specialist October 2018 – April 2020 

• Managed the procurement process for IT purchase orders, consistently exceeding KPI expectations by ensuring timely and accurate processing of purchase orders. 
• Played a crucial role in ensuring on-time delivery of purchase orders, contributing to the seamless operations of IT projects and minimizing disruptions. 

Investigation Specialist October 2015 – September 2018 

• Performed fraud investigations by analyzing data and identifying patterns to detect fraudulent activities, resulting in significant reduction of financial losses. 
• Led a project aimed at improving the investigation process, resulting in a remarkable 40% increase in investigators' KPIs through enhanced efficiency and streamlined procedures.

EDUCATION 

Fidelitas University Expected graduation: Q3 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Rutgers University of New Jersey Graduation: September 2023

Online Specialization in Global procurement and Sourcing