Alejandro Vazquez Tostado

Strategic Sourcing | Cost Optimization | Vendor Management | MRO & CAPEX Procurement

Experienced Supply Chain and Procurement Manager with 15+ years in the automotive and manufacturing industries. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency through SAP integration, supplier development, and data-driven strategies. Recognized for delivering $100K+ in annual savings, optimizing warehouses, and designing resilient supply chains. Strong background in MRO, CAPEX, strategic sourcing, and global procurement.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Head of Purchasing

Thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems de México, Puebla

Dec/2018 – Present

•Led procurement operations for Puebla and San José Chiapa plants (VWM & Audi).

•Integrated MRO warehouse operations into SAP with barcode scanning, reorder logic, and automated KPIs, reducing obsolescence to 10% and eliminating inventory variances.

•Managed direct and indirect purchasing, CAPEX, and service contracts.

•Negotiated supplier terms, implemented compliance standards, and ensured alignment with Thyssenkrupp guidelines.

•Reduced obsolete inventory by 40% through SAP EOQ strategies, cycle counts, and KPI monitoring.

•Led a route optimization project across two plants (VWM & Audi), implementing milk-run logistics and reducing annual transportation costs by $100K USD.

•Supervised a team of 3 buyers and 2 warehouse operators; accountable for 50% of SSMA department.

Sr. Buyer | Team Lead

Airtex UCI, Tlaxcala

Feb/2018 – Dec/2018

• Handled key supplier accounts (USA), negotiated pricing and expedited delivery.
• Transitioned sourcing of a critical high-precision component from U.S. to Mexico, eliminating premium freight and stabilizing supply.
• Diagnosed and eliminated unjustified air shipments (~$15K/month) through root-cause analysis and supplier ramp-ups.
• Led 4 junior buyers, defined KPIs, and ensured target achievements.
• Developed local and international suppliers, managed PPAPs, and ensured compliance with UL/NOM standards.
• Generated performance reports and collaborated with trade/logistics teams.

Buyer & SQM (Supplier Quality Manager)

Eisenmann México (Pentanova), Puebla

Dec/2014 – Feb/2018

• Managed purchasing of services and materials for industrial projects.
• Developed complete local supply chain for an automotive filtration system (eCube), from scratch to serial production, validated by German HQ.
• Negotiated with suppliers in México, USA, and Germany.
• Collaborated with engineering to design a proprietary injection mold, ensuring technical compliance and cost savings.
• Oversaw BOM compliance, PO specifications, deadlines, and manufacturing quality.
• Ensured supplier support and fulfillment of international project requirements.

• MBA in Logistics & Supply Chain – UPAEP, Puebla, 2012
• BBA in Foreign Trade – Universidad Iberoamericana, Puebla, 2005
• Diploma in Risk Management – Tec de Monterrey, Campus Puebla, 2024
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt
• KARRASS Effective Negotiation Training – KARRASS, 2022
• KARRASS Effective Negotiation Training II - KARRASS 2025
• Diploma in Risk Analysis and Internal Control – Tecnológico de Monterrey, 2024 (96 hours, GPA: 100)
• Commodity and Options Seminar – Chicago Mercantile Exchange