José Colmenares
Procurement and Contracts Engineer
- Role
- Procurement and Contracts Engineer at SUPPLYNET
- Location
- Atlanta, GA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About José Colmenares
Engineer with 11 years of experience in contract management and procurement in the mining, oil, and retail sectors, including roles as a contractor through Supplynet for multinational companies such as Antofagasta Minerals, BHP Minerals Americas, and Glencore. I have led bidding processes and strategic purchases in complex operations in Chile and Peru, demonstrating strong skills in optimizing operational efficiency, generating significant savings, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Key Achievements: • Antofagasta Minerals: Led tenders for 4 mining sites, achieving effective contract management. • BHP Minerals Americas: Ensured compliance with operational standards in non-process infrastructure. • Glencore: Oversaw regional contracts for mining operations, optimizing processes with team management. • CEMIN: Implemented strategic solutions that generated savings across multiple sites. • Oil Industry in Venezuela: Coordinated the fluids department in well drilling with a team under my supervision. Core Skills: • Contract management and strategic procurement. • Team leadership and process optimization. • Experience with ERP systems, including SAP MM and SAP Ariba. I am seeking new opportunities in the United States to leverage my experience and contribute to the success of companies in the industry.
Experience
Procurement and Contracts Engineer
Nov 2021 — Present · Santiago, CL
Engineer capable of managing the procurement department’s processes, from bidding for new contracts to drafting them, conducting negotiations for the acquisition of goods and services, and generating POs in SAP ERP. Skilled in expanding the supplier base, maintaining effective communication with internal clients and suppliers, problem-solving within reasonable timeframes, tracking POs, coordinating on-site technical visits, evaluating economic offers, and awarding contracts. Experienced in globally impactful companies such as Antofagasta Minerals, BHP Minerals Americas, and Glencore.
Education
SAP
SAP MM module” (MM stands for Materials Management).
2019 — 2020
Centro de Adiestramiento Marelca
Operador de equipos de control de sólidos
2013 — 2013
Instituto Universitario Politécnico Santiago Mariño
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
2006 — 2011
Instituto Universitario Politécnico Santiago Mariño
Graduate diploma in industrial project management
2012 — 2013
Drilling Fluids School Proamsa
Training for Drilling Fluids Engineers
2013 — 2014
Baroid Industrial Drilling Products
Drilling FLuids Applications
2024 — 2024
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