Nilangela Jaimes
Procurement Analyst
- Role
- Procurement Analyst at Storm Smart
- Location
- Fort Myers, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nilangela Jaimes
Industrial Engineer with extensive expertise in procurement processes, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, and vendor relationship management. I have a proven track record in cost reduction, contract negotiation, and supply chain optimization. My career was primarily built in Venezuela, where I navigated highly competitive environments facing challenges such as restricted free trade and strict financial transaction controls. These conditions enhanced my skills in strategic planning, risk management, and results-driven decision-making.Over four years, I successfully designed and implemented regional sourcing strategies across Mexico, Colombia, Panama, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and the Caribbean Islands. This experience not only expanded business opportunities but also strengthened my abilities in cross-cultural communication and stakeholder engagement at multiple organizational levels.My key strengths include- Strategic sourcing and category management- Supplier development and performance evaluation- Cost reduction initiatives and process improvement- Negotiation and contract management\"It\'s so hard when contemplated in advance, and so easy when you do it.\" — Robert M. Pirsig
Experience
Procurement Analyst
Apr 2023 — Present · Fort Myers, FL, US
Determine supply needs and research potential suppliers.Act as a liaison and communicate pricing and performance objectives to vendors and suppliers.Identify potential suppliers and test product samples.Negotiate favorable procurement contracts with selected vendors and suppliers.Monitor and forecast the company\'s demand for products to avoid supply shortages.Keep abreast of supply chain related activities in the industry.
Education
Instituto Universitario Tecnológico de Ejido
Associate's degree, Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Instituto Universitario Politécnico Santiago Mariño
Bachelor's degree, Industrial Engineering
2000 — 2005
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