Rafael Jimenez

About Rafael Jimenez

Procurement and sourcing leader with 10 years of global experience driving $50M+ in savings through smart strategy, supplier partnerships, and data-driven decision making.I’m a procurement and sourcing professional with around 10 years of experience improving supplier performance, optimizing spend, and building strategies that drive measurable results.At Mattel, I lead sourcing projects that combine analytics and strategy — managing over 100 indirect contracts for Mattel’s main manufacturing site in Mexico, ensuring supplier compliance under local labor regulations and delivering over $50 million in savings through global sourcing, benchmarking, and diversification. I also oversee direct categories such as resin and packaging and delegate across cross-functional teams to align strategy, reporting, and execution.I’ve led cross-functional teams and partnered with finance, operations, and legal to develop sourcing strategies that balance cost, compliance, and long-term value. My experience spans both direct and indirect procurement across multiple categories, including raw materials, facilities, and professional services.Before joining Mattel, I worked in procurement and international trade, where I led an international sourcing team and managed B2B partnerships with major retailers. That experience gave me a strong understanding of both sides of supplier relationships — a perspective I still rely on when leading sourcing initiatives and building partnerships that last.I enjoy finding practical ways to connect data and business goals — whether through RFx execution, spend analysis, supplier negotiations, or cost-avoidance projects. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I bring a global perspective, a collaborative mindset, and a hands-on approach to every challenge.

Experience

1. Sr Sourcing Analyst

   Mattel, Inc.

   Jun 2022 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Oversee 100+ indirect procurement contracts for Mattel’s main manufacturing site in Monterrey, Mexico.Partner with legal, finance, and operations to align sourcing strategies with business goals.Lead global sourcing and contract negotiations for resin and packaging supporting Barbie, Hot Wheels, and UNO.Manage a $100M–$150M supplier portfolio across North America and Asia.Delivered $8M (2023),$17M (2024), and $30M YTD (2025) in savings through supplier optimization and nearshoring.Built procurement analytics dashboards integrating cost modeling, supplier benchmarking, and spend forecasting to enhance leadership visibility and drive data-backed sourcing strategy.

Education

• California State University, Long Beach

  Bachelor of Science - BS

• Saddleback College

  Associate's degree, Undecided

  2009 — 2011

• California State University, Long Beach

  International Business, Business Administration, International Business/Trade/Commerce

  2011 — 2014

Skills

• Supply Chain
• Merchandising
• Social Networking
• Food Safety
• Data Entry
• Spss
• Bill of Lading
• Customer Service
• Strategic Planning
• Market Intelligence
• Leadership
• Social Media Marketing
• Customs Regulations
• Event Management
• Import/Export Operations
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Networking
• Freight Transportation
• Public Speaking
• Public Relations
• Teamwork
• Sports Management
• Spanish
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Freight Forwarding
• Inventory Management
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Satisfaction
• Training
• New Business Development
• International Business
• Environmental Awareness
• Marketing
• Marketing Strategy
• Communication
• Facts