Alma Aliaga
@almaaliaga
Global logistics and supply chain leader driving compliance and cost reductions.
What I'm looking for
I am a Global Logistics & Supply Chain professional with 19 years managing import/export operations, trade compliance, procurement, and end-to-end logistics across North America, Europe, and Asia.
I have led operations supporting more than 50 countries, resolved complex disruptions during COVID-19, and partnered cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to align forecasting, delivery, and inventory strategies.
My achievements include delivering 40–60% cost savings through procurement optimization and achieving a 60% reduction in hardware purchase pricing via strategic supplier negotiations, alongside improvements in delivery performance and customs compliance.
I work with ERP systems (SAP, S/4HANA, Microsoft Dynamics, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, Oracle), build KPI and Power BI analytics, and lead continuous improvement initiatives (Six Sigma, Lean) to drive operational efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Logistics Coordinator
Norca Engineered Products LLC
Aug 2025 - Present (6 months)
Coordinate end-to-end logistics operations managing 15–20 inbound ocean containers weekly from China and export shipments to Mexico under IMMEX/PROSEC, improving delivery reliability and supplier performance.
Led global supply chain and service delivery across 57 countries, resolving COVID-19 logistics disruptions and implementing compliance and vendor strategies that reduced hardware purchase costs by 60%.
Consultant - Monitoring & Evaluation
Alen del Norte S.A. de C.V.
Aug 2015 - Nov 2015 (3 months)
Developed KPI dashboards and executive reports monitoring purchasing activity, cost trends, and vendor performance to identify savings opportunities and improve buyer profitability.
General Manager
RegioStock S. de R.L. de C.V.
Oct 2013 - Jan 2015 (1 year 3 months)
Directed administrative operations, business development, financial controls and import/export coordination, leading teams to improve commercial performance and operational efficiency.
Buyer & Import/Export Assistant
Forney Corporation
Dec 2012 - Jul 2013 (7 months)
Managed cross-border import/export processes between Mexico and the U.S., prepared commercial documentation, ensured NAFTA compliance, and supported purchasing across 30+ international suppliers.
Buyer - Raw Materials & Import/Export
New Process Steel
Jul 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 5 months)
Led steel procurement and customs compliance for manufacturing sites in Mexico and the U.S., achieving a 40% reduction in production material costs and managing inventory for automotive clients.
Buyer Jr.
Trane
Jan 2009 - Dec 2010 (1 year 11 months)
Managed warehouse inventory control and cross-border import operations, released purchase orders and supported supply chain execution at border facilities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Bachelor's Degree, International Business
2004 - 2010
Completed a Bachelor's degree in International Business at Tecnológico de Monterrey, focusing on global trade, import/export processes, and cross-border commercial operations.
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