Hery Zapata
@heryzapata
Supply chain project leader optimizing logistics, inventory, and engineering changes.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Supply Chain & Project Management Professional with 12+ years of experience across international logistics, prototype development, and customer service. I lead cross-functional teams to optimize inventory, manage engineering changes, and deliver projects on time within budget—while keeping stakeholders aligned through clear communication and execution.
In my current role as a Project Manager at Yazaki North America, I lead a team of four specialists in product transitions and prototype launches, driving 100% material availability through cross-functional coordination. I direct the Engineering Change (STA) process, standardize procurement workflows for new part numbers, oversee international logistics to protect Time-to-Market objectives, and improve order entry/material auditing to reduce prototype lead times.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Prototypes Project Manager
Yazaki North America
Jan 2026 - Present (5 months)
Led a team of 4 specialists in product transitions and prototype launches, ensuring 100% material availability through cross-functional coordination. Directed the Engineering Change (STA) process to minimize financial impact and prevent inventory obsolescence, while overseeing international logistics and inventory optimization to protect time-to-market and project continuity.
Prototype & New Product Coordinator
Yazaki North America
Nov 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 1 month)
Reviewed drawings for new part numbers and managed engineering changes to support product improvements. Tracked goods in transit and purchased raw materials for prototype assembly lines, controlled inventory days on hand, standardized codes, and coordinated launch readiness including certifications and quality approvals.
Managed 20+ customer accounts, handling order entry (EDI, PDF, Customer Portal) and daily communications. Tracked goods in transit, coordinated shipping methods, escalated customer special requirements, led order audits and material quote processes, and responded to product/service inquiries including revision updates.
Managed 30+ customer accounts across pre- and post-sale functions, processing transactions by phone, internet, and correspondence. Monitored Critical List DOH & DU, Past Due reports, and Waterfall Analysis, and upgraded shipping methods per liability.
Planner Buyer
Yazaki North America
Mar 2014 - Aug 2017 (3 years 5 months)
Purchased raw materials and tracked international shipments to support assembly line continuity. Managed engineering changes (STA) and supplier/material transitions to prevent obsolescence and production shutdowns, including identifying alternative materials for deviations and covering supervisors during vacation periods.
Assistant Manager, Supply Dept
Morsa Grupo Automotriz S.A. De C.V.
Apr 2008 - Aug 2013 (5 years 4 months)
Developed and maintained supplier catalog materials with Grupo Morsa Mexico, standardizing supplier catalog lists and codes. Built repair kits for major automobile brands and coordinated with suppliers on pricing and purchasing conditions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Instituto Tecnologico de Sonora (ITSON)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Tourism Business Administration
2008 - 2013
Earned a B.S. in Tourism Business Administration from Instituto Tecnologico de Sonora (ITSON) between 2008 and 2013.
Harvard Business School
Management Skills, Business Management
2011 - 2012
Completed Harvard ManageMentor management skills training from August 2011 to August 2012.
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