Jose Carlos Gastelum
@josecarlosgastelum
Experienced IT Category Manager with a focus on procurement strategies.
What I'm looking for
I am an Associate Manager at HCL Technologies, specializing in IT procurement and vendor management. My role involves developing and implementing global procurement strategies for IT services, ensuring that contracts align with business needs while maintaining cost control. I thrive on building strong relationships with IT vendors and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
Previously, I served as a Sourcing Analyst at L'Oréal, where I honed my skills in vendor management and contract review. My experience also includes working as a Business Process Analyst at Johnson and Johnson, where I ensured the availability of materials and managed procurement processes. My educational background in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Tecnológico de Monterrey complements my professional journey, equipping me with the analytical skills necessary for data-driven decision-making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Associate Manager (IT Category Manager)
HCL Technologies
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Managed relationships with IT vendors and developed global procurement strategies for IT services. Led the full lifecycle management of IT Services contracts, from negotiation to renewal, ensuring terms aligned with business needs.
Sourcing Analyst
L'Oréal
Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Prepared and issued Request for Quotations (RFQs) for various commodities and reconciled payments and invoices with Accounts Payable. Managed inventory and vendors, and created metrics reports to analyze company performance.
Business Process Analyst
Johnson and Johnson
Nov 2018 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Ensured material availability and maintained inventory, overseeing the procurement of raw materials. Managed exports from order processing to delivery, including shipping scheduling and invoice preparation.
Procurement Operations Analyst
HP Inc
Dec 2016 - Present (8 years 7 months)
Provided customer service by assisting users in creating and validating purchase orders. Performed risk mitigation and approval of Purchase Orders, and implemented process improvement activities in procurement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Guadalajara
B.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Studied Industrial and Systems Engineering, focusing on optimizing complex processes and systems. Gained expertise in supply chain management, operations, and data analysis.
English Language Centres
English Language Certificate, English Language
Completed an intensive English language program to enhance proficiency in written and spoken English. Developed strong communication skills for professional and academic environments.
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