Maria Cecilia Valencia
About Maria Cecilia Valencia
Maria Cecilia Valencia is a Senior Buyer at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where she has worked since 2016. With extensive experience in supply chain management, she has previously held positions at Volvo Bus Corporation and Trinity Industries, Inc.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Maria Cecilia Valencia has been employed at Spectrum Brands, Inc. as a Senior Buyer since 2016. In her role, she has focused on enhancing supplier delivery schedules through improved communication and understanding. Her efforts have led to a significant reduction in missing parts by 40%, which has contributed to the overall reliability of the supply chain. Valencia's work in this position has been instrumental in optimizing procurement processes and ensuring timely product availability.
Previous Experience at Volvo Bus Corporation
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Maria Cecilia Valencia worked at Volvo Bus Corporation in various roles. From 2011 to 2013, she served as an OEM Senior International Buyer, where she enhanced supplier delivery schedules and improved communication. Following this, she worked as a Materials Controller and SAP MM and PU K User from 2013 to 2015. In this capacity, she implemented a full SAP system within her department, which improved operational efficiency.
Experience at Trinity Industries, Inc.
Maria Cecilia Valencia was employed at Trinity Industries, Inc. as a Senior International Buyer from 2007 to 2009. During her tenure, she developed a global supply base that resulted in a price reduction of approximately 9%. This initiative not only decreased costs but also enhanced the quality of the materials procured, demonstrating her capability in international procurement and supplier management.
Education and Expertise
Maria Cecilia Valencia studied Business Administration at Universidad Del Valle De México from 1990 to 1994. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in business principles, which she has applied throughout her career in procurement and supply chain management. Valencia's expertise includes supplier relationship management, operational efficiency, and material management.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Throughout her career, Maria Cecilia Valencia has achieved significant milestones in supply chain management. Notably, she has implemented strategies that resulted in a cost reduction and extended payment terms from 60 to 90 days, which improved company cash flow. Additionally, her work has led to enhanced turnover and Just-In-Time (JIT) material management, showcasing her impact on operational performance.