VIRGINIA BOHORQUEZ RODRIGUEZ 3042 Rodrick Circle, Orlando, Florida 32824 407.255.0002 virginiabohorquez@hotmail.

com ~ JOB TITLE ~ QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY Performance-driven, multifaceted, and highly motivated professional, with over 1 5 years of progressive experience in various fields, encompassing supply chain m anagement, project/program management, purchasing operations, and strategic acco unt management; exemplify extensive experience in the area of internal sales coo rdination and customer service. Possess strong track record of success in intens ifying programs, building and maintaining strong organizational relations, and c reating focused programs to meet organizational objectives. Demonstrate outstand ing interpersonal skills and the ability to promote positive working relationshi ps with all levels of management through streamlined communication in critical c onditions. Show solid skills in leveraging team development through effective su pervision. Other core strengths include: Quickly respond to changing circumstances, assess problems, and formulat e comprehensive decisions to achieve positive change Multilingual communicator; fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and g eneral knowledge in French and German languages Proficient in utilizing various Windows Operating Systems (95, 98, 2000, XP, 7), Microsoft Office applications (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel), Mac Pl atforms, Internet Navigator (Mozilla, Netscape, Explorer), ACCPAC International, Broker, SAP, Profit Plus, Saint, and MRP/ERP Systems

AREAS OF EXPERTISE Project/Program Development and Management Negotiation and Communication Skills Professional Presentations and Documentation Leadership, Training, and Team Building Administrative Support and Management Strategic and Tactical Planning Relationship Building and Management Continuous Process Improvements Vendor/Change Management Performance Evaluation/KPI Methods

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TODAY | Palma de Moron, FL, USA PROJECT MANAGER 2007Present Take charge of directing the overall operations and coordination of purc hasing Demonstrate exceptional expertise in conducting thorough reviews and dev eloping new projects Effectively perform various duties and functions related to controlling costs and creating reports for submission to shareholders Observe full compliance with all company policies in coordinating projec t and its development

Orchestrate daily duties including handling of daily procurement functio ns, such as price inquiries, quotations, purchase orders, and invoicing while ex emplifying high level of diligence in sourcing clients and obtaining proposals Utilize excellent communication skills in negotiating with vendors and s ervice providers for equipment, parts, and services Career Highlights: Assumed lead role in resolving various post shipment problems and issues pertaining to defective goods, shortages and/or averages, and returns that resu lted to total customer satisfaction; the efforts increased the number of referra ls and repeat business Significantly improved team performance by creating, developing, and uti lizing KPI method in assessing the teams output; submitted results to shareholders to facilitate in creating high-stake decisions Successfully built and fostered strong business relationship with new an d existing customers/investors through developing high-level presentation, which brought more than $500K worth of revenue RHODIA ACETOW | Venezuela PURCHASE MANAGER 20062007 Administered all aspects of international purchasing for raw materials a nd spare parts while displaying expertise in providing best practices, qualities , and delivery times Ensured the highest standards of all products through observance of its quality while utilizing expertise in using MRP systems Demonstrated excellent leadership skills in handling, directing, and sup ervising team members toward achievement of common goals Worked efficiently in supporting the regional tender with various catego ries, such as chemicals, forklifts, among others Career Highlights: Ensured zero mistake in providing services related to part numbers by or ganizing and keeping a comprehensive record of all purchased orders Made major contribution in generating over $20K savings from the budget of $200K SMURFIT KAPPA | Valencia, Venezuela INTERNATIONAL PURCHASE COORDINATOR 20032006

Utilized benchmarking in developing strategic alliances with suppliers f or three regions plants Rendered excellent service in importing licenses and conducting special import permits for certain materials Career Highlights: Played a vital role in accomplishing and acquiring better credit terms w ith service suppliers

EARLIER CAREER STRATEGIC ACCOUNTS JUNIOR MANAGER MAERSK | Belgium (Benelux) | 20002001 INTERNAL SALES COORDINATOR/ EQUIPMENT CONTROL AND OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

MAERSK SEALAND | Valencia, Venezuela | 19962000

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING Santiago Mario University | Venezuela International Commerce Specialist | (CELAC, Venezuela) Certificate of Training ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management Systems Requirements and Implementation Certified Customer Service and Supply Chain Manager

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Total Productive Maintenance | Purchase Processes | Credit Letters | Positive Ne gotiation Skills | Research and Development of Strategic Suppliers

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION APICS Organization (Association for Operations Management)