Luis Alberto Rodríguez Cruz
Industrial Enginner
Comayagua,CM
Summary
Seasoned, results-producing management professional with extensive experience in steering and directing all aspects of operations, administration, budgeting, and equipment maintenance. Proven success in orchestrating multiple projects with competing priorities involving program and people development, safety initiatives, and quality control.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with both domestic and international groups to achieve organizational objectives. Intuitive leader known for inspiring high productivity levels; consistently successful in guiding sizeable cross-functional teams and training, coaching, mentoring, and motivating staff.
Customer-oriented with 25 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
General Manager
Guayacan Farms SA de CV
Comayagua, Honduras, CM
4 2009 - 06.2024
- Oversee grower-producer and packaging plant operations across 200 hectares of farmland
- Manage growing, packing, and shipping of Oriental vegetables, okra, eggplant, cucumber, squash, and watermelon
- Lead the export of produce primarily to the US market, achieving sales over 40 million dollars
- Direct all aspects of operations, including production, administration, budgeting, and equipment maintenance
- Implement continuous process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and product quality
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety standards and regulations
- Oversee farm management practices, including planting schedules, crop rotation, and pest control
- Manage cost control initiatives to optimize resource allocation and reduce operational expenses
- Foster strong labor relations to maintain a motivated and productive workforce
- Develop and maintain robust supplier relations to ensure the consistent supply of high-quality inputs
- Navigate government regulations and maintain compliance within a free trade zone
- Maintain constant communication with customers to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns promptly.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Distribution Center Manager
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
10.2008 - 04.2009
- Managed a 35,000 sq ft
- Facility with 80 distribution routes
- Implemented SPR (Strategic People Resources) program, transitioning from Training Manager to Depot Manager
- Achieved significant improvements in budget control, inventory loss reduction, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Training Manager Distribution
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, CR
01.2008 - 10.2008
- Established a Training Academy for the Distribution Department
- Implemented World Class Manufacturing culture nationwide
- Achieved 40 training hours per person in Distribution, totaling over 60K training hours nationwide.
Distribution Center Manager
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
Tegucigalpa, Honduras, FM
05.2006 - 01.2008
- Maintained budget control with minimal variation, leading the country in performance
- Increased productivity and reduced absenteeism through a productivity bonus system and effective management practices.
Distribution Center Manager
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
10.2005 - 05.2006
- Improved budget control, inventory losses, and productivity, achieving significant cost savings
- Implemented peak period plans and housekeeping programs to meet global standards.
Distribution Center Analyst
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, CR
06.2003 - 10.2005
- Ensured compliance with SABMiller Distribution Standards across all depots
- Implemented Total Product Management Program and other performance improvement initiatives.
Operations Manager
Geotec Honduras
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, CR
11.2001 - 06.2003
- Managed operations for one of the top Central American consulting firms in civil works
- Implemented maintenance and safety programs, resulting in significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Universidad De Las Américas Puebla/Boston College
Puebla , Mexico 01.1996 - 05.1998
Industrial Engineering -
Universidad De Las Américas Puebla, México
Puebla , Mexico 01.1992 - 05.1996
Skills
Strategic Planning
Resource Allocation & Optimization
Coaching & Mentoring
Sales
Farm Management
Labor & Union Relations
Distribution Management
Inventory Control
Transportation & Material Handling
Standards / Procedures
Budget/ Cost Control
Project Management
Customer Service
Food Safety
Grower Relations
Timeline
Distribution Center Manager
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
10.2008 - 04.2009
Training Manager Distribution
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
01.2008 - 10.2008
Distribution Center Manager
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
05.2006 - 01.2008
Distribution Center Manager
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
10.2005 - 05.2006
Distribution Center Analyst
Cerveceria Hondureña S.A (SABMiller)
06.2003 - 10.2005
Operations Manager
Geotec Honduras
11.2001 - 06.2003
Master of Business Administration -
Universidad De Las Américas Puebla/Boston College
01.1996 - 05.1998
Industrial Engineering -
Universidad De Las Américas Puebla, México
01.1992 - 05.1996
General Manager
Guayacan Farms SA de CV
4 2009 - 06.2024
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