Juan Vanegas

JUAN VANEGAS, MBA, MS, SCM Littleton, CO ▪- ▪-▪ linkedin.com/in/juan-vanegas- EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP: SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS Designing and Executing Strategies to Improve Efficiency, Growth, and Profitability Stellar track record of overseeing $2B in annual expenses, focusing on cost, efficiency, global supplier partnerships, and supply chain optimization. Drove the achievement of Summit Materials/Argos USA’s performance and profitability goals. Known for identifying key opportunities to increase supply chain responsiveness, forecasting, and visibility; leading datadriven process improvements to inform decision-making, reduce working capital through inventory and payment terms optimization, and ensure supply/demand tactical alignment. Proven ability to lead a high-performing global team of 140+ reports; championing innovation, collaboration, efficiency, and accountability. Skilled at developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress against business objectives. Career history of driving a competitive advantage across rapidly growing businesses; implementing supply chain technology that supports real-time tracking, data analysis, predictive modeling, and automation. CORE COMPETENCIES General Management ▪ Divisional P&L Ownership ▪ Cement, RMX & Aggregates Manufacturing ▪ Process Optimization ▪ Strategic Expansion ▪ Post-Acquisition Synergy ▪ Talent Development ▪ Succession Planning ▪ Organizational Culture ▪ Global Supply Chain Strategy & Optimization ▪ P&L Management ▪ Sourcing & Procurement ▪ Logistics & Distribution Operational Excellence ▪ Forecasting & Inventory Management ▪ Supplier/Vendor Management ▪ Regulatory Compliance Cost Reduction ▪ Demand & Supply Planning ▪ Import/Export ▪ Digital Transformation ▪ Automation ▪ Data Analytics Continuous Improvement ▪ Innovation ▪ Team Leadership ▪ Employee Development ▪ Training/Mentoring/Coaching CAREER SUCCESS SUMMIT MATERIALS 2024 to Present *A leading global provider of building materials; acquired by Quikrete as of 2025. Senior Vice President, Supply Chain & Operations Pioneered innovative strategies to optimize P&L across $2B of annual costs. Led a global team of 140 indirect reports and 6 direct reports. Oversaw all aspects of Sales and Operations (S&OP) planning, inventory management, procurement, sourcing, supply/demand forecasting, and more. Negotiated, coordinated, and executed high-value contracts. ü Achieved $36M in cost synergies following Summit’s acquisition of Argos USA. • Lowered prices with suppliers in Turkey and Colombia by implementing a formal request for proposal • (RFP) process in procurement; enabled direct negotiations of spending, including raw materials freight. Slashed expenditures by overhauling the energy procurement policy. Eliminated unprofitable contracts, created synergies to leverage out volume, and utilized forward purchasing to get prices lower than budget. ü Drove 50% cost reduction and a 50K+ MT capacity increase through the Houston Terminal upgrade project. • Cut prices to $9 per metric ton after building the business case to expand the terminal. Achieved buy-in from leadership, including projections to recoup a $48M investment within 2.5 years; allowed for a 25% increase in volume with the potential of reaching 100%. ü Implemented S&OP and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) frameworks to enhance supply chain visibility. • • Secured $1.7M in cost savings after strengthening end-to-end, seamless supply chain operations. Led cross-functional efforts to drive alignment with budgets, trends, and process improvement. Identified and resolved critical gaps across sites, terminals, last mile, sourcing, and sales. JUAN VANEGAS, MBA, MS, SCM ▪ PAGE 2 - ▪- ü Delivered other significant results that propelled sustainable business growth. • • • • Orchestrated $18M in annual savings through negotiations and category spend optimization. Designed and executed a $1B Direct Spend Comprehensive negotiation across 17 states, 700 haulers, and 150 raw material vendors, with more than $15M savings for 2025 P&L. Eliminated $1.5M by directing rail loading, unloading, and demurrage efficiencies. Expanded color masonry production, raising capacity 25% and enabling $35/unit cost reductions. ARGOS USA / CEMENTOS ARGOS 2014 to 2024 *Offering cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates; acquired by Summit Materials in 2024. Vice President, Supply Chain (2023 to 2024) – Alpharetta, GA Upleveled S&OP to meet the increased market demand. Raised the number of imports to drive continued revenue growth; negotiated and closed profitable deals with vendors. Expanded the product portfolio. Built and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders across Sales, Finance, and Marketing teams. Developed a high-performing team. ü Orchestrated a data-driven approach to S&OP, distribution networks, and inventory/forecasting. • Achieved $20M in inventory allocation efficiencies; cut $3M in freight costs; recovered $10M in capital. ü Consolidated multiple vendors across $180M MRO spend, saving $25M in 2 years after leading negotiations; impacted spending across fuel, mixers, and other equipment for ready-mix sites. ü Implemented hosted and punch-out purchasing catalogs to increase supply chain readiness; delivered materials to users on time, ensuring the seamless continuation of operations; P2P efficiencies close to $2M. Senior Director, Supply Chain (2019 to 2023) – Alpharetta GA Drove the achievement of KPIs and excellent financial metrics to keep pace with a competitive market. Leveraged relationships with vendors to mitigate potential supply chain constraints. Analyzed spending, determining the optimal sourcing strategies, and negotiating contracts. Identified and seized emerging opportunities to lower costs. ü Launched far-reaching strategic initiatives designed to accelerate and sustain business growth. • • • Tripled revenue growth within 2 years by expanding imports from 350K to 1.1M tons. Expanded the product portfolio 30% to increase regional market share and profitability. Drove $53M of capital investments, enhancing infrastructure across Houston, Savannah, and Massillon. Supply Chain Director (2017 to 2018) – Medellin, Colombia Led a network of 34 distribution centers and 1,600 trucks, producing 17M tons annually. Drove the strategic planning and execution of supply chain, purchasing, and procurement activities. Negotiated contracts with suppliers to optimize value. Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in alignment with overall business objectives. ü Reduced fuel costs 18% and CO2 emissions 25% by updating the urban fleet vehicle roster; added 13 EVs and 4 bulk natural gas-fueled trucks while stepping in to prevent disruptions to distribution. ü Discovered and seized other high-value cost-reduction opportunities. • • Enabled $500K in savings by designing and implementing data analytics to inform decision-making. Saved $1.5M in annual freight costs by transforming and optimizing logistics operations. Supply Chain Planning Manager (2014 to 2017) – Medellin, Colombia Ensured alignment between demand, supply, and financial objectives. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making. Cut stockouts 65% and DSI 25%. Improved forecasting accuracy to 96%. JUAN VANEGAS, MBA, MS, SCM ▪ PAGE 3 - ▪- ZONA FRANCA ARGOS *Main cement producer for the Caribbean region, including exports from Panama to US and Africa. Production Manager (2008 – 2012) - Cartagena, Colombia • • • Directed clinker and cement production including Colombia’s largest and most modern line (5,250 TPD). Commissioned new cement line delivering 1.6M tons/year, managing startup, ramp-up, and performance optimization. Led plant safety, environmental, and process excellence programs, achieving top quartile KPIs. CEMENTOS ARGOS *Main cement and RMX producer for Colombia Production Manager (2003 – 2008) — Medellín, Colombia • • • Oversaw operations at Rioclaro and Cairo Plants, achieving record cement output in 2007. Improved plant uptime and reliability through preventative maintenance and lean initiatives. Led multifunctional teams across milling, packaging, and shipping operations. EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Certificate in Energy Management (CEM) ▪ The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Graduate in May 2025 Master of Science (MS) in Supply Chain Management ▪ The University of Texas at Dallas Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Project Management ▪ Universidad EAFIT Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering ▪ Universidad Nacional de Colombia Financial Analyst Certification ▪ Escuela de Ingeniería de Antioquia Integrated Business Planning Course ▪ Oliver Wight AWARDS & LANGUAGES Fulbright Foreign Student Program Scholarship ▪ Colfuturo Scholarship 2012 Bilingual in English & Spanish