Manuel

Manuel Gomez linkedin Mobile: ( 7 1 3 ) 3 9 9 - 0 0 5 9 77074, Houston, TX - Results-driven executive leader with more than 15 years of experience. Proven track record in strategic planning, operational excellence, team leadership and change management. Focused strategist in achieving corporate success by coaching leaders and establishing roadmaps, metrics and dashboards. Education and Certifications Master of Business Administration - MBA (Strategic management) PMP (Project Management Professional) Black Belt - Lean Six Sigma B.S. in Computer Systems Engineering REGIS University. Project Management Institute. International Lean Six Sigma. ITESO University. Professional Experience Gomco Furniture Industries Managing Director (2012 – 2024) ▪ Orchestrated the execution of diverse projects ($10 M.), leveraging five manufacturing lines and external factories, culminating in on-time delivery and under-budget performance for a key initiative. ▪ Incorporated an agile methodology for cross-functional teams to own their project’s supply chain, resulting in 10% improved delivery timeframes for our customers. ▪ Drove the organization’s strategy, from proposal using key market opportunities, to establishing metrics and objectives for all internal areas. ▪ Built the 5-year business growth-plan, with yearly and quarterly financial reports to the Board. ▪ Accountable for temporary joint ventures resulting in 15% business growth in revenues and profits presented in the P&L statements to the owners. ▪ Successfully led Gomco Furniture to significant growth and profitability, achieving a 20% increase in EBITDA and 20% improvement in cash flow. ▪ Set a robust corporate governance framework, resulting in improved decision- making and risk management, as well as a profitability increase. General Manager (2010 – 2012) ▪ Led the ERP implementation for process improvement and business agility, resulting in costs reduction by 15%. ▪ Responsible for the development of strategic alliances and negotiations for business expansion, as a consequence, the company increased sales by 25%. ▪ Launched a new chain management process that increased acquisition process efficiency by 15%. ▪ Implemented an IT solution for the automatic coding generation for all the materials: Including raw, in process and final inventory. ▪ Managed the implementation of a lean program for our warehouses and manufacturing. Program improved layouts and generated 18% material inventory decrease. Sales Executive Senior (2007 – 2010) ▪ Transformed and implemented effective sales strategies to increase market share and drive sales growth. ▪ Guided large-scale hotel furniture projects for renowned international brands, ensuring timely delivery, exceptional quality, and customer satisfaction. Sales Executive Junior (2003 – 2006) Oaklawn Academy Dean (2006 – 2007) ▪ Responsible of the boarding school life of 50 alumni. ▪ Promoted to guide the human, sportive, academical, cultural and religious formation of 6th and 7th graders’ group of students. Skills Software Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook. Core knowledge of CRM and ERPs. Soft skills Critical thinking, business owner mindset, creative problem solving, public speaking, negotiation, teamwork, coaching, strategic analysis and planning, team leadership and development, disruptive game changer. Methodologies Project management, business metrics and KPIs, revenue cycle management, quality assurance, lean manufacturing, financial metrics and controls, profitability improvement, cost reductions, business development, corporate strategy and well-being mentorship. Languages English French Advanced (C1) Intermediate (B1) Chinese Mandarin Spanish Beginner (A1) Bilingual or Proficient (C2)