Jafet Hernández Araya
Jafet Hernández Araya

Supply Chain & Operations Manager

Open to offers · Member since 24 Aug 2026
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Location
San José, Costa Rica
Desired salary
Confidential
Work preference
Remote Only
Experience level
Senior

About

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I am a Supply Chain and Operations Manager with more than eight years of experience building, scaling, and optimizing distribution, logistics, retail, and commercial operations.

I have led companies through growth from startup-stage teams to structured national operations, including scaling teams from 5 to 96 employees and supporting approximately USD 2 million in monthly revenue.

My experience includes international logistics, import and export operations, supplier negotiation, procurement strategy, inventory control, distribution network management, and operational planning.

I specialize in designing scalable systems, internal controls, performance frameworks, KPIs, and organizational structures that improve efficiency across cross-functional teams.

I have implemented SAP Business One to integrate sales, inventory, and finance processes, and I use advanced Excel and ERP systems to support data-driven operational decisions.

I am interested in remote and international opportunities where I can drive supply chain strategy, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.

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Experience

Career history

Operations & Supply Chain Manager Solidpoly Comercial CR

I lead the design and execution of supply chain and distribution strategy for a PVC manufacturing and construction materials business.

My responsibilities include conducting nationwide market research, developing procurement strategy and product portfolios aligned with demand, coordinating regulatory and legal processes for industrial operations and factory setup, and building scalable systems for manufacturing and distribution growth.

Director of Logistics / Operations Manager Importaciones y Exportaciones HF

I scaled operations from 5 to 96 employees by designing the organizational structure, operational frameworks, internal controls, and performance systems across business units. I managed a nationwide distribution network with 26 sales and delivery routes and supported growth to approximately USD 2 million in monthly revenue.

I led international import operations across Mexico, the Netherlands, Chile, China, and Europe. I negotiated with global suppliers and logistics providers to optimize costs and supply flow, implemented SAP Business One integrating sales, inventory, and finance, and designed commission structures and KPI systems for sales and distribution teams.

Retail Operations Manager Supermercado La Bendición

I managed end-to-end retail operations, including inventory, staff management, and supplier relationships.

I implemented FIFO inventory control systems using Excel, developed operational manuals and staff training systems, negotiated supplier pricing to improve margins and purchasing efficiency, and increased sales through promotions, bundles, and commercial strategies.

Education

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Universidad San Jose

Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration, Banking & Finance and General Management

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with emphasis in Banking & Finance and General Management.

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Technical major, English

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