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Three decades of measurable results
Translating 20+ years of global supply chain restructuring into capital-efficient enterprise sourcing and board-level counsel.
Strategic Procurement & Operational Turnarounds
Executive roles across Electrolux Group, BayWa r.e., Thales International, and Gemalto — leading procurement portfolios of up to BRL 1.5 billion across 10 Latin American countries
08/2025 — 03/2026
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Senior Manager — Product Sourcing LATAM
Electrolux Group · Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
Directed a BRL 1.5B OEM procurement portfolio across LATAM, leading a 6-member sourcing team to execute regional sourcing strategies and strengthen supplier performance.
Achieved 3.4% cost savings amid commodity inflation and FX volatility, recovering USD 1.3M through effective supplier negotiations.
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Transformed warranty and spare parts sourcing to realize 15% cost savings, decrease supplier dependency, and streamline procurement processes across LATAM.
Developed strategic supplier partnerships across China to enhance supply continuity, diversify suppliers, and strengthen regional sourcing resilience.
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01/2025 — 08/2025
Supply Chain & Procurement Director
Independent Advisory · Curitiba and São Paulo, Brazil
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Developed global supplier networks and negotiated strategic contracts to bolster supplier performance and increase business value.
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Led cost optimization, digital transformation, process automation, and ESG compliance initiatives to streamline operations.
Led operational restructuring, maturity assessments, and supply chain risk evaluations to improve performance and resilience.
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Advised mid-sized and multinational organizations on procurement, supply chain, and operations transformation across LATAM.
04/2024 — 11/2024
Operations Director
BayWa r.e. · Curitiba and São Paulo, Brazil
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Directed end-to-end supply chain operations managing BRL 180M annual spend, overseeing an 11-member team across procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
Improved OTD/OTIF by 50% and reduced freight costs by 5% through strategic sourcing and supply chain optimization.
Delivered BRL 300K annual savings through operational restructuring and distribution network optimization
Integrated Brazilian operations with global governance, aligning regional processes to multinational standards
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03/2019 — 01/2023
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LATAM Procurement Director
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Thales International · São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo, Brazil
Directed a BRL 300M LATAM procurement portfolio, leading a 13-member regional team across Brazil and Mexico, with procurement responsibility across 10 Latin American countries.
Delivered cost savings 20% above corporate targets and led complex negotiations with international regulatory authorities in highly regulated environments.
Delivered 30% energy savings, 10% CAPEX savings, and 35% telecommunications cost reduction through sourcing and contract optimization.
Directed the LATAM carve-out and Thales–Gemalto integration, restructuring procurement to ensure continuity and achieve 3.5% synergies.
Led strategic sourcing, industrial projects, and Oracle ERP deployment across Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia, strengthening procurement governance.
Contributed to the successful delivery of Peru’s Electronic Passport project through supplier development and strategic negotiations.
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07/2010 — 02/2019
LATAM Purchasing Manager
Gemalto Cartões e Terminais Ltda · São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Led strategic sourcing, industrial investments, and the Oracle ERP procurement rollout across Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia, standardizing regional procurement governance.
Directed a BRL 300M procurement portfolio across LATAM, managing a 13-member regional team supporting Brazil, Mexico, and regional operations.
Delivered 30% energy savings, completed factory CAPEX 10% under budget, and reduced telecommunications costs by 35% through strategic sourcing initiatives.
Strengthened procurement performance through supplier development and strategic negotiations, facilitating Peru’s Electronic Passport project.
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Engagement Lifecycle
Operational Audit
Strategic Blueprint
Execution & Oversight
Board-Level Counsel
In-depth analysis of existing supply chain structures and procurement workflows.
Developing a custom roadmap for capital efficiency and resilience.
Implementing transformation initiatives with continuous performance monitoring.
Ongoing advisory for governance, risk, and long-term strategic advantage.
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