
As Managing Director with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and trading companies, I have led transformations focused on operational efficiency, customer growth, and profitability. My approach integrates Production/Operations, Costs, Logistics/Procurement, and Commercial/Marketing/Sales, with decisions grounded in planning, innovation, and financial discipline. I have built and led cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious goals, strengthening
product/service quality and customer satisfaction as key performance drivers. In manufacturing—particularly plastics—I have driven improvements to reduce costs and strengthen the commercial front with sustainable results.
I achieved 25% commercial growth in the first two years, expanded nationally, and opened new markets, supported by commercial and receivables strategies (reaching 95% current). In operations and supply, I implemented S&OP, a JIT/Continuous Manufacturing approach, automation initiatives, and process improvements—delivering meaningful reductions: 25% in inventory, 12% in costs, and up to 50% less time in the warehouse, along with increases in production (e.g., 150%). In quality, I consolidated a culture that reduced scrap/rework from 6% to less than 1%. In procurement and deliveries, I improved efficiencies (25% reduction in lead times). I also led supplier partnerships and met international targets, with average annual growth of 15% (2022–2024).
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