Jasonias Neves Andrade Da Silva
Curitiba
Summary
I am proactive and self-motivated with a proven track record in developing effective strategies to drive exceptional results. Possess strong negotiation, customer service, human resource management skills, coupled with a demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and synergy within diverse teams. Extensive technical expertise in steel/metallurgy processes and refractory application. Accumulated over nineteen years of experience in steel production, with four and a half years in the refractory industry as a Marketing and Technology Manager and Sales Manager in South America. Cultivated an extensive network of contacts among influential professionals and leaders within the Gerdau, Nucor Steel, and CMC Groups across the United States, Canada, and South America, as well as key suppliers of raw materials for steel manufacturing.
Legal Permanent Resident: Green Card holder.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Gforte Steel
Curitiba, Parana, Brazil
01.2020 - 03.2024
- Responsible for overseeing strategic planning, financial management, sales, operations, and customer relationship management within a steel distribution company. Tasks included developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve business goals, managing budgets, financial reporting, and cost control measures. Led sales and marketing efforts to expand market share, set sales targets, and develop pricing strategies. Managed day-to-day operations, including inventory management, production scheduling, and logistics. Built and maintained strong relationships with key customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
Regional Sales Manager
Vesuvius Refractories
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Leanding a team of specialists to provide high-temperature application solutions for steelmaking, specifically focusing on refractories for melt shops and installation services in Brazil and select clients in South America. With full P&L accountability, I oversee contract management, long-term agreements, new product development, team development, and the implementation of strategic action plans to expand the Flow Control and Advanced Refractories business unit, all while ensuring unmatched value delivery to our customers.
Marketing & Technology Manager
Vesuvius Refractories
05.2015 - 05.2018
- As a Marketing & Technical Manager, I led the Marketing & Technology department within the Flow Control division. I was responsible for developing and executing new refractories products strategies, overseeing technical testing with customers, and supporting the implementation of new technologies and process monitoring at the factory. Additionally, I provided technical assistance to the sales team, contributing to improved profit margins through strategic cost reduction initiatives and enhancing the performance of refractory materials.
Technical Manager
Gerdau Group
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Manager of the Refractories Technical committee at Gerdau in South America. Responsible for leading innovation and improvement projects in the refractories area at the steel company.
- Internal consultant for projects related to increasing the performance of refractories in Long and Flat steel mills.
- Coordinator of improvement projects in the metallurgical process with a focus on optimizing inputs in Melt Shop (saving US$ 3,4 M).
- Consulting and technical support in the secondary refining process at the Gerdau Sayreville mill, NJ and Gerdau Charlotte, NC.
- Coordination of the Gerdau project called “Sister Plants” promoting exchanges of experiences and best practices between the various melt shops which are part of the Gerdau Group.
Melt Shop Process Engineer
Gerdau Group
06.2011 - 02.2013
- Led process optimization efforts to improve efficiency and reduce costs in steel production.
- Conducted in-depth data analysis to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
- Supervised and executed tests and experiments to enhance product quality and meet technical specifications.
- Coordination of project Six Sigma Black Belt to reduce the Melt Shop metallic losses (saving US$ 1 million/year).
- Coordination of project to increase the energy efficiency of the Electric Furnace Arc, (saving US$ 500k/year).
- Managed teams of technicians to ensure successful technical project execution.
Continuous Casting Engineer
Gerdau Group
05.2009 - 06.2011
- Coordination of routine activities which are part of the processes of continuous casting and quality control of the melt shop billets
- Management of crew, equipment productivity, contractors and costs related to these activities
- Coordination of the project to increase the operational performance of Continuous Casting and reduce scrap losses, (Saving US$ 600K/year)
- Developing and implementing standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and safety of operations
- Ensuring compliance with quality, health, safety and environmental standards in the continuous casting process.
Refractories Manager
Gerdau Group
05.2005 - 05.2009
- Coordination of routine activities in refractory processes and inventory control of steelmaking inputs
- Management of the refractories suppliers contracts, equipment costs and productivity
- Management of the refractories maintenance and operation team (25 people)
- Conducting inspections and analysis of refractories in use, identifying and resolving problems and failures
- Developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs to extend the life of the refractories.
Education
Master's Degree - Materials Engineering
Federal University of Paraná
Curitiba, PR01.2013
Postgraduate - Metallurgy Advanced Level
Gerdau Group and Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul
Curitiba, PR01.2008
Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Production Engineering
University Estácio of Paraná
Curitiba, PR01.2006
Skills
- Performance Management
- Marketing Analytics
- Driving Results
- Staff Management
- Production Management
- Quality Management
- Project Management
- Finance Management
- Leadership and team building
- Effective leader
Legal Permanent Resident
Green Card holder.
References
- Mr. Rafael Bruch, Operation Manager at Gerdau US, +1 (517) 416-5789
- Mr. Valmor Carmino, Melt Shop Supervisor at Nucor Steel, +1 (734) 625-3320
- Zilmar Cardoso, Engineering Manager at CMC Group, +1 (763) 501-7480
- Mr. Felipe Nonaka, Sales VP at RHI Magnesita, +1 (717) 891-7244
- Mr. Manuel Delfino, Vice President Foundry at Vesuvius US, +1 (216) 390-6682
Certification
Six-Sigma methodology expert – Black Belt level
Parachute and Motorcycling
I'm passionate about the thrill of skydiving, embracing the rush of jumping from planes and feeling the ultimate freedom of freefalling through the sky.
Riding motorcycles is my passion. Whether I'm cruising along scenic routes or enjoying smooth roads, I love the sense of freedom and adventure that comes with exploring the open road on two wheels.
Additional Information
Professional Reference:
1. Mr. Rafael Bruch (Operation Manager at Gerdau US) Cell.: +1 (517) 416-5789
2. Mr. Valmor Carmino (Melt Shop Supervisor at Nucor Steel) Cell.: +1 (734) 625-3320
3. Zilmar Cardoso (Engineering Manager at CMC Group) +1 (763) 501-7480
4. Mr. Felipe Nonaka (Sales VP at RHI Magnesita) Cell.: +1 (717) 891-7244
5. Mr. Manuel Delfino (Vice President Foundry at Vesuvius US) Cell.: +1 (2160 390-6682
Languages
Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Intermediate (B1)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
General Manager
Gforte Steel
01.2020 - 03.2024
Regional Sales Manager
Vesuvius Refractories
05.2018 - 12.2019
Marketing & Technology Manager
Vesuvius Refractories
05.2015 - 05.2018
Technical Manager
Gerdau Group
02.2013 - 05.2015
Melt Shop Process Engineer
Gerdau Group
06.2011 - 02.2013
Continuous Casting Engineer
Gerdau Group
05.2009 - 06.2011
Refractories Manager
Gerdau Group
05.2005 - 05.2009
Master's Degree - Materials Engineering
Federal University of Paraná
Postgraduate - Metallurgy Advanced Level
Gerdau Group and Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul
Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Production Engineering
University Estácio of Paraná