Global executive with 20+ years of experience driving strategic transformations, operational excellence, and technology-driven innovation across Procurement, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Logistics, IT, and Digital Transformation in leading multinational companies (Citi, Nestlé, Danone, Braskem, Bayer, Nutrien).
With 5+ years as an expatriate in Germany and the US, I developed strong cultural intelligence and resilience in diverse international environments, enhancing my ability to lead global teams with a shared vision.
Key achievements include successfully leading multi-billion-dollar post-merger integrations at Bayer and Monsanto in the US, Canada, and Brazil, using automation (ERPs, SAP S/4HANA, TMS, Salesforce, RPA) to increase productivity by 40% and reduce operational costs by 20%, driving significant revenue growth.
I excel at building high-performing global teams, fostering a culture of innovation, and driving customer-centric solutions. My leadership approach focuses on strategic clarity, rapid adaptation, and delivering measurable, sustainable results in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
I bring proven execution skills, a global mindset, and a passion for continuous improvement to accelerate your organization’s success and deliver impactful solutions.
- Founded and led the Business Process Transformation division, defining mission, vision, and strategy to support enterprise growth.
- Established and led a multidisciplinary team of 60+ professionals across Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, Sales, Master Data, and Human Resources to drive large-scale transformation and integration initiatives.
- Led post-M&A integrations, ensuring operational continuity, scalability, and strategic alignment.
- Implemented data-driven automation and strengthened cross-functional collaboration to improve efficiency and accelerate decision-making.
- Consistently recognized for delivering high-impact programs on time and within budget.
Key Achievements:
- Successfully integrated Agrosema and Marca Agro with zero Day-One disruptions.
- Directed structured, risk-managed integration plans for Terra Nova, Confiança, Safra Rica, and Bio Rural.
- Developed the comprehensive strategic roadmap for Casa do Adubo, enabling Nutrien's retail expansion.
- Global Program Lead for the Bayer-Monsanto RISE integration in Brazil, reporting to the CEO of Bayer Brazil and the Global Leadership Team.
- Led a cross-functional team of 100+ professionals across Commercial, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Technology, PMO, Change Management, and Communications, ensuring seamless post-merger integration and operational excellence.
Key Achievements:
- Delivered unified processes and streamlined operations, driving efficiency across the combined organization.
- Developed integration governance and risk frameworks, adopted as global best practices.
- Led cross-functional integration and technology harmonization across SAP S/4HANA, Salesforce CRM, TMS, VISTEX, and other platforms, reducing system complexity and enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Aligned integration efforts with enterprise goals and stakeholder expectations, ensuring operational consistency and success.
- Concurrently led LATAM Customer Service & Distribution Excellence, reinforcing regional leadership and operational alignment.
- Led the strategic vision and execution of Customer Service and Distribution Excellence across LATAM, reporting to the LATAM Supply Chain Director.
- Built and developed a high-performing team of 10 professionals, driving customer-centric transformation and operational scalability across multiple countries.
Key Achievements:
- Delivered actionable market insights to enhance customer experience, optimize KPIs, and streamline service processes.
- Designed and implemented a regional operating model across LATAM, reducing service-related operational costs by 7% and improving cross-country standardization.
- Optimized CRM platforms and service frameworks, improving responsiveness by 15% and increasing customer satisfaction in key markets.
- Led risk mitigation and contingency planning, enhancing operational agility and reducing response time by 30%, integrating CRM and Supply Chain systems for real-time data access.
- Led a team of 120 professionals across Order to Cash and Customer Service during the Bayer-Monsanto post-merger integration in North America, reporting directly to the VP of North America Supply Chain.
- Played a key role in positioning Crop Science as a global leader in agriculture.
Key Achievements:
- Designed and transitioned end-to-end Order to Cash processes, aligning global strategy with local customer needs.
- Optimized resource allocation and budget adherence, improving operational efficiency and customer service.
- Led cross-functional collaboration with IT, Product Supply, Finance, and Master Data teams to implement scalable, enterprise-wide solutions.
- Developed and executed business continuity plans, ensuring post-integration stability and performance.
- As part of the Global Supply Chain Leadership team in Germany, I contributed to the creation of Bayer’s Global Blueprint, standardizing commercial and financial processes across multiple countries, including end-to-end Order to Cash procedures.
- Upon returning to the United States, I led the first Global Transition Project, preparing Bayer for the Monsanto acquisition by streamlining processes, identifying opportunities, and aligning with market-specific needs.
- I partnered with local business services and the shared service delivery network to drive country-specific transitions, focusing on organization, processes, and technology.
Key Achievements:
- Designed and developed Bayer’s Global Blueprint in collaboration with five countries, unifying pricing, order management, customer service, credit, and collections.
- Led smooth post-merger transitions, enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining business continuity.
- Strengthened coordination between local business units and global shared services, ensuring performance consistency.
- Implemented proactive risk mitigation strategies, ensuring transitions were delivered on time, within budget, and with full stakeholder visibility.
Led Brazil’s foreign trade operations, managing a team of 12 professionals across imports, exports, and performance management, overseeing US$900M in imported materials. Focused on optimizing international logistics for cost efficiency, regulatory compliance, and supply chain flexibility.
Key Achievements:
- Developed and implemented Bayer’s first Import & Export Performance KPIs, resulting in a 10% reduction in order fulfillment times and a 5% reduction in warehousing costs through optimized storage and performance tracking.
- Led the end-to-end project for AEO Certification, securing approval in 2016 and unlocking compliance and trade efficiency benefits for Bayer, including Bayer Healthcare.
- Directed strategic and tactical planning across distribution network design, improving logistics visibility and operational performance, resulting in a 3% cost reduction and US$2.25M savings through optimized sourcing, warehousing, and transportation strategies.
- Responsible for providing strategic guidance for warehousing services, transportation, and distribution within the domestic market, including managing 8 external warehouses and 5 distribution centers.
- Skilled in managing warehouse capacity, customer demand, and production planning.
Key Achievements:
- Managed and directed multiple logistics projects to improve customer supply methods, enhance the overall customer experience, and identify operational efficiency opportunities.
- Managed export operations to 256 destinations across 80 countries, overseeing 57 contracts valued at US$2.6B and nurturing relationships with 90+ suppliers.
- Implemented Strategic Sourcing in Logistics, including network redesign, contract renegotiation, and KPI development, resulting in a 3% reduction in logistics costs (US$78M), improved delivery predictability, supplier base rationalization, and enhanced service levels.
Strategic Thinking and Vision