

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
Leadership and Team Management
Customer Engagement Strategies
Financial Expertise
Decision-Making and Problem Solving
Communication and Influence
Organizational Change Management
Operational Excellence
Innovation and Digital Transformation
Culture and Global Perspective
Networking and Relationship Building
Risk and Crisis Management
Ethics and Corporate Governance
Results-Driven