Alexandre Tavares

• Development and monitoring of the annual budget, forecasting revenues, operational expenses, and necessary investments; • Conducting detailed financial analyses to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement in operational efficiency; • Forecasting and managing cash flow, ensuring the availability of sufficient funds to cover operational expenses and financial commitments; • Negotiating contracts with suppliers, service providers, tenants, and business partners to obtain favorable terms, cost reductions, and improved service quality; • Ensuring compliance with contractual terms and monitoring supplier performance to ensure the delivery of products and services as agreed; • Supporting Operations and Marketing departments in budget development and execution of strategies; • Implementing effective financial control systems to ensure the integrity of accounting data and compliance with internal policies and financial regulations; • Preparing and presenting financial and accounting reports to regulatory authorities and shareholders, ensuring transparency and compliance with legal requirements; • Developing and implementing security policies and operational procedures to ensure the safety of customers, employees, and shopping center assets; • Collaborating with the marketing department to develop promotion strategies and events that enhance the customer experience and drive sales in the shopping center.

• Supervision and coordination of accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring adequate cash flow to sustain the operations of the visual communication company; • Rigorous control of expenses and investments, analyzing operational costs and identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reductions; • Establishment and maintenance of strong relationships with banks and financial institutions, negotiating favorable financing terms, credit lines, and banking services to support the company's growth and expansion; • Proactive management of the company's cash flow, forecasting and monitoring short-term and long-term capital needs; • Evaluation and allocation of resources into financial investments that ensure favorable returns and contribute to the company's sustainable growth; • Leadership of human resources operations, including recruitment, development, retention, and motivation of the team; • Collaboration with the sales team in defining competitive pricing strategies and effective commercial policies to maximize company revenue and profitability; • Market analysis to identify business opportunities and development of action plans to expand the customer base and increase market share; • Management of the selection, implementation, and integration process of an ERP system suitable for the needs of the visual communication company; • Definition of administrative and financial policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiency, internal control, and compliance with applicable regulations.

• Establishment of audit strategies and methodologies to ensure comprehensive and effective coverage of Panpharma and Oncoprod organization's activities; • Establishment of audit strategies and methodologies to ensure comprehensive and effective coverage of organizational activities; • Conducting internal audits in all functional areas of the organization, including finance, operations, regulatory compliance, information systems, and risk management; • Identification and evaluation of operational, financial, and compliance risks that may affect the organization's objectives; • Review and evaluation of existing internal controls to ensure their adequacy and effectiveness in mitigating identified risks; • Preparation of audit reports containing findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans for senior management and the board of directors; • Monitoring and support for external audits; • Conducting various investigations and fraud audits resulting in the identification of misconduct, misappropriation of resources, and fraud perpetrated by employees or third parties, as well as defining controls to mitigate the risk of recurrence and, where possible, recovering or reducing losses incurred; • Transparent and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders on compliance and internal control issues; • Leadership and guidance of the internal audit team, promoting professional development and enhancing the team's technical and analytical skills; • Member of the Board and the Compliance Committee, assisting management in making strategic decisions and strengthening the company's compliance policies.

• Development and implementation of strategies to restructure and strengthen the Internal Audit function at Makro Brazil, aiming to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of audit processes; • Coordination of audit activities in Makro Brazil's subsidiaries located in Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru, ensuring standardization of processes and compliance with corporate policies; • Direct leadership of a team of 10 local auditors and coordination of the four audit managers from the subsidiaries, providing guidance, support, and professional development; • Direct reporting to the Executive Director of Audit at Makro's headquarters in the Netherlands, providing regular updates on audit activities' progress and relevant issues; • Local reporting to the Chief Financial Officers of Makro South America and Makro Brazil, sharing insights and recommendations from audit activities to enhance internal controls and risk management; • Monitoring and support for external audits; • Active participation as a member of the Ethics and Compliance Committee, contributing insights and guidance on ethical issues, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance; • Active support in the implementation and enhancement of the Compliance program, including the development of policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; • Development and implementation of training programs related to concepts and techniques of control analysis, risks, and operational and financial processes, aiming to empower employees on audit and compliance matters.

• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing internal audit projects across all operations of Walmart Brazil, ensuring compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, and regulations; • Development of comprehensive audit plans, identifying areas of risk and defining the objectives and scope of each project; • Direct reporting to the Director of Operational Audit, providing regular updates on the progress of audit projects, identified issues, and recommendations for improvement; • Supervision and leadership of a team of 12 auditors, providing guidance, training, and support in performing their duties; • Equitable distribution of tasks and responsibilities, ensuring a collaborative and efficient approach in executing audit projects; • Conducting detailed reviews of key operational processes in Walmart Brazil's distribution centers and stores; • Critical analysis of goods receiving, warehousing, and dispatch procedures, procurement, cash management, and regulatory compliance to identify improvement opportunities and mitigate risks; • Identification of gaps in internal controls and operational processes during audits, providing concrete recommendations to strengthen controls, reduce vulnerabilities, and increase operational efficiency; • Ensuring that Walmart Brazil's operations comply with corporate policies, government regulations, and industry best practices, promoting a culture of integrity and ethics; • Ongoing assessment of operational and financial risks faced by the organization, as well as the effectiveness of internal controls in mitigating these risks; • Close collaboration with business areas to understand their needs and challenges, providing support and guidance in implementing audit recommendations and continuously improving processes.