Anderson Santos

• Responsible for structuring and leading procurement activities to support the company’s market establishment and operational scaling in Brazil, ensuring operational readiness and continuity for vehicle commercialization. • Lead sourcing initiatives across Logistics & Operations, Product Compliance, Local BOM, Engineering Services, Homologation, Product Planning, and After Sales. • Drive supplier development initiatives for vehicle localization and regulatory compliance, managing local and global supplier alignment. • Support the implementation and structuring of procurement governance, policies, procedures, and operating model in a greenfield operation. • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including logistics, engineering, product, homologation, and aftersales teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives. • Participate in strategic negotiations focused on cost optimization, lead time reduction, operational efficiency, and service quality improvements. • Support the deployment and structuring of procurement systems, including SAP S/4HANA implementation. • Actively contribute to the setup and transformation of the procurement function, defining processes, governance structure, responsibilities, and operational workflows. • Ensure alignment with global procurement standards and corporate compliance guidelines.

• Responsible for an annual spend of ~R$ 120M across multiple indirect categories, with a primary focus on IT/IS (Information Technology & Security), Digital Initiatives, and Energy/Utilities. • Lead LATAM (Latin America) Procurement Strategy for the Connected Car project, spearheading high-complexity sourcing for IoT (Internet of Things) and Telematics solutions across the region, including current negotiations for MNO (Mobile Network Operator) and ERC (Emergency Recall Center) providers. • Lead procurement strategy for IT solutions, including hardware, software licensing (SaaS - Software as a Service / IaaS - Infrastructure as a Service), cloud services, consulting, and emerging digital technologies. • Manage strategic Energy sourcing and regulatory transitions, overseeing photovoltaic (solar) energy initiatives and the management of "Fio B" / TUSD (Distribution System Usage Tariffs) impacts to optimize costs and ensure energy efficiency. • Lead the negotiation and implementation of a BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) Water Treatment Plant, managing the process from supplier selection to long-term governance with zero initial CAPEX (Capital Expenditure/Investment). • Drive Sustainability (ESG - Environmental, Social, and Governance) and Environmental initiatives, managing complex utility contracts, biogas projects, and water treatment solutions to align procurement with global corporate goals. • Implement digital procurement solutions, including in-house systems and SharePoint for document management, improving process efficiency and data-driven decision-making. • Manage supplier development and high-stakes negotiations, securing consistent savings, improving service quality (SLAs - Service Level Agreements), and ensuring strict compliance with internal policies.

• Responsible for the strategic management of indirect procurement categories across Latin America, including MRO, Utilities (energy, water, biogas), Packaging, Environmental Services, Facilities, Corporate Security, and Corporate Travel. • Manage an annual budget of €9 million and oversee €5 million in investments related to indirect materials, services, and consumables, ensuring compliance with Delegation of Authority (DOA) guidelines. • Led the development and implementation of a centralized procurement platform using SharePoint, increasing control, transparency, and operational efficiency. • Conduct RFI, RFQ, and RFP bidding processes, leading supplier negotiations that result in cost reductions, service optimization, and contract standardization. • Structured procurement clusters to drive value creation through integrated contracts and sustainability-aligned KPIs. • Developed suppliers, renegotiated key contracts, and implemented Power BI dashboards and automation tools (Microsoft Lists, Power Automate) to support data-driven decisions. • Participated in the post-Renault Alliance procurement restructuring, aligning policies with new corporate and regional governance standards. • Act as a business partner to internal stakeholders, aligning local needs with regional sourcing strategies and supporting ESG, energy efficiency, and packaging redesign initiatives.

• Managed IT/IS supplier relationships for Renault and Nissan brands within the Alliance, focusing on consulting services, software licenses, hardware, and IT infrastructure contracts. Oversaw an annual budget of €15 million in expenses and €25 million in investments. • Led end-to-end strategic sourcing processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) for IT/IS categories, ensuring competitive sourcing and alignment with corporate strategic objectives, delivering cost savings and service improvements. • Implemented procurement platforms leveraging Microsoft Lists and Power Automate to streamline workflows, increase process transparency, and improve operational efficiency. • Developed and deployed a customized procurement portal, enhancing sourcing efficiency and stakeholder visibility throughout the purchasing cycle. • Collaborated closely with IT, finance, legal, and compliance teams to ensure contract compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with corporate governance. • Played a key role in supplier development programs, fostering innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic partnerships.

• Led cross-functional project teams across Purchasing, Engineering, and Finance to implement strategic cost-reduction initiatives, including right-sizing projects, model year changes, and consigned parts management. • Accountable for the performance of the Project Purchasing Management (PPM) department, ensuring project milestones, deadlines, and cost targets were consistently met. • Conducted supplier development and benchmarking initiatives across regions to ensure competitive sourcing and supplier performance aligned with company standards. • Managed sourcing and negotiation of materials and services for strategic projects, prioritizing cost optimization, quality, and timeline adherence. • Monitored and analyzed project-related KPIs, ensuring full visibility and control over procurement performance. • Developed cost analysis reports and strategic purchasing dashboards to support high-level decision-making and corporate objectives.

• Responsible for the full procurement of all CAPEX investments related to the adaptation of the production line for the launch of the new truck model. • Managed sourcing and negotiations for MRO, manufacturing services, and facilities, overseeing an annual portfolio of €10 million, in addition to €15 million in spot and CAPEX purchases. • Planned and executed purchase requisitions across key indirect categories such as HR, Marketing, IT, Manufacturing, and Facilities, with a strong focus on efficiency and cost reduction. • Developed strategic KPIs to optimize procurement processes, enhance visibility, and ensure operational excellence. • Negotiated supplier contracts, securing advantageous terms while ensuring alignment with corporate compliance and procurement policy.

Managed and controlled approximately 500 items using SAP MRP, ensuring material availability and preventing production line stoppages. Monitored purchase orders and negotiated pricing, lead times, and terms with both local and international suppliers to secure the best procurement conditions. Supported the development and structuring of logistics-focused projects, contributing to process optimization and cost reduction. Negotiated minimum order quantities, lead times, and packaging standards to improve supply chain efficiency. Prepared and analyzed daily reports (KPIs, Red Light, Missing Dates, Delay Charts) to support management in strategic decision-making.

Supported the management of employee benefits and recruitment processes for operational roles, ensuring proper alignment between candidate profiles and job requirements. Assisted in the coordination and delivery of training sessions, contributing to workforce development and skills enhancement. Managed documentation related to onboarding and offboarding processes for both direct employees and third-party contractors, ensuring compliance with labor regulations. Oversaw administrative HR processes, including data entry into internal systems and validation of employee records for accuracy and consistency.