Antonio Dantas
Managing Director Brazil @ Crane Worldwide Logistics
About
I am the Managing Director at Crane Worldwide Logistics, focused on strengthening the company’s presence in Brazil, expanding strategic partnerships, and developing new business across international logistics, foreign trade, warehousing, distribution, PO Management, and customs brokerage. With 23 years of experience in multimodal operations, supply chain, import and export, and commercial development, I bring a strong track record in Project Cargo and in the Energy, Aviation, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, and Automotive sectors. My career began in operations and progressed into executive leadership roles, consistently connecting strategic vision, operational discipline, and sustainable revenue growth. I have led significant structural expansion initiatives, scaling teams and consolidating key strategic accounts. I also drove substantial growth in both organizational structure and revenue, strengthening the company’s regional positioning. I am recognized for market credibility, the ability to build high-performance teams, and for developing long-term relationships with clients, partners, and industry leaders. I am particularly motivated by solving complex operations, structuring strong teams, and transforming logistics challenges into commercial opportunities. Open to connecting with Supply Chain leaders and executives seeking strategic logistics solutions and sustainable partnerships in Brazil.
Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
Logistics & Supply Chain
Desenvolvimento de novos negócios, Liderança estratégica, Negociação de compras, Gestão operacional, Financial & Budget Management, Strategic Management, Negotiation & Client Relationship Management, Market Insight & Innovation, Relações entre empresa e funcionários, Gestão de vendas, Gestão de projetos, Negociação, Fornecimento, Atendimento ao cliente, Análise de dados, Habilidades analíticas, Atividades de integração de equipe, Logística, Transportes, Gestão da cadeia de fornecimento
Experience

Managing Director Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
• As Managing Director, I lead the company’s business strategy and operations across Brazil, overseeing a team of over 200 professionals. I am responsible for driving new business development, ensuring consistent financial performance, and promoting sustainable growth. • My mission is to optimize operational efficiency, enhance customer satisfaction, and foster a high-performance, innovative, and collaborative culture. I work closely with global leadership to align local strategies with corporate objectives, navigating a dynamic and competitive market while continuously identifying growth opportunities. • Core Competencies: Sales Management · Operational Leadership · Team Development (200+ employees) · Financial & Budget Management · Strategic Planning · Negotiation & Client Relationship Management · Market Insight & Innovation

District Director Brazil North
Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
Assumed leadership of the Northeast region, spanning from Rio de Janeiro to Manaus, with 27 employees in 2018 and steadily grew the team to over 130 professionals over six years, continuously scaling operations to meet increasing business demands. Achieved over 60% revenue growth through strategic business development, operational enhancements, and strengthened customer relationships. Directed logistics and transportation operations across Oil & Gas and international trade sectors, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Managed contract negotiations and implemented process improvements, driving efficiency and cost reductions. Developed and coached high-performing teams, fostering leadership skills and boosting employee engagement. Leveraged market analysis and data-driven insights to inform regional strategy and marketing initiatives

District Sales Manager
RJ, MG, ES, GO & Northeast
Led the sales program and managed sales teams across multiple offices, including Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, and Recife. - Developed and executed comprehensive sales strategies aligned with regional business objectives, consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets. - Held full responsibility and ownership for sales development of large, strategic international accounts, driving significant revenue growth. - Built and maintained strong, long-term customer relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty. - Managed and supported sales teams through targeted training, on-the-job coaching, and regular performance reviews, resulting in improved team productivity and reduced turnover. - Expanded market presence by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in underserved regions and verticals. - Leveraged data analytics and market intelligence to adapt sales approaches, increase competitive advantage, and anticipate market trends. - Collaborated closely with marketing, operations, and logistics teams to ensure seamless service delivery and customer onboarding. - Facilitated clear and consistent communication of sales strategies, market developments, and product updates across the sales organization. - Delivered measurable results, including revenue growth and increased client retention during tenure.

District Sales Manager RIO & BHZ
Rio de Janeiro e Região, Brasil
Leading the Sales Program in Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte District offices. Owning and hitting annual sales targets within assigned territory and accounts. - Responsibility and ownership of sales development of large and strategic international accounts - Building and maintaining strong customer relationships - Responsible for marketing program, including customer marketing events, educational Workshops - Manage and support the sales team through joint account development, regular sales performance reviews, on-the-job coaching and overall sales support - Drive communication of key strategic information (sales strategy, market, service, product updates) to sales organization in the field - Ensure region-wide consistent sales communication through company CRM tool

District Sales Executive
Rio de Janeiro e Região, Brasil
• Responsible for prospecting new customers to Rio de Janeiro Branch; • Promote expansion of Oil & Energy and Project Cargo Services in Brazil for revenue / new services; • Develop new business opportunities; • Relationship developed with main logistics managers; • Idealized and collaborated with local and regional product leaders the development and execution in the field of new product/service launches and value-add product offerings; • Develop and continuously maintain Global Business Plan to identify customer needs and objetives; • Support Global Account Managers to expand value and add logistic services to support the customer global growth objectives; • Ensured region-wide consistent sales communication through company CRM tool;

Key Account Manager - Schlumberger
Macaé e Região, Brasil
• Responsible for the National Oil & Energy logistics operation, both international and oilfield logistics; • Responsible for logistic plan of oversized and project cargo; • Monitor the performance of customs agents, warehouse and transportation companies; • Elaboration and implementation of procedures to services provided by logistics department; • Management of imports, exports, customs clearance, warehousing, domestic distribution operations and supplier contracts; • Elaboration, analysis and negotiation of the bids, whose services are related to logistics; • Responsible for manage and analyze the performance of the team and the suppliers; • Elaboration of management reports and Key Performance Indicators (KPI); • Career development plan of my direct employees;

Distribution Supervisor - Schlumberger Warehouse
Rio de Janeiro e Região, Brasil
• Responsible for the National Oil & Energy warehouse and operational distribution center in Brazil; • Create and implement new procedures in the Distribution Center like Kanban and Fifo method; • Elaboration and implementation of procedures to services provided by logistics department; • Elaboration of management reports and Key Performance Indicators (KPI);

Analista de Importação e Exportação - PSA Group Peugeot Citroën
Rio de Janeiro e Região, Brasil
• Responsible for the provision and supply the production line of Peugeot Citroën Manufacture in Porto Real - RJ • In charge of customer service , shipment coordination by air , sea and land transportation; • Verification of shipping documents; • Demurrage Control; • Monitor the performance of customs department , warehouse and transportation companies; • Drive service improvements to create efficiency; • Elaboration of management reports and Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
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