Luana Vieira

As a Procurement Specialist at Soluparts, I am responsible for developing and implementing purchasing strategies aimed at optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs. Key responsibilities include: - Supplier Evaluation & Negotiation: Assessing supplier performance and negotiating terms to ensure quality and cost efficiency. - Total Cost of Acquisition (TCA): Working to reduce procurement costs by evaluating the full lifecycle cost of products, improving supplier conditions, and optimizing the purchasing process. - Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Collaborating with finance, logistics, and sales teams to align procurement strategies with overall business goals. - Supplier Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable pricing, reliable delivery, and innovative solutions. - Performance Monitoring: Setting up and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure procurement targets are met, achieving consistent alignment with budget goals.

In my role as Team Leader at Soluparts, I managed a cross-functional team that handled the entire process from registration, sales, purchasing, to logistics. I led initiatives aimed at improving team performance and driving sales growth. Key accomplishments include: - Team Management & Development: Coordinating a diverse team, setting performance goals, and conducting regular 1:1 meetings to ensure professional growth and alignment with business objectives. - Process Optimization: Focused on improving the customer relationship strategy, identifying opportunities. - Data-Driven Decision Making: Led data collection and analysis to understand customer behavior, using insights to guide strategic decisions. - Margin & EBITDA Management: Managed the team’s contribution margin, ensuring financial targets were met.

As the Head of Purchasing at 2Way Brasil, I oversaw the entire purchasing process, from negotiation to the follow-up of purchase orders, ensuring smooth operations and cost-effective solutions. Key responsibilities and achievements include: - Supplier Negotiations & Contract Management: Negotiating with international suppliers and managing purchase orders to maintain optimal stock levels at the Hong Kong, US, and German warehouses. - KPI Creation & Monitoring: Developed and tracked KPIs to monitor procurement efficiency. - Team Leadership: Led a team, providing guidance through weekly meetings, and helped implement professional development programs. - Process Improvement: Implemented strategies that reduced procurement lead times.

As an Export and Import Analyst at 2Way Brasil, I was responsible for managing the import and export processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective shipments. Key contributions included: - Freight Quotation & Validation: Managed national and international freight quotations and validations, ensuring cost-efficient transportation solutions. - Supplier & Carrier Negotiation: Worked closely with suppliers and carriers to secure the best pricing and payment conditions. - Supplier Performance Analysis: Created follow-up reports to monitor supplier performance and improve the overall efficiency of the supply chain.

As a Purchasing Intern at 2Way Brasil, I assisted in various aspects of procurement, from order placement to supplier communication. Key responsibilities included: Order Management: Assisted in placing and following up on purchase orders with suppliers to ensure timely delivery. Negotiation Support: Supported senior buyers in negotiating with suppliers to achieve favorable pricing and terms. Shipping & Delivery: Managed logistics by coordinating shipments and ensuring orders were received at the warehouse as scheduled.