Marcelo Moraes Neto

Project Management Officer @ BENTELER Group

About

PMO • Project Manager - responsible for new programs, launch. • Coordinate activities during the definiton of scope, source techinical discussions for SOP • Cost control - guarantee the targets stipulated in budget • Report status and manage deviations to achieve milestones of project Comodity Buyer - twenty one years acting as commodity buyer in automotive market. • Contract Management: Management of local and global contracts, operational control of the supply chain system, development, strategy for chassys/breaks, seat belts, steering system, interiors (car seat) for Shouth America and Europe cluster. • Market research and analysis, driving business intelligence. • Global team member including frequent international travels – Americas, Europe. •Innovation promoter through process and organizational reviews, targeting performance improvements with focus on digitalization (intensive application of PowerBI). • Raw Material Procurement – ferroalloys for special steels, customs, logisitic assessment analyses - raw materials, pricing, negotiation - local and global suppliers, supplier developing, cost reduction. • Experienced profissional in negotiating energy and gas contracts. • Strategic supplier base management oriented to business profile. • Continuous Improvement: Coordinate workshops - VA/VE teams for cost reduction and process improvement - down times, scrap, productivity, OEE, cost comparison based on cost break down, benchmark. • Suppliers development / Cluster strategy - Actively participation in international ccommittees to define commodity strategy. • Risk Monitoring: under definition of mission, vision, values and targets, and BSC application. Implementation basic supply contracts, discuss and negotitate terms and conditions, productivity. • Cost Analysis: Cost analysis related to manufacturing processes (Cost Breakdown Analyses). Experience in purchasing raw material for foundry (scrap, pig iron, resins, etc.). • Developing suppliers - Iron casting parts for automotive - nodular and grey iron. • Responsible for developing new projects for aftermarket market. • Facilities/MRO Buyer: Responsible for the acquisition of services, equipments, energy contracts, IT. • Supervisor of Integrated Distribution Center - Managing client portfolios, issuing invoices for new orders, and local tax legislation. Cargo movement to distribution centers, personnel management, scheduling maintenance for delivery equipment, and cargo shipping. Controlling OTD (KPIs) and handling cargo claims.

Country

Brazil

City

Americana

Industry

Automotive

Skill

Analytical Skills, Business Strategy, International Relations, Data Analysis, Focal Point, Internal Communications, Organization Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Análise financeira, Diligência prévia, E-procurement, Briefing, Grupos focais, Análise de negócios, Instalação de equipamentos, Alto desempenho, Encerramento de projetos, Power, Português brasileiro

Experience

Project Management Officer

Benteler Group

2025-4 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Brazil

Lead project management activities for new automotive programs and product launches. Coordinate scope definition, technical discussions, and project milestones to support successful SOP execution. Monitor project timelines, budgets, risks, and deviations to ensure program targets are achieved. Prepare and present project status reports to management and stakeholders.

Senior Commodity Buyer

BENTELER Group

2022-5 - Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

Campinas, SP

Responsible for procurement strategy and category management focused on stamped components. Develop sourcing strategies balancing cost, quality, supplier capability, and operational performance. Conduct detailed cost breakdown analysis covering raw materials, labor, and machine costs. Lead supplier negotiations and support steel pool initiatives with mills and distributors. Drive supplier performance improvements and cost optimization initiatives.

Senior Commodity Buyer

ZF do Brasil

2021-9 - 2022-4 · 8 mos

Limeira, SP

Managed procurement and strategic sourcing activities for automotive commodities. Conducted supplier negotiations, sourcing analysis, and cost optimization projects. Supported procurement strategy execution aligned with operational and business goals.

Senior Buyer

Villares Metals

2018-10 - 2021-7 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Campinas e Região, Brasil

Responsible for strategic sourcing and procurement of raw materials and industrial supplies. Conducted supplier evaluations, negotiations, and supply chain assessments. Supported procurement initiatives focused on cost reduction and supply continuity.

Senior Commodity Manager

EDC Engenharia at Chassis Brakes International

2018-5 - 2018-10 · 6 mos

Greater Campinas

Managed direct material sourcing portfolio including cast iron and rubber components. Led import activities for aftermarket parts and participated in global commodity forums with headquarters in France. Developed sourcing strategies for new platforms and cost reduction projects. Conducted detailed cost breakdown analysis and supplier development activities.

Senior Buyer

ZF Steering Systems, LLC

2011-1 - 2017-2 · 6 yrs 2 mos

Greater Campinas

Managed strategic sourcing activities for automotive components and services. Negotiated contracts and implemented supplier performance improvements. Supported global sourcing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

MRO / Facilities Buyer

Buckman

2010-2 - 2010-8 · 7 mos

Greater Campinas

Responsible for procurement of MRO materials, services, energy contracts, and IT-related acquisitions. Supported facilities management procurement and operational purchasing activities.

Commodity Buyer

Mann + Hummel

2008-5 - 2009-12 · 1 yr 8 mos

Greater Campinas

Managed supplier relationships and procurement activities for automotive commodities. Conducted sourcing analysis and supplier negotiations. Cost analyses and launch new programs

Aluminium Casting Commodity Manager

ZF Group

2005-5 - 2008-5 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Greater Campinas

Managed aluminium casting sourcing strategies and supplier development activities. Conducted cost analysis and supplier negotiations for automotive programs. Cost and process analyses. Cost reduction.

Technical Buyer - Machined Parts

Grammer do Brasil Ltda

2003-2 - 2005-4 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Greater São Paulo Area

Responsible for procurement of machined components and technical supplier management. Supported sourcing and supplier qualification activities. Costs and process analyses Improvement projects for cost reduction

Distribution Center Supervisor

Unilever

1987-2 - 2000-6 · 13 yrs 5 mos

Valinhos, SP

Supervised distribution center operations including logistics, invoicing, and inventory flow. Managed customer portfolios, transportation scheduling, and cargo shipment processes. Controlled operational KPIs, OTD performance, and claims management. Led operational teams and coordinated maintenance scheduling for delivery equipment.