Roberto Ruggeri

Definition and execution of the corporate technology strategy. Restructuring and modernization of legacy systems, focusing on scalability, security, and technological sustainability. Strategic role in proposing and implementing emerging technologies aligned with business objectives. Continuous alignment between IT and business areas. Monitoring of technology and business trends, applying corporate ambidexterity to IT.

In my role as a CIO at Controllo IT in Paraná, Brazil, I spearheaded the redefinition of IT strategies for companies, with a strong focus on digital transformation and governance. Leading SAP S/4HANA implementation projects, I provided valuable advisory roles on ERP roadmap, ensuring successful and efficient transitions. As a CIO on demand, I designed comprehensive IT master plans to drive digital transformation initiatives, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and strategic alignment.

Advised on SAP and Business systems projects, managing resource allocation and prioritization discussions. Led multiple workstreams for SAP/Business Systems' implementation and improvements. Established and achieved process improvement goals, recruiting and mentoring team members. Managed vendor relationships for Mynaric AG in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.

Led IT/IS strategic planning and managed all corporate IT/IS activities at Berneck S.A. Painéis e Serrados. Directed SAP S/4Hana Green Field implementation project, defining software solutions for CRM, HCM, and more. Managed IT contracts for software, hardware, and services, restructuring IT strategy for Digital Transformation.

Product Area start from scratch. Management of budget, people, product area structure and strategy. Design and start development of software solutions for Agribusiness and logistics. Management of SAP Consultant specialists, ABAP and C#/.Net developers. Adoption of Agile methodology (Scrum) and Design Thinking concepts.

Managed strategic planning and IT activities for South America, focusing on improving logistics, quality, and manufacturing. Led migration from legacy systems to new platforms, enhancing business reliability and quality. Negotiated IT contracts for software, hardware, and services, contributing to cost-effective solutions.

SAP Project Manager for Logistics Chain. Negotiation and administration of contracts with SAP solution providers. Creation and Redesign of business process on SAP (SCM-Supply Chain Management), focused on logistics and manufacturing. Third Level support for SAP modules PP, MM and WM.

Managed all IT activities for Brose Group in South America plants, focusing on strategic planning and operational efficiency. Led the rebuilding of Data Centre infrastructure in Brazilian sites to enhance reliability and performance. Negotiated IT contracts for software, hardware, and services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality.

Led a team of consultants in SAP-PP implementation projects, ensuring successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Developed technical and functional specifications, contributing to the enhancement of production planning and control processes. Mentored and trained internal staff, resulting in improved team performance and knowledge retention.

Planning activities concerning implementing and/or release changes focused on SAP-PP. Business consultant for production planning and control for Faber-Castell group globally and acting locally in Germany as a consultant for external companies in the Nuremberg region. Analysis and development of technical and functional specifications. Elaboration of requests for proposals, changes and implementation. QM SAP module support.

Innovation, Trends, Digital Transformation, Creativity, Communication, Management, Finance