Ruben Mensi

Supply Chain Coordinator @ ARAXÁ ENGENHARIA

About

Procurement and Supply Chain leader with 14+ years of experience accress renewable energy, consumer technology and naval industry, combining strategic sourcing, complex negotiations, supplier management and procurement transformation.I currently coordinate Supply Chain activities supporting Solar PV, BESS, Transmission and Distribution and EPC projects, with responsibility across strategic negotiations, supplier development, contract management, sourcing strategies, inventory and materialsmanagement, and cross-functional project execution.My experience combines the commercial and operational sides of Procurement: from identifying and developing suppliers, negotiating complex supply agreements and managing international sourcing to improving processes, implementing systems and creating greater visibility over procurement performance.Throughout my career, I have worked with international suppliers and supply chains, including supplier development activities in China, import/export operations and global sourcing initiatives.I also have a strong interest in the intersection between Procurement, Technology and Project Management. My background includes ERP/CRM environments, procurement process implementation, Jira, Agile/Scrum and ISO standards, allowing me to act as a bridge between Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Finance and technology teams.Core areas of expertise:* Strategic Sourcing & Procurement* Supply Chain Management* Vendor & Supplier Relationship Management* Contract Negotiation* Procurement Transformation* Global / International Sourcing* Cost Optimization* Project Management* Cross-functional Leadership* ERP & Process Implementation* Renewable Energy - Solar PV, BESS and T&DFrom Argentina, but based in Brazil, with extensive LATAM experience and multicultural background, I work professionally across English, Portugues and Spanish environments.

Country

Brazil

City

Florianópolis

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Skill

Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Operations, SAP Ariba, Resolving Issues, Product Planning, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Supply Planning, Infor Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Implementation Plans, Business Process, Implementation Experience, Demand Management, Business Analytics, eSourcing, Spoken English, Supplier Performance, Supplier Evaluation, Resource Coordination, Presentation Skills, Customer Requirements

Experience

Supply Chain Coordinator

ARAXÁ ENGENHARIA

2023-10 - Present · 3 yrs

Florianópolis, SC

Leading and coordinating Supply Chain and Procurement activities spporting Solar PV, BESS, Transmission & Distribution and EPC projects. Key responsibilities and areas of impact: * Lead strategic sourcing, negotiations and supplier management acress major equipment and service categories, including PV modules, solar inverters, mounting structures, BESS, substation equipment, transmission-line equipment and EPC and O&M services. * Coordinate procurement priorities, team activities and cross-functional interfaces, connectiong Supply Chain with Engineering, Project Management, Finance, Operations and other stakeholders. * Develop sourcing strategies and alternative supply sources to improve competitiveness, supply-chain flexibility, risk management and project execution. * Lead supplier development and relationship management, including international manufacturers and strategic sourcing initiatives. * Manage and support complex commercial negotiations, supplier agreements and procurement decisions with focus on cost optimization, risk, delivery and contractual conditions. * Support inventory and materials strategies, balancing project requirements, availability and stock exposure. * Lead procurement transformation and continuous-improvement initiatives, including process redesign, systems implementation, procurement controls and performance visibility. * Support the development and implementation of digital tools and workflows for procurement demand management, supplier propostals, comparative analysis, savings visibility, delivery confirmation and procurement KPIs. * Contribute to business-development (BD) and project initiatives involving new technologies and supply markets, particularly Solar PV and BESS.

OEM Solar Business Procurement Executive

Intelbras

2022-1 - 2023-10 · 1 yr 10 mos

São José, SC

OEM Solar Business Procurement Executive. Focus on Solar Photovoltaic Modules, Mounting Structures, Lithium Batteries and Utility Projects. New businesses development (more than 110 usd closed deals) with strategic negotiation and procurement skills on new sources of supply and improving the supply chain operations for better attend the needs of the Solar Segment.

Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Intelbras

2017-11 - 2022-1 · 4 yrs 3 mos

São José, Santa Catarina, Brasil

Raw Materials Supply Chain Analyst, with focus on Logistics, Import Processes, Stock Management, Purchasing orders, Suppliers Backlogs and Scheduling,Raw Materials Supply Chain Analyst, with focus on Logistics, Import Processes, Stock Management, Purchasing orders, Suppliers Backlogs and Scheduling

Purchasing Analyst

Schaefer Yachts

2015-6 - 2017-11 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Florianópolis y alrededores, Brasil

Place orders according to purchasing needs from the factory. Make backlog of orders sent to suppliers. Do follow-up of orders according to need for delivery and programming alterations. Update ERP system according to the follow up. Monitor stock levels according to policy. Support the routines of the supply chain processes. Negotiate with suppliers.Place orders according to purchasing needs from the factory. Make backlog of orders sent to suppliers. Do follow-up of orders according to need for delivery and programming alterations. Update ERP system according to the follow up. Monitor stock levels according to policy. Support the routines of the supply chain processes. Negotiate with suppliers.

Purchasing Aux.

Schaefer Yachts

2015-5 - 2015-6 · 2 mos

Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brasil

Help Purchasing Analysts on the routine of the day, get in contact with suppliers, check on delivery dates.Help Purchasing Analysts on the routine of the day, get in contact with suppliers, check on delivery dates.

Intern at Purchasing Department

Schaefer Yachts

2014-11 - 2015-5 · 7 mos

Florianópolis y alrededores, Brasil

Give support to our Purchasers on each type of material division for ship/yatch building

Intern at Industrial Engineering Department

Grupo Núcleo

2012-12 - 2013-6 · 7 mos

Mar del Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina

Improvements of the line of production of EuroCase Notebooks and Other Electronic Devices (PC, All in One, Monitors, DVR, Netbooks, Tablets) Time Studies and continuous improvement. Quality Controls of the production line and the entire productive process. Fault logs, nonconformities and improvement proposals. Was part of the ISO 9001:2008 certification team.Improvements of the line of production of EuroCase Notebooks and Other Electronic Devices (PC, All in One, Monitors, DVR, Netbooks, Tablets) Time Studies and continuous improvement. Quality Controls of the production line and the entire productive process. Failure logs, nonconformities and improvement proposals. Was part of the ISO 9001:2008 certification team.

Intern

Gerona Calzados

2011-6 - 2011-12 · 7 mos

Mar del Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina

Took place on different challenges inside the enterprise. Worked inside the General Administration Department, Accounting, Logistics HR and PCP. Helped on the development of an ERP software. Always used Efficiency and Productigvity as an engine for changes.