Vanessa Alonso Burri

Vanessa Alonso Burri

Head of Sales and Business Development Americas @ SmartCAE GmbH & Co. KG

About

Dynamic and growth-oriented executive with extensive expertise and knowledge of Latin America business landscape and life sciences Industry, fluent in Portuguese, English and Spanish. Inspirational leader with proven ability to drive business growth through team leadership, coaching and collaboration with multicultural and cross-functional teams. Skilled in navigating complex sales cycles, negotiating high-value deals and aligning global strategies with corporate goals. Recognized for building trusted client relationships, transforming market insights into actionable strategies, and delivering consistent business impact in highly regulated environments. Passionate about enabling access to transformative technologies that improve patient care. Expertise in selling technical materials, engineered packaging solutions, and advanced premium products.

Country

Brazil

City

São Paulo

Industry

Packaging & Containers

Skill

C-Level Negotiations, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Consultative Services, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Mentoring, Constructive Feedback, Talent Developer, Sales Growth, Sales, Commercial Management, Flawless Execution, Team Management, Team Leadership, Commercial Planning, Negotiation, Business Planning, Product Development, Logistics

Experience

SmartCAE GmbH & Co. KG

Head of Sales and Business Development Americas

SmartCAE GmbH & Co. KG

LinkedIn
2025-8 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

Munich

• Leading innovation and digital transformation, offering comprehensive consulting services and expertise to facilitate data-driven decision making and transforming the future of the industry. • Building trusted client relationships and partnerships, supporting customers to accelerate time to market, and transforming market insights into actionable strategies. • Leading marketing efforts to increase market penetration and growth in target markets, including delivering presentations and attending focused events.

Cold Chain Technologies

Regional Sales Director, Latin America

Cold Chain Technologies

LinkedIn
2022-3 - 2025-5 · 3 yrs 3 mos

São Paulo, Brazil

• Directed commercial operations and strategic business development across Latin America. • Oversaw distributor relationships, contract negotiations, and team performance in compliance with regional regulations. • Led and coached a regional sales team, setting clear performance targets, providing regular feedback, and fostering a high-performance, customer-focused culture. • Contributed to a key strategic acquisition in the region, expanding market share. • Designed and led the first LATAM Technical Exchange Day, fostering collaboration between major pharma stakeholders and reinforcing industry presence. • Regularly provided sales performance reports and insights to global leadership.

Cold Chain Technologies

Regional Sales Director, South Cone

Cold Chain Technologies

LinkedIn
2020-11 - 2022-2 · 1 yr 4 mos

São Paulo, Brazil

• Led the transition and implementation of new commercial directives for a recently acquired licensed product, ensuring seamless market integration and alignment with corporate growth objectives. • Managed key accounts across the region, driving revenue growth through strategic engagement, customized solutions, and long-term relationship development. • Identified and captured new business opportunities by mapping market needs, expanding customer base, and strengthening regional presence. • Built strong, trust-based customer relationships by anticipating client needs, resolving challenges proactively, and delivering high-value consultative support.

va-Q-tec

Regional Sales Director, Brazil

va-Q-tec

LinkedIn
2019-9 - 2020-10 · 1 yr 2 mos

Sao Paulo, Brazil

• Built and executed market entry strategies in the Brazilian life sciences sector. • Delivered high-impact workshops to increase brand visibility and technical credibility. • Closed first two new business deals with major pharma clients, accelerating company penetration in Brazil.

va-Q-tec

Regional Sales Manager, Southern Europe

va-Q-tec

LinkedIn
2017-7 - 2019-8 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Bologna Area, Italy

• Established commercial operations in Italy, Spain, and Portugal, managing direct and indirect sales channels. • Built key relationships with pharma, biotech, CROs, integrators, and airlines. • Represented the company in industry events and customer forums; supported strategic initiatives in Austria. • Turned market insights into actionable growth strategies and contributed to regional P&L optimization.

Sealed Air Corporation

Global Director - Strategy and Business Development, Pharma&Biotech

Sealed Air Corporation

LinkedIn
2014-9 - 2017-6 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Charlotte, North Carolina Area - USA

• Defined and rolled out the global go-to-market strategy for the Pharma & Biotech vertical. • Partnered with senior leadership and regional sales teams to align tactical plans with revenue targets. • Acted as Key Account Manager for strategic global clients (Kevothermal portfolio). • Analyzed industry trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to shape global commercial initiatives.

Sealed Air Corporation

Program Leader, Pharma&Biotech

Sealed Air Corporation

LinkedIn
2013-2 - 2014-8 · 1 yr 7 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

• Launched and led the Pharma & Biotech program in Latin America, managing commercial and technical initiatives • Delivered robust strategic planning and cross-functional alignment • Translated market intelligence into competitive positioning and customer engagement strategies.

Sealed Air Corporation

Sales Engineer, Cold Chain Solutions

Sealed Air Corporation

LinkedIn
2009-5 - 2013-1 · 3 yrs 9 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

• Expanded the pharma client base and exceeded sales goals through value-driven solutions • Enabled regional technology transfer and tailored U.S. cold chain systems to local market needs • Collaborated closely with logistics partners to ensure solution implementation and customer satisfaction

Sealed Air Corporation

Sales Engineer, Specialty Materials

Sealed Air Corporation

LinkedIn
2007-5 - 2009-4 · 2 yrs

São Paulo Area, Brazil

• Launched new materials programs in Latin America, driving early adoption and growth • Led market assessments, technical training, and regional sales enablement

CSN - Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional

Investment Specialist

CSN - Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional

LinkedIn
2006-12 - 2007-5 · 6 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

White Martins

Corporate Business Manager

White Martins

LinkedIn
2006-1 - 2006-11 · 11 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

White Martins

Business Development Manager

White Martins

LinkedIn
2002-4 - 2005-12 · 3 yrs 9 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

White Martins

Account Manager - Food and Beverage

White Martins

LinkedIn
1999-6 - 2002-3 · 2 yrs 10 mos

São Paulo Area, Brazil

Education

FGV EAESP

FGV EAESP

LinkedIn

Business Administration and Management, General

2003-1 - 2005-6 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Negotiation and International Commerce as additional subjects.

Centro Universitário do Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia

Centro Universitário do Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia

LinkedIn

Food Engineer

Fundação Dom Cabral

Fundação Dom Cabral

LinkedIn

Organizational Leadership

Cornell University

Cornell University

LinkedIn

Strategic Marketing

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