Jorge Bernardi

- Implemented sourcing strategies for logistics categories (3PL, warehousing, transportation) across Brazil and International markets (Africa, Eurasia, Middle East), aligned with Procurement COGS and CAPEX goals. - Supported the execution of global cost-efficiency and supplier-performance initiatives. - Led RFX processes and contract negotiations, ensuring alignment with category plans and compliance requirements. - Managed key supplier relationships through SRM routines, performance reviews and post-audit follow-ups. - Conducted benchmarking and market analysis to drive procurement innovation and cost improvements. - Identified process non-compliance issues and implemented corrective and preventive actions. - Built strong partnerships with key internal stakeholders to align sourcing decisions with business priorities. - Presented procurement strategies and category updates to senior stakeholders, integrating feedback for continuous improvement.

- Defined and led the regional sourcing strategy for 8K+ materials, boosting OTD to 90% and mitigating inflation by ~5% through strategic negotiations and local supply-chain development. - Reduced finished-goods costs by ~5% through third-party partnerships and optimized sourcing models. - Led cost-savings and supply-resilience programs, ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery. - Implemented the Responsible Sourcing & Quality Certifications program, guaranteeing compliance with Unilever’s global standards. - Effectively managed stakeholder relationships, securing strong visibility, sponsorship and support for the team’s agenda. - Established and led employee development forums, ensuring clear and consistent performance assessments. - Designed career-development and training agendas to equip the Procurement team for future roles. - Mentored Procurement professionals globally, providing guidance and support for their growth and succession.

- Implemented a 5-year “local-for-local” strategy, delivering ~10% cost reduction. - Secured long-term commercial agreements (>€120M), optimizing overall procurement conditions. - Developed and qualified 20+ local suppliers in VUCA markets, enhancing supply-chain resilience. - Streamlined RFQ processes and bidding strategies, improving negotiation outcomes by ~25%. - Mitigated the impact of global inflation on procurement costs by ~10% through strategic negotiations. - Implemented a 5-year price-forecasting model, improving forecast bias and business budgeting. - Onboarded and certified 20+ global suppliers through the Responsible Sourcing & Quality certification process. - Ensured compliance with KPIs, keeping leadership teams informed and maximizing captured value. - Built strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating successful project execution.

- Delivered ~10% regional cost savings by leading cross-country strategic Procurement projects. - Spearheaded a multi-country resilience program, achieving 95% OTD despite supply disruptions in the Middle East. - Secured on-time launches of multi-country innovations, improving launch-performance KPIs by 500 bps. - Implemented an end-to-end Savings and Resilience program, enhancing supply-chain efficiency and cost optimization. - Developed and onboarded new suppliers as part of the Savings and Resilience roadmap. - Presented program robustness and results to the Unilever global Procurement Leadership Team. - Led a €10M end-to-end simplification project, streamlining operations and reducing structural costs. - Developed a quotation tool that accelerated project evaluation by ~50%. - Simplified RFQ and RFI processes, reducing project complexity by ~20%.

- Owned the mid- and long-term demand plan for the Nutrition category in the South Cone. - Optimized ABC stock availability and reduced slow-moving items through weekly tracking and corrective actions. - Supported the implementation of the S&OP process in the South Cone region, aligning Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain.

- Coordinated multi-country technical validations for innovation, savings and resilience projects. - Developed specifications and validated packaging materials, molds and manufacturing processes for key brands.

- Managed stock control and replenishment. - Supported demand-planning activities for retail stores and wholesale channels.

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