André R. Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Marina Del Rey, California, United States

As the Operations Manager, I play a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency and overall business performance. My responsibilities included:Operational Enhancement: Spearheading initiatives to improve operational procedures, systems, and policies, resulting in optimized management reporting, streamlined information flow, and effective business process planning.Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Developing and maintaining SOPs to ensure efficiency and consistent service quality, contributing to a seamless workflow.Continuous Process Improvement: Proactively identifying and addressing areas for improvement through ongoing process reviews, prioritizing revisions to address customer issues and enhance overall workflow.Strategic Pricing Initiatives: Stakeholder in strategic pricing initiatives for bulk orders, leveraging scale, and maintaining knowledge of volume thresholds with key vendors.Head of Platform/Procurement: Leading Teams, and overseeing spend, inventory health, cost, and price negotiations, while fostering strong supplier relationships and planning effective procurement strategies.Skills:Salesforce Implementation: Proficient in leveraging Salesforce to optimize operational workflows.Time Management: Proven ability to effectively manage time, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and deadlines are met.Operations: Extensive experience in overseeing and optimizing operational processes to achieve organizational goals.Procurement: Strong background in procurement, including overseeing spend, negotiations, and supplier relationship management.Leadership: Ability to influence without direct authority and drive change at all levels. Negotiation: Proficient in negotiation strategies to achieve favorable terms and agreements.Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, facilitating collaboration and communication across cross-functional teams.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Business strategist with an emphasis on operational strategy, and financial analysis. Proficient in translating long-term strategic visions into actionable short-term projects.Created strategies for brand recognition and sales for business growth and client retention. Advised on inbound and outbound marketing efforts.Cross-cultural stakeholder management, and M&A due diligence.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Developed and implemented procurement strategies for studio operations, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.Collaborated with production teams to identify and forecast equipment and material needs, ensuring timely availability.Negotiated contracts and pricing with suppliers, aiming for cost savings while maintaining quality standards.Maintained strong relationships with vendors and evaluate their performance to ensure compliance with service level agreements.Monitored inventory levels and manage the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services to support studio operations.Prepared and manage budgets for procurement activities, ensuring adherence to financial constraints.Conducted market research to identify potential suppliers and assess industry trends to inform procurement strategies.Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations related to procurement and vendor management.

Bachelor'S Degree, International Business

Activities and Societies: French ClubHonored to be granted Provost's List for excellent academic performance. During attendance, Off.

Certification, Finance

Completed intensive course on financial analysis, valuation methodologies, and advanced financial modeling. • "Normalized" and "Spread".