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Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Distributor & Retail & Wholesale E-Commerce• Secured exclusive nationwide distribution rights for 3 international brands, Nateen eco-friendly baby diapers (Belgium), Twistshake baby and toddler tableware (Sweden), and Alkanatur alkaline water products (Spain), expanding market reach and diversifying product portfolio• Built e-commerce platforms (Shopify, Amazon) with integrated functionalities for digital payments, inventory management, SEO, and executed successful Google & Meta Ads campaigns, driving business growth from inception to mid 6 figure annual turnover without investment• Streamlined supply chain, logistics, and distribution operations for US and Canada through data analytics and continuous improvement, optimizing cost-effectiveness and accelerating delivery speed to boost overall operational efficiency, reducing operating costs by 30%• Managed and optimized cross-functional team of 5 in Marketing, Sales, and Operations, resulting in a cohesive workflow and a 40% increase in customer acquisition within 6 months• Negotiated and secured wholesale contracts with major retailers including Sobeys and Well.ca, amplifying the market reach and presence of the products, and increasing overall sales by 25%

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Crafted a 3-year strategy for Commercial and Small Business Banking, leveraging data analysis, research, and modeling techniques to bolster salesforce effectiveness and expand market share across Canada• Orchestrated the development and launch of the Specialty Business Banking team's new Salesforce, collaborating with 16 cross-functional experts to capture a strategic market segment, driving $25MM in revenue within Commercial Banking• Transformed the Monthly IB Productivity & Cost Savings reporting by automating processes, granting executives instant access, optimizing efficiency, and facilitating data-driven decision-making, resulting in significant time savings and enhanced strategic insights

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Pioneered Zero-Based Budget (ZBB) rollout in Mexico and Colombia within a rigorous 3-month window, outperforming cost reduction objectives by 40% (~10MM). Led a multicultural team and facilitated negotiations with SVPs to realign budgets• Conducted Time study analysis and executed process improvement initiatives of 3MM for Retail Banking units in Mexico to eliminate non-core activities, improve efficiency, optimize organizational structure, and generate capacity• Designed and implemented cost-saving strategies in Colombia and Mexico through 25+ initiatives like organization rightsizing, activity maps, process redesign, and smart automation contributing to 1B target achieved a year ahead of schedule

Toronto Y Alrededores, Canadá

• Led the identification and implementation of 10+ strategic reviews to contribute to the efficient operation of the international banking units, specifically the English Caribbean Region (ECR) impacting 23 countries• Revamped structure and operations to establish capability centers for Finance, Treasury, Business Support, Compliance. Resulting in -20 staff, 15% productivity boost, enhanced oversight, and reduced operational risk

Montreal, Quebec

• Implemented targeted cost reduction strategies, including workforce optimization and process efficiencies, leading to $175M in cost savings as part of the Cost Management Plan through Business, Financial, and Data Analysis• Performed analysis, valuations, and executions of more than 20 projects that saved costs and improved process performance for the whole mining operation

Santiago, Chile

• Led annual budget process of $2.3B and forecasts with a team of 6 for entire Komatsu Cummins Holding group in Chile and consolidated accounting information from 5 subsidiaries• Reduced process time for financial reporting to US headquarters by 30% by automating key processes• Developed quarterly Board of Directors and Management Committee presentations and analysis of Chilean operations in close collaboration with President and Vice Presidents

Santiago, Chile

• Grew client database to over 5,000 students across 5 top private universities in Chile through online marketing, social networks, and marketing events in 2 weeks• Led and employed crucial platform improvements using customer feedback that increased number of website visits by 200% and average visit time by 450%• Placed 2nd in Desafío Intel, a competition for entrepreneurs, obtained grant for $270,000, government seed capital of $110,000, funds for internationalization of $56,000, university funds of $1,500

Santiago, Chile

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Santiago, Chile

I was responsible in developing a website that could help people sell their small and medium businesses by putting together sellers, buyers and brokers.I led a team of 2, a web designer and a web developer, and developed the site in 2 months with high quality standards.

La Serena, Coquimbo, Chile

Performed market research and data analysis to determine specifications required to acquire a "Document Manager" software for Teck Resources Mine in Carmen de Andacollo

Santiago, Chile

Analyzed and developed strategic plans for pioneering ventures in Chilean markets, fostering new business development.Evaluated market trends and emerging opportunities, contributing to successful market entry strategies

Santiago, Chile

Evaluated market dynamics and competitor landscape during an internship with CMPC Tissue, assessing feasibility for a new product launch. Leveraged market conditions and competitor insights to propose innovative product development strategies.Played a pivotal role in planning and executing diverse marketing campaigns for brands like Confort, Elite, and Nova. Contributed to campaign management and development, applying strategic insights to drive successful promotional initiatives and amplify brand visibility.

Volunteer making extracurricular activities to young students, making them develop different types of social skills

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Global Strategy & Leadership

Bachelor'S Degree, Industrial Engineering