Cláudio Candido Lima

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General Manager Brazil @ Lindsay Corporation
State of São Paulo, Brazil
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Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil, Brazil
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About Cláudio Candido Lima

Executive Leader | Corporate Management | Finance StrategistWith over 25 years of extensive experience in Corporate Management and more than 30 years specializing in finance, I've had the privilege of contributing to the success stories of esteemed organizations such as Lindsay, PST Eletrônica, Diversey, PwC, Fundação Dom Cabral among others. My journey has been defined by a commitment to excellence, driving teams to achieve remarkable results across Brazil and Argentina. I hold a degree in Business Administration complemented by an MBA in Business Management and a Post-MBA in Marketing.Professional FocusI am recognized as a versatile leader dedicated to cultivating and empowering synergistic teams aligned with organizational objectives. My leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that operational and financial functions must seamlessly integrate to drive the execution of the company's strategy and ensure the attainment of the outcomes.Key AchievementsFinancial Expertise: I bring a wealth of experience in navigating complex financial landscapes, including ensuring compliance with SOX requirements, adopting Brazilian accounting principles, and proficiency in IFRS and USGAAP. My expertise extends to budgeting, long-range planning, cost control, and securing incentivized financial resources such as BNDES and FINEP. Additionally, I have a proven track record in tax planning and leveraging benefits from incentivized regions like the Manaus Industrial Zone.People Mngmt: Under my leadership, organizations have thrived as exemplars of workplace excellence. My strategic approach to HR propelled companies to be recognized as Great Places to Work, with appearances in lists such as the 100 Best Companies to Work for and the 10 Best IT and Telecom Companies in Brazil to Work for.IT: A trailblazer in IT, I spearheaded the seamless implementation of SAP as the ERP solution within a record timeframe. Directly overseeing the IT department, I led a team of approximately 40 professionals, encompassing infrastructure and application development.Supply Chain Mngmt: As a strategic negotiator, I optimized procurement processes, managing over 280 suppliers and overseeing an annual purchasing budget of approx. R$150M.Broad ExpertiseMy dynamic career has seen me take on diverse roles, including quality management, aftermarket sales, call center operations, and production oversight. This multifaceted experience has equipped me with a holistic understanding of organizational dynamics and a keen insight into driving operational excellence across various functions.

Cláudio Candido Lima's Current Company Details
Lindsay Corporation

Lindsay Corporation

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General Manager Brazil
State of São Paulo, Brazil
Website:
lindsay.com
Employees:
822
Cláudio Candido Lima Work Experience Details
  • Lindsay Corporation
    General Manager Brazil
    Lindsay Corporation
    State Of São Paulo, Brazil
  • Lindsay Corporation
    Finance Director Brazil
    Lindsay Corporation Sep 2021 - Present
    Omaha, Nebraska, Us
  • Saveway
    Board Member
    Saveway Jun 2016 - Present
    Campinas, Br
    Member of the Board of Directors. Saveway is a RF solutions provider to the agricultural, industry and services sectors.
  • Wcs Conectologia
    Director Of Finance And Administration - Cfo
    Wcs Conectologia Aug 2020 - Sep 2021
    São Paulo, Sp, Br
  • Salvador Logística E Transportes Ltda.
    Chief Financial Officer
    Salvador Logística E Transportes Ltda. Jul 2019 - Jul 2020
    Logistic operator specialized in agricultural transport, general cargo, dedicated services, internal handling and storage, with 460 employees, 9 branches, approximately 1,200 equipment, more than 90,000 m² of warehouse area.Financial Administrative Director - CFO (reporting to the owners)• Responsible for financial policies and management (Accounting, Controlling, Reporting, Treasury, Tax and Tax Control), Security, HR, IT (Infrastructure and Development), Quality Management and Process Improvement.
  • Mantris
    Chief Financial Officer
    Mantris Aug 2018 - Jul 2019
    São Paulo, São Paulo, Br
    A leader in occupational health and safety management solutions, with products and services focused on preventive medicine, outpatient management, phonoaudiology and quality of life, with more than 650 employees, accredited network with 1,400 service points, and health management of over 400,000 lives.• Responsible for the policies and management of Financial (Accounting, Reporting, Treasury, Fiscal and Tax Control), Procurement and Purchasing, Housekeeping, IT (Infrastructure and Development), Legal and Human Resources, managing around 40 employees allocated in the area.
  • Fjpartners - Gestão E Finanças Corporativas
    Senior Associate
    Fjpartners - Gestão E Finanças Corporativas Oct 2017 - Aug 2018
    São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Br
    FJPartners, established in 2009, is a management consulting firm which resulted from the executive experience of its partners.Our experience as CEO's, CFO's, and COO's of large corporations allows us to find practical and objective solutions for our clients. We deliver expertise according to the circumstances and unique needs of our clients.The FJPartners model is highly flexible and collaborative, allowing companies to obtain results using only the necessary resources.Our practices comprise:- Finance and Controlling- Competitiveness and Profitability- Planning, Purchasing, Sales and Distribution- Preparation for business strategic alternatives (M&A, IPO, Long-term fund raising)- Commercial Due Diligence (CDD)- Interim Management
  • Fundação Dom Cabral
    Associate Professor - Specialized On Strategy, Finance And Processes
    Fundação Dom Cabral Jan 2017 - Aug 2018
    Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Br
    Acting as a professor at PAEX program, being relevant by adding value to customers, helping the companies to develop their strategy by working on making the Ideology (Mission, Vision, Value, Business Purpose) clear for the entire organization, analyzing marketing conditions, company's main competences, key-factors of success, setting targets, prioritizing key-projects and supporting on turning the finance statements to a strategy management and control tool.• 15 companies served in the states of Tocantins, Goiás and Santa Catarina, in the sectors of fashion, transportation, metallurgy, mining, auto parts distribution, passengers transport, construction and healthcare.
  • Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc.
    Finance & Administrative Director And Ir
    Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc. Aug 2008 - Mar 2016
    Campinas, São Paulo, Br
    North American multinational company from the automotive electronic and tracking & trace service market.Given the Brazilian capital market conditions, in 2008, PST's quotaholders decided to turn the company public according to the Novo Mercado rules at Bovespa. In this moment, the position of Investors Relations position was added to my activities, and I was responsible for the entire process of preparation of the company for the IPO, interacting directly with the investment banks responsible for the operation, attorneys, auditors and investors. Unfortunately, with the global economic crisis in 2008, the process was stopped at the Roadshow phase and then canceled. In this period, I also highlight the company´s suitability to the Sarbanes & Oxley, IFRS requirements, in addition to being responsible for the Call Center and Shared Services' Operations, once the company starts its activities on the market of services of vehicles' tracking & trace.
  • Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc.
    Finance & Administrative Director
    Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc. May 1998 - Jul 2008
    Campinas, São Paulo, Br
    North American multinational company from the automotive electronic sector.With the conclusion of the capital acquisition process by the Stoneridge Group, I was promoted to Administrative and Financial Director, a position indicated by the North American partner, in which, in addition to the functions that I was already exercising, I became responsible for the supply chain (purchasing, foreign trade, material and transport management), and quality management (ISO 9000, ISO 9001, VDA6.3, ISO/TS). In this period, the extreme focus on reporting in R$ and US$, the Brazilian and US GAAP`s is highlighted due to the need for Stoneridge filling at SEC in the USA.In Supply Chain, responsible for the negotiation processes with more than 280 suppliers (lately reduced to 190) and an annual purchase amount of approximately R$150M, lead the processes of development of new suppliers (domestic and foreign), adoption of a greater proximity to the R&D area focusing on the development of alternative materials, organization of S&Op meetings, participation in negotiations with global suppliers in conjunction with the US Headquarters, creation of supply agreements with strategic suppliers and constant care with E&O inventories.
  • Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc.
    Financial Controller
    Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc. Jul 1997 - Apr 1998
    Campinas, São Paulo, Br
    North American multinational company from the automotive electronic sector.Responsible for the management of the financial area of the company, conducting the financial, controlling, IT and Human Resources departments. In this period, I was responsible for the conduction of the accounting and juridical Due Diligence process, regarding the acquisition of 50% of the Quotas of the company by the Stoneridge Group.
  • Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc.
    Finance & Administrative Manager
    Pst Eletrônica Ltda. - Stoneridge Inc. Apr 1996 - Jun 1997
    Campinas, São Paulo, Br
    At that time, national automotive electronics company.Hired as responsible for the implementation of the Finance and Administrative area in the region, having as main achievements the development of the cost of goods sold's accounting and inventories' control systematics, accounting and fiscal areas internalization, which by that time were performed by an outsourced firm, payroll and payment control, and mainly the management and the higher use of the fiscal benefits from the Manaus Industrial Area.
  • Diversey Brasil Ltdaa. - Grupo Unilever
    Finance Manager
    Diversey Brasil Ltdaa. - Grupo Unilever Jun 1995 - Mar 1996
    Canadian company from the chemical sector.Responsible for the financial department in the treasury (cash flow management and financial planning), payables, receivables and foreign trade (import of consumables and export of products and equipment) functions.
  • Diversey Brasil Ltda. - Grupo Unilever
    Internal Auditor
    Diversey Brasil Ltda. - Grupo Unilever Jan 1995 - May 1995
    Canadian company from the chemical sector.Responsible for the creation/formalization of standards and procedures related to the processes, which directly affect the financial statements, in addition to their audit.
  • Pricewaterhousecoopers
    Senior Auditor
    Pricewaterhousecoopers May 1992 - Jan 1995
    Gb
    Senior Auditor of financial statements and internal controls, responsible for the coordination of field teams, working in companies from different sectors of activities, based on the Brazilian, North American and German accounting standards.
  • Art Construtores Associados Ltda.
    Administrative Manager
    Art Construtores Associados Ltda. Mar 1989 - May 1992
    Regional construction company.Responsible for the financial and the administrative activities, among them treasury, payables and receivables, fiscal, human resources, contracts control and financial management of each building facility and of the company as a whole.
  • Banco Real S.A.
    Bookkeeper
    Banco Real S.A. Aug 1985 - Jan 1989
    Commercial Bank.Hired by the bank in the position of apprentice, I passed through all activities within a bank branch, since opening of accounts, payment collection, cashier, accounting, check clearing, financial applications and loans.

Cláudio Candido Lima Skills

Automotive Business Planning Team Leadership Management Sap Business Strategy Negotiation Forecasting Strategic Planning Continuous Improvement Lean Manufacturing Strategy Supply Chain Six Sigma Manufacturing Supply Chain Management Purchasing Erp Cross Functional Team Leadership Financial Analysis Pricing Product Development Financial Planning 5s Financial Reporting Corporate Finance Logistics Internal Controls Finance Budgets Accounting Leadership Planning Budgeting And Forecasting Start Ups Sap Products Enterprise Resource Planning English Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel Project Management Business Development International Financial Reporting Standards Sales Management Marketing Strategy Mergers And Acquisitions Sarbanes Oxley Act Managerial Finance

Cláudio Candido Lima Education Details

  • Northwestern University - Kellogg School Of Management
    Northwestern University - Kellogg School Of Management
    General
  • Fundação Dom Cabral
    Fundação Dom Cabral
    General
  • Universidade Estadual De Campinas
    Universidade Estadual De Campinas
    General
  • Universidade Paulista
    Universidade Paulista
    Accounting
  • Escola Superior De Administração E Negócios - Esan
    Escola Superior De Administração E Negócios - Esan
    Business Administration

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Cláudio Candido Lima attended Northwestern University - Kellogg School Of Management, Fundação Dom Cabral, Universidade Estadual De Campinas, Universidade Paulista, Escola Superior De Administração E Negócios - Esan.

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