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Key member of the senior executive team accountable for directing all aspects of corporate operations. Responsibilities encompass leading organizational direction, warehouse operations, logistics, product warranties, customer service, finance, and IT. Oversee X direct reports and a team of XX. Administer a budget of $XMM and bear full P&L accountability. Report to the CEO.✔ A highly visible position with a diverse span of responsibilities critical to the company's long-term market position, operating efficiency and bottom-line performance. Involved in all operational strategy, policy, operational and investment decisions.✔ Head of the Finance Team, ensuring reliable financial statements, metrics and reports are prepared for both internal and external needs.✔ Support the CEO in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and consolidation of the Leadership Team.✔ Manage the company’s relationship with banks, auditors, insurance vendors, investors, and other key stakeholders.Select Achievements▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✔ Designed and implemented 3PL services as an additional $XXXK income stream annually.✔ Led the opening of new markets in Chile, Peru, Colombia, Mexico, and Panama including the implementation of SAP B1.✔ Defined and executed the company’s strategic plan, which led us to exponential growth and to be included on Inc. 5000’s list for 3 years in a row.✔ Developed business SOPs for headquarters and subsidiaries including employee manual, commercial procedures, RMA terms/conditions, employee onboarding, training, performance evaluations, etc.✔ Championed a warehouse expansion (move project and renovations) and business model redefinition.✔ Led brand promise analysis and execution plan and implemented NPS as a core KPI for customer satisfaction and loyalty.✔ Reduced inventory turn from XX-XX days to X-XX days.✔ Employee of the Year, 2019.✔ Living our Values Award: Teamwork; Living our Values Award: Entrepreneurial Spirit; Living our Values Award: Trust & Integrity.

8292-8296 Nw 14Th Street Doral, Fl 33126

Hired as a part of the startup team to manage the finance and accounting function with direct accountability for financial controls, compliance, A/P, A/R, banking, reporting, long-term strategic planning, financial analysis, budgets/forecasts, contract management, payroll, consolidations, monthly close, and audits. Provided leadership for a staff of four.✔ Prepared financial analyses and reporting to support partners and investors with key financial information including financial statements, cash flow analyses, gross margin, financial ratios, CCC, and profitability reports.✔ Responsible for SBA Loan acquisition and management, as well as monthly reporting and compliance needs.✔ Managed the company’s relationship with banks, auditors, vendors, investors, and other key stakeholders.✔ Led the HR department and all HR needs including employee compensation plans and benefits, employee evaluation programs, and employee engagement initiatives.Select Achievements▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✔ Obtained the company’s first line of credit to leverage rapid growth and reduce financial costs by XX%. ✔ Designed and implemented business policies and procedures including the employee handbook, purchasing procedures, RMA terms and conditions, employee training, and performance evaluations.✔ Recruited, hired and trained the accounting team that is still part of the company today.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

TDirected sales and operations encompassing finance, day-to-day operations, sales, customer service, administration, distribution, inventory management, refurbishment, order fulfillment, warehouse operations, human resources, and budgets. Recruited, trained, mentored, and developed a staff of 24 in Miami and LATAM to produce beyond their capabilities. Held full P&L accountability and provided strategic advisement on business operations and opportunities. ✔ Prepared financial analyses and reporting to support partners and investors with key economic information.✔ Assisted the finance department with monthly and annual P&L and performance analyses.✔ Managed the company’s relationship with banks, auditors, vendors, investors, and other key stakeholders.Select Achievements▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✔ Led a market research initiative to analyze target market trends, business opportunities and competitors in LATAM, which resulted in opening subsidiaries in Panama, Guatemala and Colombia.✔ Designed and implemented business policies and procedures for headquarters and subsidiaries including employee manual, purchasing procedures, RMA terms and conditions, employee training, and performance evaluations.✔ Led consolidation effort of multiple leased office spaces into a single facility, which saved 18% in operating expenses and reduced the refurbishing process cycle time by 5 days.✔ Implemented Micro Telecom’s wholesale software for more efficient inventory monitoring and control.✔ Redesigned warehouse distribution layout to optimize product location and fulfillment times.✔ Designed a custom production schedule plan for two of the company’s main clients which reduced process cycle time and ensured client deadlines and quality requirements were met.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Accountable for all aspects of the finance function including A/P and A/R, budgeting, cash flow management, financial planning and analysis, journal entries, G/L, financial statements, month-end closings, reconciliations, cash flow, forecasting, payroll, and HR. Managed a staff of six.✔ Managed annual payroll in excess of $1.2MM, as well as employee benefits, recruiting and employee performance evaluations.✔ Developed daily, monthly and annual financial reports for executive decision-making.✔ Performed financial and strategic planning, as well as forecasting and budget development and analysis.✔ Handled an SBA loan application for the acquisition of a $1.6MM investment property.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Responsible for assessing financial and operational data to identify inefficiencies in day-to-day operations. Provided senior leadership with key strategic insights and made recommendations to reduce costs, as well as ensure optimal operations efficiencies. Reported to the Controller.✔ Established accounting policies and procedures.✔ Assisted the Controller with A/P, A/R, cash flow, debt, etc.✔ Guided the cost analysis process, providing trends and forecasts, and recommending corrective actions.✔ Managed ad hoc finance projects, prepared profitability reports and designed and controlled budgets.✔ Tripled the company’s line of credit loan amount and lowered the interest rate, resolving major cash flow limitations.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Brandstorm is a multi-faceted design firm with operations in Miami, Florida; Bogota, Colombia, and Caracas, Venezuela with annual sales in excess of $5MM. Brandstorm is focused in all aspects of corporate communication, branding, marketing and image management, specializing in all forms of media including print, digital media, environments and signage, film and video. ✔ Established, maintained and managed relationship with clients to ensure all deadlines and legal & quality requirements were met. ✔ Responsible for all projects from inception to delivery including sales collateral, brand development, media kits, direct mail, trade show pre- and post-show communications, website design, and email marketing.✔ Assisted in new business development initiatives. ✔ Worked closely with account executive team to solve marketing problems through smart, well-designed advertising and collateral materials that help sell product/services, and maintain a positive image for clients.

Colombia

Ingredion Incorporated is a leading global ingredient solutions provider to the food, beverage, brewing and pharmaceutical industries as well as numerous industrial sectors. With more than 11,000 employees around the world, Ingredion serves customers in more than 60 diverse markets in over 100 countries. In 2013, net sales reached $6.3 billion.✔ Developed long-term negotiations with suppliers resulting in more than 40% savings for the company✔ Coordinated and executed raw material, spare parts and equipment purchases, with savings of more than 20%✔ Managed quality systems, such as ISO 9000 and 18000, OHSA; security and environmental programs✔ Created and presented monthly company performance reports

🎓 Master Of Science Degree In Engineering Management

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🎓 Bachelor Of Science Degree In Business - Graduated With Honors