Rafael Castro Email & Phone Number

Professional with over 20 years of experience in supply chains, working for large national and multinational companies in sectors such as Mining, Metallurgy, Forestry, Healthcare Services, Wind Energy, Distribution, and Retail. With strong leadership skills, I have managed teams of up to 300 people, optimizing processes, reducing costs, and improving operational efficiency. I possess solid expertise in Strategic Sourcing, TCO, category management, procurement of direct and indirect materials, service contracting (BPO), inbound/outbound logistics, and inventory management.I hold a degree in Business Administration and MBAs in Lean Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and Finance. I have led high-impact projects, such as a 46% reduction in MRO disruption rates at Ferbasa, ensuring better service levels for internal customers. Among my key projects, I highlight the redesign of inventories at Santa Casa, with a 38% reduction in stock coverage and the implementation of a clinical pharmacy, which was crucial for international certifications like HIMSS7 and Qmentum. I also optimized the inbound logistics at GE's wind turbine plant in Camaçari, ensuring the transition from Alstom's turbine models to GE's 2.X platform. Additionally, I developed and implemented the Clean Room project at Morais de Castro, expanding the company's service portfolio by enabling the fractionation of pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food ingredients. I played an active role in the implementation and maintenance of certifications such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18001, PRODIR, SASSMAQ, HIMSS7, and Qmentum.My focus is on continuous improvement, innovation in supply chain processes, and building high-performance teams to ensure solid and sustainable results. I am constantly seeking new opportunities to apply my strategic and operational skills, combining market insight with a strong commitment to business success.

Listed skills include Planejamento Empresarial, Microsoft Excel, Cadeia De Fornecedores, Desenvolvimento De Produtos, and 19 others.