Ronaldo Ferreira Cruz

Multi-lingual Strategic Sourcing Leader with demonstrated success building strategic sourcing structure for multi-billion-dollar companies to optimize their sourcing process, creating solutions to reduce cost so they can have a positive impact on its profits. I had the opportunity to partner with McKinsey & Company to right-size tailor-made strategic sourcing contract management organization. I have experience in building and lead transformation structure of global sourcing teams, taking on challenging leadership roles, working effectively in adverse environments and wide range of cultures driven by results, commitment, and integrity. Work very close with R&D, Operations, Sales and Product Managers in New Product Introduction process, challenging make vs. Buy and VA/VE product evaluation to make sure the company can leverage supplier basis with potential productivity cost reductions. I personally developed and executed low-cost-country sourcing strategy with high-quality products at a cost that enabled business to compete in the market. Manage Vision and Purpose / Global Business (Asia, Europe and Americas) / Supply Chain Management / Procurement Management (Direct / Indirect) / People Development / Relationship Building / Project & Time Management / Sourcing process (RPI / RFP / e-auction) / Cross-Cultural Team Work / Global Traveler Experience A listing of my competencies includes: - Deep knowledge on Sourcing Process with complex contract negotiations and deal structuring. - Skill on building and developing new structure and personnel. - Lead, develop, oversee and implement global and regional sourcing projects and strategies. - Establish strategic business relationships. - Comprehensive knowledge of financial trends. - Knowledge in driving cost reduction and improve an efficient cost-effective process. - Provide support to Global Business, building a long-term competitive advantage.