Alessandro Menezes

About Alessandro Menezes

Expert in international logistics, global transportation sourcing/procurement and supply chain strategy development and execution with a track record of continuous process improvements projects with focus in lean thinking, reliable supply, cost to serve and safety in global matrix organizations delivering cost efficient superior added-value services to internal/external customers. I have specialized in combining analytical skills, in-depth knowledge of the container shipping industry, ocean freight, global logistics and supply chain management experience with an unique blend of managerial positions at both carrier side through management positions within the container shipping industry, as well as at the exporter/importer side, with leadership roles within the petrochemical manufacturing companies and producers as well as within the commodity trading companies (soda ash, plastic resins etc.) with hands-on diversified experience as follows:@ Carriers (container shipping industry / liner trades providing logistics services to all industries ): Product Management, Trade Management, Vessel Operations, Market Intelligence, Vessel Allocation, Transshipment Management, Financial Performance and Analysis, Pricing Management, BIDs and Tenders, Business Intelligence, Container Fleet Management, etc.)@ Shippers (chemicals, petrochemicals, soda ash, polymers, plastics, etc): Supply Chain Strategy, Network Optimization, Business Process Improvements, Customer Service Operations, Order Management, Category Management, Procurement, Distribution, Transportation Sourcing, 3PL Procurement, Responsible Care, Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Dry Bulk Vessel Chartering, etc.).Twitter: http://twitter.com/Ports_LogisticsGlobal Logistics | Ocean Freight | Cargo Transportation | Shipping | Supply Chain | Trade | Latin America | Distribution

Experience

1. Category Management - Overseas Logistics

   索尔维

   Oct 2023 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Solvay SA manufactures chemicals and plastics. The Company produces soda ash, hydrogen peroxide, functional polymers, silica, surfactants, food and fragrance flavors, and other specialty polymers. Solvay offers its products to numerous industries, including the aerospace, alternative energy, automotive, chemical, construction, consumer goods, food and beverage, and oil and gas markets.I am responsible for the strategic spend and procurement activities related to Overseas Logistics Categories in North America including Mexico. I manage the regional Overseas Logistics Categories (FCL/Sea Freight, Isotanks, Drayage, etc), optimizing North America\'s overseas logistics through strategic procurement & sustainable solutions. While navigating a complex international transportation network, I forge strong relationships with carriers, 3PLs, and forwarders, crafting procurement plans that optimize logistics costs, boost supply chain efficiency & reliability, and prioritize company\'s sustainability

Education

• Das Fremdsprachen-Institut Colón

  Non Degree Education, German Studies

  2005 — 2006

• Harvard Law School

  Executive Education, Program on Negotiation

  2014 — 2014

• Universidade Federal Fluminense

  Bachelor's degree, Administração de empresas (Bachelors Degree in Business Administration)

  2002

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  Executive Education, Supply Chain Management: Driving Strategic Advantage and Innovating the Future

  2015 — 2015

• Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica Celso Suckow da Fonseca

  Master's degree, Logistica Empresarial (Master Degree in Logistics)

  2003 — 2004

• BSP - Business School São Paulo

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Global Business Administration & Entrepreneurial Management

  2005 — 2006

Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics
• Transportation
• International Trade
• Procurement
• Shipping
• Negotiation
• Freight Forwarding
• Leadership
• Customs Regulations
• Pricing
• Purchasing
• Supply Chain
• International Logistics
• Competitive Analysis
• Strategy
• Contract Negotiation
• Strategic Sourcing
• Product Management
• Freight
• Global Sourcing
• International Sales
• Maritime
• Container Shipping
• Customer Service
• Business Intelligence
• Latin America
• Trade Marketing
• Sustainable Innovation
• International Project Management
• Transportation Planning
• Pricing Strategy
• Ocean Freight
• Sustainability
• Operations Management
• Operational Excellence
• 3pl
• Third-Party Logistics (3pl)
• Export
• Import