Anna A.

About Anna A.

Operations and program leader with 20+ years of experience driving execution across global supply chain, logistics, and regulated environments. I specialize in turning complex, cross-functional operations into KPI-driven systems that reduce cost, improve delivery performance, and eliminate process risk.I have led international teams across logistics, finance, IT, compliance and operations to solve issues involving customs discrepancies, damaged product, vendor performance and inefficient workflows. My work includes reducing operating costs by 15% through automation, improving service performance by 70% through KPI implementation, and achieving 90% forecasting accuracy across ocean and air freight.My background includes managing global procurement and logistics across 10 international markets, optimizing transportation modes to reduce shipment costs by up to 88%, and accelerating delivery timelines by redesigning distribution and broker strategies. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and experienced working across the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia.I am known for strong execution, clear communication, and the ability to step into complex operational environments to bring structure, accountability and results.US citizen. No visa sponsorship required.

Experience

1. Director of Operations

   Solver Energia

   Mar 2024 — Present · São Paulo, BR

   Lead strategic and operational execution across energy and infrastructure operations, partnering with executive leadership to scale systems, reduce cost, and improve performance across cross-functional teams.Own operational strategy, budget ($1M), and performance metrics, reducing overall operating costs by 20% while supporting company growthLead cross-functional teams across operations, IT, finance, and compliance to redesign workflows and implement automation, reducing manual errors by 90%Build KPI and reporting infrastructure to track RFQ conversion, contract performance, and operational efficiencyDirect procurement, production tracking, and third-party vendor management for company-wide rollout of energy measurement devicesTranslate complex market and regulatory insights into operational plans to guide leadership and customer strategyLed database and systems transformation initiative, ensuring 100% data accuracy and readiness for new platform implementation

Education

• Medtronic Inc

  Coaching for Performance Certificate

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

  Critical Thinking: Business Analysis and Decision-Making Strategies, Critical Thinking

• Flexport

  Dangerous Goods Awareness Certificate

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

  Influence Without Authority: Manage People and Projects Up, Down and Virtually

• University of St. Thomas

  Mini Masters, Marketing

• Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), International Business

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

  Project Management Certificate, Project Management

• Medtronic Inc

  Change Acceleration Process Certificate