Francisco MacHado Serra
Country Procurement Senior Manager @Exide Group
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WORK HISTORY
Country Procurement Senior Manager @Exide Group
PT
As the Country Procurement Senior Manager for Exide Energy Solutions in Portugal, I lead procurement operations for two manufacturing facilities, driving strategic sourcing of raw materials, services, and supplies to ensure cost-effective and efficient processes. My role focuses heavily on innovation and optimization, leveraging digital innovation to streamline procurement workflows and enhance supply chain transparency.I am responsible for integrating cutting-edge digital tools and technologies into procurement processes, fostering data-driven decision-making, and implementing automation to improve efficiency. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives, and together with my team manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with both local and international regulations.By driving continuous improvement initiatives, I help to reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and optimize the overall supply chain. My goal is to continuously explore new technologies and innovative approaches, that enhance the company’s competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global market.
EDUCATION
IPAM
Licentiate degree, Marketing Management
Jack Tesmer Institute
Post Graduate, Post Graduate Degree in Procurement and Negotiaton Strategy.
Instituto Negociaçao e Vendas
Postgraduate Degree, Negotiation
Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics
Master's degree, Executive Master in Management with Specialization in Digital Innovation
IPAM
Post Graduate Degree in Artificial Intelligence - Mestrado Acadêmico, Artificial inteligence
SKILLS
ABOUT FRANCISCO MACHADO SERRA
Procurement is not a function. It is a business control system. I operate where…
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