Robson Castro

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ABOUT ROBSON CASTRO

Strategic, solutions-driven professional with over 12 years of experience across end-to-end Supply Chain functions in diverse global industries. Proven track record of driving operational excellence, cost efficiencies, and business growth through the strategic management of procurement, stock optimisation, and supply chain processes. Highly skilled in guiding business transformation and aligning supply chain operations with broader corporate objectives. Expertise in managing supplier relationships across Latin America, EMEA, and Asia, leading critical projects such as SAP and EDI implementation, refurbishment initiatives, and Lean Six Sigma deployments to streamline processes and drive bottom-line impact.Key Competencies- Global Supply Chain and Sourcing Leadership: Directed large-scale supply chain strategies, leveraging deep expertise in procurement, sourcing, and supplier management to drive agility, cost efficiencies, and competitive advantage- Strategic Planning & Implementation: Developed implemented end-to-end supply chain transformations, aligning procurement and operational frameworks with long-term business objectives to deliver substantial bottom-line impact- Executive-Level Project Management: Led multi-million-dollar projects including complex SAP ERP transitions and process automation, ensuring seamless execution across global sites- Financial & Risk Management: Developed risk mitigation strategies and cost-saving initiatives, driving sustainable performance improvements- Stock Management & Strategic Business Reviews (SBR): Optimised stock levels and led strategic reviews to increase supply chain visibility, reduce exposure, and ensure inventory accuracy- Financial & Operational Analysis: Expertise in conducting comprehensive studies across procurement, financial planning, and stock management to deliver strategic recommendations and drive performance improvements- Strategic Sourcing & NPI: Led global sourcing strategies, collaborating closely with R&D and NPI teams to drive new product development, negotiate high-impact supplier agreements, and deliver competitive RFQs- SRM & CRM Leadership: Specialised in SRM and CRM, with a focus on B2B, B2C, DOA, and reverse logistics to optimize supply chain effectiveness- Advanced SAP Knowledge: Proficient in SAP 3R System (Modules PP & MM) and Business Warehouse (BW), leveraging technology to enhance decision-making, performance measurement, and operational control.