DANIELA PEPPERACK
NASHVILLE,TENNESSEE
Summary
STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER | LOGISTICS MANAGER
With a robust background in logistics and international shipping, I bring to the table a wealth of experience in steering complex projects to completion, adhering to tight deadlines and budgets. My expertise extends to forging and nurturing supplier partnerships, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes. My adeptness in communication and interpersonal relations is evident in my ability to foster and sustain valuable connections at all organizational tiers. Fluency in both English and Portuguese equips me with the versatility to thrive in multicultural settings. Additionally, my skillful use of Microsoft Office applications contributes to my operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Mars Global Services
Nashville, TN
09.2020 - Current
- Manage $ 50M product spend in Ocean Freight and Forwarding Services for North America
- Developed and implemented sourcing strategies to reduce costs across various categories of spend.
- Analyzed current supplier performance and identified potential areas for improvement.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers to ensure cost savings and improved service levels.
- Established metrics to measure the success of strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Identified new sources of supply through market research and industry contacts.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and determine appropriate solutions.
- Monitored market trends in order to identify pricing opportunities for materials or services purchased.
- Evaluated supplier bids, proposals, quotations, and negotiated terms to ensure optimal value for the organization.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to purchasing activities.
- Participated in negotiations regarding price, terms, quality and lead time for suppliers and categories.
Ocean Import Manager
Kuehne + Nagel
Nashville, TN
12.2017 - 09.2020
- Render hands-on assistance in implementing business at operational level to attain client’s utmost expectations
- Assess current process, procedures, and working environment to improve service level to customers, corporation profits, and well-being of colleagues
- Analyze staff performance by conducting performance reviews
- Carry out client visitation to enhance communication and service, as necessary
- Ensure vendor adherence to service standards and requirements based on contract terms
- Take charge of maintaining continuous improvement process to increase efficiencies and performance to clients
- Guarantee personnel hiring & training
- Direct all facets of the department’s profit and loss including financial transactions and accurate gross profit (GP) reports monthly
- Boosted competency level of all ocean freight staff ensuring quality, compliance, and outstanding service
Operational Key Account Manager
Kuehne + Nagel
Nashville, TN
03.2015 - 12.2017
- Delivered effective logistical solutions to local and global key accounts
- Collaborated with respective internal and external stakeholders in supporting customer initiatives
- Drove continuous process improvements to minimize operational redundancies and enhance efficiencies
- Established performance metrics to evaluate operational efficiencies
- Assumed responsibility in translating clients’ requirements and needs into reporting deliverables; as well as facilitating regular business reviews with customers assigned to portfolio
- Supported yearly requests for quotation (RFQs) and ad hoc pricing requests
- Offered routing and service solutions while generating and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Held accountability in implementing new lanes and additional business opportunities across the company network and offices
- Partnered with the Internal Customer Solutions Team in formulating and proposing systematic solutions to clients
- Addressed client questions and resolved complaints related to products, services and accounts.
- Prepared and presented progress reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Liaised between clients and management to provide client feedback and resolve inquiries.
Ocean Freight Manager
Panalpina World Transport
Nashville, TN
01.2014 - 02.2015
Ocean Import and Export Supervisor
Panalpina World Transport
Nashville, TN
12.2010 - 01.2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Universidade Salesiana De Americana
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Negotiation Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Process Improvement
- Budget and Cost Optimization
- Purchasing of Indirect Services
- Budgeting and Finance
Languages
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Leadership Coaching - Vanderbilt Executive Development Institute
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Mars Global Services
09.2020 - Current
Ocean Import Manager
Kuehne + Nagel
12.2017 - 09.2020
Operational Key Account Manager
Kuehne + Nagel
03.2015 - 12.2017
Ocean Freight Manager
Panalpina World Transport
01.2014 - 02.2015
Ocean Import and Export Supervisor
Panalpina World Transport
12.2010 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Universidade Salesiana De Americana
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