Izabel B.

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About Izabel B.

Bilingual Business Specialist (Portuguese & English) with a degree in Port Management and Foreign Trade, and over 8 years of experience in International Procurement. Skilled in designing and implementing client-centric business processes, aligning with market trends to drive demand generation and competitive advantages. Proficient in team leadership, fostering collaboration, and delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that enhance business value. Expertise includes advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL data analysis, SAP, and Power BI, enabling actionable insights and efficient decision-making.Please consider the below as a sample of my career highlights:Acted in the role of Project Leader regarding an SAP implementation initiative, this initiative facilitated the development of new skills, experience in the application of Agile methodologies and cohesion of collaborative work with consultants and key users. This project ranged from the conception of how SAP should operate within the company, and required in-depth monitoring of the implementation and change requests required in order to improve the functioning of the ERP.International Fairs attended: Canton Fair, Guangzhou, China (2016) Jinhan Fair, Guangzhou, China (2016). Canton Fair, Guangzhou, China (2018). Jinhan Fair, Guangzhou, China (2018). Yiwu Fair, Yiwu, China (2018). Christmas World Fair, Frankfurt (2019).Reviewed and implemented departmental processes and increased product portfolio which yielded growth eightfold. Managed a departmental budget exceeding a million reais in value.Leveraged a natural flair for leadership through the training, developing and management of a team of 11 procurement professionals. Generated considerable cost savings following a market analysis and review of existing suppliers; secured contracts with a new supplier mix facilitating cost saving and value. Secured several promotions within the entire employment period due to excellence in the field and an ability to grow within skills and knowledge.Reviewed and revitalised the logistic processes; securing cost savings such as 20% on the freight costs.Sourced 50 new suppliers and also expanded new territories such as Czech Republic, Netherlands and Turkey.IELTS - General Training - Score: 7.0Always interested in connecting with industry peers, like minded professionals and indeed Recruiters.