a copy of Brother Andres` resume

Andres Saldias PhD.
626 Safeharbour Dr. Ocoee, Fl 34761 • 7039013230 • [email protected]
Qualitifications Profile
Hands-on professional with strong qualifications in promoting revenue increased levels. Senior expertise in
supply chain, global sourcing, imports- exports, hospitality and travel industry, B2B, B2C, transport logistics,
inventory control, P&L and distribution channels. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and
organizational continuous improvement processes specialist. Creative thinker with a keen ability to lead, train
and motivate efficient work teams. An accomplished executive with successful Key Performance Indicators
(KPI) for prestigious companies in the United States, Southeast Asia, Latin America, Central America and
Eastern Europe. Bilingual/Bicultural English and Spanish.
Core Competences
Strategic Planning
Budget and Finances Management
Business Savvy and Leadership
Unmatchable Negotiation Skills
Imports/Exports/Distribution
Motivating Leader
Sourcing/Procurement
Business Plans Expert
Training and Mentoring
Professional Background
Business Development Senior Consultant. Global Partner LLC. Orlando, Florida.
July 2014-Current
Part time based on contracts. Found new business and investment opportunities between global companies
and US market buyers. Trade promotion activities for companies based in Panamá, El Salvador, South
America and the United States in the sectors: Software, tourism, specialty foods and manufactures.
General Manager. Elite Destination Management. Orlando, Florida
Aug 2011 – June 2014
Directed overall administration and revenue yield generating initiatives for the corporate hospitality industry
business in Orlando, including strategic planning, client satisfaction and vendors partnerships. Business Plan
comprehensive management ensuring pristine budget control while securing positive financial results.
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Organized and created a new administrative structure along with strategic planning that generated a
sustainable 300% revenue growth and 2000% new clients increase in three years period.
Developed strategic supply chain with new vendors and clients, safeguarding cost effectiveness (30%
reduction) and profit management (50% increase).
Brainstormed and packaged persuasive business management technologies used in all phases of
company market positioning and sustainable growth at the Orlando hospitality industry.
Responsible for all phases of the business cycle: Sales, supply chain, procurement, contracts,
payments, P&L, on site operations supervision and client satisfaction.
International Business Senior Advisor - Worldwide
Jun 2005 - Current
Freelance independent senior advisor for multimillion firms based in the United States, Europe, Asia, Central
America and Latin America. Expert in sales, distribution channels, global trade, freight forwarding, logistics,
supply chain, procurement, trade regulations and Best Production Practices.
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Supply Chain, distribution channels and organizational development strategies design and
implementation for 300 manufacturing and trading companies in the United States, Ukraine, Peru,
Mexico, Panama, El Salvador, Indonesia, Brazil, Vietnam, Bolivia and Chile.
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Implemented world-class management systems and meet the needs of all internal and external
constituencies with an emphasis on processes, quality, productivity, budget control and profitability.
Market linkages and global sourcing for: Paper products, ceramic tiles and roofing, glass, textiles,
motorcycle’s parts and plastics companies ranging from 50 to 5,000 workers.
Global Sourcing Vice President, Altifashion. Bolivia – New York. USA.
Dec 2002 – Jun 2005
Designed and implemented a textile global investment under trade and quality regulations of U.S. and Europe
markets. KPI’s successful results full management. 8 Area Managers and 1,000 workers direct supervisor.
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500% revenue growth by expanding sales to Brazil, U.S., Chile, Mexico and Europe.
New customer base acquisition: Jones NY, Cabela’s, Jos A Banks, Ralph Lauren and Ellen Tracy.
Effectively management of materials supply chain, quality control systems and lean manufacturing.
Managed market expansion initiatives that boosted ROI by 50% within two years.
Contracts negotiation and shipment operations that generated $15 million yearly revenue.
Operations Vice President – SIMEX - United Furniture. High Point, NC. USA
Feb 2001-Nov 2002
Organized a global supply chain department and vendor control systems. Budget and finances KPI’s
administration. Implemented quick response programs, improved manufacturing operations and designed a
new corporate structure. Direct Supervisor for 12 area managers and 2,500 factory workers in 4 countries.
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Maintained full responsibility for managing global operations, logistics, customs procedures, business
optimization and international supply chain management with vendors in China, Brazil, Chile and
Bolivia, that boosted sales 500% and productivity from 60% to 90%.
Negotiated and managed purchasing contracts totaling $65 million.
Attended several trade shows and conferences in the US and overseas.
Global Operations Vice President, Ametex S.A. New York. USA
Mar 1992- Jan 2001
Responsible for client relationship management (CRM), P&L accountability, planning, timely deliveries,
problem resolution and cost control. Provided analysis and recommendation of additional product/service
offerings and engaged client management to enhance existing relationships.
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1992
1991
Administered manufacturing operations in Bolivia and international business with customers in the
United States, Europe, Asia and Latin America including corporations such as: Polo Ralph Lauren,
Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, DKNY, Calvin Klein, Gymboree, J.Crew, etc.
Expanded markets to United States, Argentina, Brazil, Russia, Switzerland, Chile, Colombia, Mexico
and Panama resulting in $ 80 million in additional sales.
200% revenue increased in two years period by organizing corporate structure and cost administration.
Education
PhD Degree, Business Administration with Minor in International Trade and Management.
Americus University. Bolivia-U.S.
Master’s Degree, Foreign Trade, Nur and Catholic University of Valparaiso. Chile.
Master’s Degree, International Business, International Relations School. Bolivia.
BA, Economist with major in Strategic Finances. Bolivia.
Technical Skills
Expert Proficiency in MS Office. Several published books in productivity, financial management templates,
press notes, specialized magazines articles and intellectual research publications. Winner of the
“Best Business Practices Award”. Year 2008, granted by the World Confederation of Business. Houston,
Texas.