ANDRÉS FORERO GUERRERO
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Results-driven and dynamic operations management professional with extensive experience in the oil & gas and chemical industries. Demonstrates a strong competency in optimizing supply chain and logistics operations, with a proven track record in production plant management. Adept at strategic planning, demand forecasting, and executing effective purchasing strategies. Highly skilled in negotiating with suppliers and third-party logistics providers (3PL) to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Known for decisive decision-making and a proactive approach to resolving complex operational challenges, ensuring seamless and efficient business processes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
SOLUQUISA S.A.
Yuncos (Toledo), Spain
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Design and direct strategic plans to ensure the profitability of the business in the medium and long term
- Effectively manage the company's human capital (30 people) and technical resources to ensure maximum productivity and profitability within a work environment of well-being, commitment and motivation
- Identify opportunities for growth, expansion and generation of new business
- Ensure compliance with legal norms and regulations applicable to the industry
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
Operations & Logistics Manager
PETROBRAS
Bogotá, Colombia
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Directed and ensured the operational and logistical development of the lubricant production plant and 6 storage terminals for petroleum derivatives and biofuels, to meet the demand of Petrobras' downstream businesses in Colombia
- Logistics optimization and negotiation with suppliers generated operating savings of more than US$ 5M per year
- Achievement and management of more than 10 lubricant oil blending contracts with a volume of 11M liters per year, which increased the production plant's operating capacity by 70% and reduced manufacturing costs by 14%
- Administered contracts with global suppliers for more than USD 50M
- Oversaw a team of 50 to 60 employees, including professionals and technicians, achieving 100% compliance with HS&E's corporate goals.
Lubricants Supply Chain Manager
PETROBRAS
Bogotá, Colombia
08.2012 - 03.2018
- Managed and planned the supply chain processes in its stages of negotiation with suppliers, purchasing, inventory, production, warehousing and distribution to ensure product availability, customer satisfaction and company profitability
- Designed and set a production system, and redefined the inventory policy, creating savings of US$ 2M (39% reduction) in working capital within the first year
- Implemented new contracting processes for the purchase of raw materials and primary transportation that resulted in savings of US$ 850K and reduced production costs by 19%
- Supervised an interdisciplinary group of 30 to 40 people, exceeding corporate safety, environmental and occupational health objectives.
Lubes Production Manager
PETROBRAS
Bogotá, Colombia
01.2007 - 07.2012
- Defined and directed the technical resources, human talent and materials for the proper execution of production programs, as well as engineering and maintenance projects for the lubricant production plant
- Led a Lean Manufacturing initiative to minimize production "waste", generating a 20% reduction in operating costs
- Achieved a 99% compliance of customer requirements (production plans) by strengthening communication channels and streamlining the flow of materials
- Carried out a production system based on real demands that reduced finished product delivery SLAs from 5 to 3 days
- Coordinated a staff of 25 to 30 people, reinforcing and increasing its commitment to operational safety and respect for the environment
- Recognized as the Company's best professional in 2011 for the commitment and results obtained.
Quality Control Professional
SHELL
Bogotá, Colombia
12.2003 - 12.2006
- Ensured that the flow of materials – raw material and finished product – complied with international quality standards and developed corrective and preventive actions based on recorded nonconformities
- Developed formulations of +50 products of the lubricant oil portfolio to enable the start of in-house production
- Obtained savings between 5-10% in raw materials consumption by optimizing lubricants formulations while ensuring compliance with international standards
- Held +30 technical training workshops, visited customers' facilities, and provided product quality reports to support the technical and commercial areas
- Appointed as laboratory supervisor (in charge) of the Mosquera grease plant with a team of 5 collaborators
- Performed for 2 consecutive years 100% results in global inter-laboratory quality control tests.
Education
Dual Degree Master in Top Management & Executive MBA -
UNIVERSIDAD REY JUAN CARLOS & EAE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Madrid, Spain09.2022
Dual degree Master in Supply Chain Management & Logistics -
UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA & EAE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Barcelona, Spain06.2014
Master in Project Management -
UNIVERSIDAD EL BOSQUE
Bogotá, Colombia03.2011
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry -
UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL DE COLOMBIA
Bogotá, Colombia10.2002
Skills
- Strategic thinking and global vision
- Planning and negotiation skills
- Decision making
- Strong analytical capabilities
- Fast-paced and dynamic business environments
- Leadership and assertive communication
- Teamwork and cross-functional environments
- Ethics and responsibility
- Flexibility and adaptability
- SAP ERP
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional
Timeline
Operations Manager
SOLUQUISA S.A.
12.2021 - 09.2022
Operations & Logistics Manager
PETROBRAS
04.2018 - 03.2020
Lubricants Supply Chain Manager
PETROBRAS
08.2012 - 03.2018
Lubes Production Manager
PETROBRAS
01.2007 - 07.2012
Quality Control Professional
SHELL
12.2003 - 12.2006
Dual Degree Master in Top Management & Executive MBA -
UNIVERSIDAD REY JUAN CARLOS & EAE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Dual degree Master in Supply Chain Management & Logistics -
UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA & EAE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Master in Project Management -
UNIVERSIDAD EL BOSQUE
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry -
UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL DE COLOMBIA