Daniela Curbelo
Clifton
Summary
Accomplished Senior Director with over 15 year of expertise in global and domestic procurement, logistics, purchasing, planning, and sourcing. Proven track record of optimizing supply chain processes, managing high-value budgets, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. Adept at vendor negotiations, team management, and regulatory compliance, strongly focusing on international and domestic sourcing strategies. Recognized for driving business growth, fostering strategic partnerships, and leading teams to deliver consistent results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Director of Procurement & Purchasing
Fasano Restaurant and Hotel
New York City
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed procurement strategies for restaurants and hotels while managing consistent supply chain processes and implementing cost-control measures.
- Tracking and reporting purchasing metrics, monitoring key performance indicators, and analyzing data to identify areas for improvement. Prepare and present reports to management, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Complying with regulations and laws ensures that all procurement activities comply with applicable rules and laws.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock availability. Conduct regular inventory checks, establish performance controls, and forecast replenishment needs to keep stock adequate.
- Managing purchasing budgets creates and manages budgets for goods and services, ensuring that expenses align with the company’s overarching financial objectives.
- Managing the procurement process involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery.
- Supervising a team, ensuring proper training, procedure adherence, and efficient performance.
- Coordinating the operations of the purchasing, receiving, and storeroom departments to ensure an adequate supply.
- Staying updated on new and alternative market products while advising management on cost-effective options.
Director of Procurement, Logistics & Operations
Cipriani Trade-Cipriani USA
New York
02.2018 - 03.2023
- Implemented import and export strategies that supported business goals and supported compliance with trade regulations
- Manage inventory levels and ensure sufficient stock is available to meet customer demand.
- Monitor logistics and distribution to ensure products are delivered on time and in full.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers to ensure that the company has access to the best possible resources and that customer needs are met.
- Ensuring purchases are made at competitive prices while maintaining high standards of quality and service.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors,shipping companies, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to secure optimal rates and delivery.
- Ensure that all supply chain activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Managed annual budget, determining expenses, calculating cash flow, and assessing profits for resource allocation.
- Manage and support teams, providing guidance, support, and motivation to develop performance efficiency and training as required.
Director of Logistics & Operations
Taste Real Italy
Remote
04.2015 - 06.2018
- Spearheaded planning and management for warehouses and transportation, including international logistical operations
- Organized workflow prioritization, negotiated with customers, and collaborated with stakeholders to achieve sales targets
- Managed import and export documentation, including customs declarations, bills of lading, and all shipping documents
- Ensured compliance with FDA, USDA, and OSHA regulations to guarantee safe food production and consumer protection
- Coordinated domestic and international food shows to introduce the company to the market and prospective customers
Director of Operations
Parmacotto America
Manhattan
09.2009 - 03.2015
- Oversaw all operational aspects by establishing strategic goals, leading process innovation, and planning for new growth
- Achieved operational efficiency by coordinating purchasing activities and inventories management with dynamic teams
- Directed daily logistics operations, confirming timely and accurate completion of records and on-time delivery of supplies
- Solved issues, provided customer service, and managed international and domestic logistics, promoting secure operations
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
DeVry University
Skills
- Defining Purchasing Goals and Strategies
- Sourcing and Supplier Management
- Procurement and Contract Negotiation
- Vendor relationship management
- Complying with Regulations and Laws
- Tracking and Reporting Purchasing Metrics
- Managing Purchasing Budgets
- Efficient Dispatch & Inventory Control
- SOP implementation
- Procurement & Sourcing Leadership
- Domestic & International Vendor Negotiation
- Problem-solving
- Team development
- Hiring and training
- Managing operations and efficiency
Training Licenses Certifications
- HACCP – Seafood FSPCA
- HACCP – Processor and Manufacturers
- GMP
- FSVP
- Master Certification in Supply Chain Management & Logistics – Michigan State University
Technical Skills
- Adobe, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint Presentations, Excel,
- Fishbowl
- SAP
- Craftable
- Toast
- Business Centra
- AS400
- Magento
- Shopify E-Commerce,
Timeline
Sr Director of Procurement & Purchasing
Fasano Restaurant and Hotel
04.2024 - 12.2024
Director of Procurement, Logistics & Operations
Cipriani Trade-Cipriani USA
02.2018 - 03.2023
Director of Logistics & Operations
Taste Real Italy
04.2015 - 06.2018
Director of Operations
Parmacotto America
09.2009 - 03.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
DeVry University
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