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Mariano Palla

Mariano Palla

Weston,FL

Summary

Supply chain expert with extensive experience at Bayer Pharmaceutical, achieving $3M in cost savings through innovative sustainability initiatives. Proficient in supply chain optimization and risk management, enhancing operational performance through effective teamwork. Director skilled in strategic planning and performance enhancement, recognized for developing operational strategies that drive growth and strengthen professional relationships. Proven ability to deliver innovative solutions and meet organizational objectives through strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Supply Chain Management

Bayer Pharmaceutical
Berkeley, USA
07.2022 - Current
  • Drove strategic vision for supply chain operations, integrating commercial products and clinical pipeline.
  • Led procurement, planning, Master Data management, change management, and inventory control.
  • Spearheaded alignment of site-level supply chain operations with global strategies.
  • Achieved $3M in cost savings in 2023 through sustainability-focused inventory and scrap reduction.
  • Developed comprehensive risk management frameworks to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
  • Orchestrated Raw Material Review Board to improve supplier performance metrics.
  • Championed adoption of digital supply chain technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed $60M annual spend, optimizing resource allocation to maximize return on investment.
  • Collaborated with regulatory teams to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Oversaw project timelines to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and deadlines.
  • Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
  • Identified opportunities for process optimization through data analysis.

Sr. Supply Chain Manager

Bayer Consumer Health
Mexico
08.2019 - 07.2022
  • Directed end-to-end supply chain operations for Consumer Health organization.
  • Pioneered integrated S&OP process, achieving over 80% forecast accuracy.
  • Mitigated obsolescence risks and optimized slow-moving materials, avoiding $4.5M in scrap.
  • Achieved $1.2M in operational cost savings through targeted process improvements.
  • Elevated service levels from 74% to 95% through Customer Collaboration Program.
  • Secured additional inventory during COVID-19, generating $15M in incremental sales.

Supply Chain Head

Bayer Consumer Health
Argentina
03.2017 - 08.2019
  • Directed resource and materials planning, ensuring Service Level exceeded 98%.
  • Led global project securing uninterrupted supply of 40% production volume to China.
  • Achieved 80% Supplier On-Time In-Full rate through strategic negotiations.
  • Managed $40M inventory, achieving minimal write-offs of $1M.
  • Cultivated strategic relationships with Contract Manufacturing Organizations, supporting 50% of local sales.

Distribution Center Head

Bayer Consumer Health
Argentina
03.2014 - 03.2017
  • Achieved an On-Time In-Full rate exceeding 92%.
  • Streamlined logistics supplier projects, significantly reducing logistics expenses.
  • Implemented TMS (Transport Management System): Streamlined logistics operations by integrating a Transport Management System, resulting in a 20% reduction in transportation costs and a 15% improvement in delivery times.

Education

MBA - MBA

Torcuato Di Tella
Buenos Aires, Argentina
12.2018

Skills

  • Supply chain optimization
  • Leadership development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Resilience planning
  • Vendor management
  • Logistics direction
  • Technology implementation
  • Complex problem solving
  • Sustainable practices promotion
  • Leadership across functions
  • Risk management
  • Communication expertise
  • Change management strategies
  • Manufacturing planning skills
  • Financial literacy
  • Global supply chain oversight

Others

LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

Timeline

Director of Supply Chain Management

Bayer Pharmaceutical
07.2022 - Current

Sr. Supply Chain Manager

Bayer Consumer Health
08.2019 - 07.2022

Supply Chain Head

Bayer Consumer Health
03.2017 - 08.2019

Distribution Center Head

Bayer Consumer Health
03.2014 - 03.2017

MBA - MBA

Torcuato Di Tella

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