MICHELE BASSANO
Broomfield,USA
Summary
Expert Logistics Analyst successful at supporting and improving logistics processes with attention to detail and expert knowledge of needs. Manages overall schedules and key dependencies with high level of skill. Forward-thinking in pursuing solutions to current and expected business problems.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Analyst
Nutrien Ag Solutions
Loveland, CO
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Create Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders, Outline Agreements and Goods Receipts in SAP.
- Oversee end-to-end Source-to-Pay process, with focus on supplier selection process and pricing management.
- Coordinated strategic partnerships with global suppliers around the world, securing optimal pricing and delivery terms.
- Negotiated with vendors to ensure lowest pricing via the RFP process, helping to achieve over $8m in savings from prior year.
- Track and analyze procurement metrics, preparing reports and presentations.
- Prepare NDAs and initiate supply agreement process with suppliers.
- Procure and manage packaging and raw materials for four 3rd party manufacturing sites.
International Logistics Specialist
JBS USA
Greeley, CO
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Responsible for exporting around 4,000,000 lbs. of frozen beef per week.
- Managed all documentation for exports, customs and all USDA Inspections required by each country.
- Managed bookings and orders using multiple platforms including SAP and Order Management.
- File shipment on Automated Export System (AES) for government requirements.
- Responsible to stay up to date with government requirements of international business/markets.
- Worked in a collaboration with sales team to plan exports accordingly.
- Analyze supplier metrics to determine most cost-effective options to use as our carriers.
Logistics Supervisor
Mitani Optical/Kopenhagen
São Paulo, Brazil
10.2011 - 01.2017
- Responsible for procuring products from suppliers including items for our storefronts as well as offices.
- Managed and supervised a team of 6 employees.
- Led international negotiations and purchases with the suppliers overseas - mainly Japan, Italy and Germany.
- Utilized SAP and MS Excel to coordinate the distribution of inventory across all 23 of our business units.
- Managed the leases for all 23 business units.
Administrative Manager
MM Business Consulting
Nagoya, Japan
06.2009 - 06.2011
- Collected and analyzed data from Brazilian retail businesses to facilitate sales in the Japanese market.
- Developed customized strategies to increase cross-cultural customer traffic and enhance business interaction.
- Reformulated financial reporting for Brazilian companies to ensure compliance with Japanese regulations.
Quality Control Supervisor
Toyota
Karia-Shi, Japan
01.2004 - 03.2009
- Managed quality evaluations.
- Resolved and prevented customer complaints.
- Monitored testing for performance compliance.
- Conducted inspections for product quality and safety.
- Identified improvements, modified methods, and trained staff.
- Wrote and revised SOPs as needed.
Education
Master of Business Administration - International Trade and International Business
Fundação Getulio Vargas
São Paulo, BrazilBachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration and Management
Association of International Education
Nagoya, Japan and São Paulo, BrazilSkills
- Supplier negotiation
- Logistics coordination
- Supplier relationship management
- Purchasing strategies
- Problem-solving abilities
Languages
English
Professional
Japanese
Elementary
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
Nutrien Ag Solutions
10.2023 - 02.2025
International Logistics Specialist
JBS USA
05.2022 - 07.2023
Logistics Supervisor
Mitani Optical/Kopenhagen
10.2011 - 01.2017
Administrative Manager
MM Business Consulting
06.2009 - 06.2011
Quality Control Supervisor
Toyota
01.2004 - 03.2009
Master of Business Administration - International Trade and International Business
Fundação Getulio Vargas
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration and Management
Association of International Education
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