Nathalia Farkuh
Supply Chain/ Procurement Director
Sao Paulo,SP
Summary
Dynamic Supply Chain and Procurement Leader with over 14 years of experience in the consumer goods industry. Proven excelling in supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing. Exceptional leadership skills with expertise in managing cross-functional teams and driving successful digital transformation projects.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Procurement Director, E2E Services, Americas
Colgate Palmolive Co
02.2022 - Current
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services in line with project timelines.
- Led contract negotiation efforts for major suppliers, ensuring favorable terms that supported business requirements while mitigating risk exposure.
- Developed annual budgets for the procurement department based on historical spend data, forecasting future needs, and aligning resources accordingly.
- Evaluated emerging technologies to enhance procurement operations such as e-sourcing platforms or automation tools.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication, collaboration, and mutual goal-setting for long-term partnerships.
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier management techniques.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to define procurement objectives aligned with overall business goals and strategies.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement through data analysis, resulting in increased operational efficiency within the procurement department.
- Coordinated with global counterparts to leverage scale advantages in negotiations while maintaining local market relevance in product selection or service offerings.
- Developed comprehensive procurement policies and procedures to standardize practices across the organization.
- Lead a diverse team of 31 professionals across the Americas, including 4 direct reports, fostering collaboration and driving performance excellence to achieve organizational goals.
- Managed annual expenditures ranging from $1.2Bi -1.5Bi, achieving savings of approximately 5% of the total spend.
Demand Planning Sr Manager, Brazil
Colgate Palmolive Co
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Assisted in budget preparation by providing accurate sales forecasts, supporting financial planning efforts across the organization.
- Maintained a comprehensive understanding of product portfolios and unique market dynamics, enabling tailored demand planning strategies for each category.
- Streamlined inventory management through improved demand planning processes, reducing stockouts and excess inventory.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders by organizing monthly meetings to review forecasts, discuss variances, and address potential issues.
- Maximized revenue growth by collaborating with sales and marketing teams to align promotional activities with demand forecasts.
- Developed comprehensive demand plans to support new product launches, leading to successful market introductions.
- Lead a diverse team of 5 direct reports, fostering collaboration and driving performance excellence to achieve organizational goals.
- Managed the annual budget and sales forecast for Brazil, which is Colgate's third-largest subsidiary globally. Oversaw more than 1,000 SKUs across three key categories: Oral Care, Personal Care, and Home Care.
Procurement Manager, Brazil
Colgate Palmolive Co
12.2016 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with finance departments and Divisional Procurement on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Negotiated strategic contracts for Brazil with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function by identifying areas for optimization and proposing actionable recommendations.
- Implemented category management strategies to optimize purchasing decisions across various product lines and business units.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new suppliers and emerging technologies that could enhance company operations or reduce costs.
- Managed a team of procurement professionals, 5 direct reports, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve organizational goals.
- Managed annual expenditures ranging from $300 million to $500 million, achieving savings of approximately 7% to 10% of the total spend.
Procurement Specialist
Colgate Palmolive
08.2012 - 12.2016
- Facilitated transparent bidding processes for supplier selection, ensuring fairness and adherence to established guidelines.
- Facilitated transparent bidding processes for supplier selection, ensuring fairness and adherence to established guidelines.
- Developed and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
- Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives within the procurement department that significantly reduced overhead expenses.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop project-specific procurement plans, aligning strategies with overall business objectives.
- Managed annual expenditures from $50 million to $100 million, achieving savings of approximately 7% to 10% of the total spend.
Education
Training - The Skilled Negotiation
THE GAP Partnership
US 05.2024 - 05.2024
Master of Science - CEAG
Faculdade Getúlio Vargas, SP
Sao Paulo, SP 02.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineer
Escola De Engenharia Maua
Sao Caetano Do Sul 01.2006 - 12.2011
Skills
Supplier relationship management
Procurement / Negotiation expertise
Supply chain optimization
Strategic sourcing
Budget planning
Problem-solving
Team leadership
Adaptability and flexibility
Critical thinking
Effective communication
Organizational skills
Timeline
Training - The Skilled Negotiation
THE GAP Partnership
05.2024 - 05.2024
Procurement Director, E2E Services, Americas
Colgate Palmolive Co
02.2022 - Current
Demand Planning Sr Manager, Brazil
Colgate Palmolive Co
12.2019 - 01.2022
Procurement Manager, Brazil
Colgate Palmolive Co
12.2016 - 11.2019
Master of Science - CEAG
Faculdade Getúlio Vargas, SP
02.2015 - 12.2016
Procurement Specialist
Colgate Palmolive
08.2012 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineer
Escola De Engenharia Maua
01.2006 - 12.2011
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