Jeferson Rafael de Paula

Cross Docking and Fulfillment Operations

São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo, Brazil

About

Results-driven Logistics and Distribution Manager with 16 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, and finance, primarily at Ambev. Proven track record in process optimization, cost reduction, and strategic supply chain management across multiple South American countries. Skilled in direct sales, inventory control, freight management, and distribution planning. Strong leadership abilities in managing large-scale logistics operations and cross-functional teams.

Experience

  • Cross Docking and Fulfillment Operations at Mercado Livre
    Aug 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    Integration of people, processes, and technology to drive Cross Docking and Fulfillment efficiency. Focus on engagement, operational excellence, and customer experience.

  • Ambev (Full-time · 15 yrs 8 mos)
    • Logistics and Distribution Manager
      Nov 2023 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

      Responsible for managing the soft drink production and supply chain in the southern region of the country, serving the states of Paraná, Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul. In Distribution, responsible for distributing Craft Beer, Beer, premium products, and other soft drinks through the BEEs platform. Serving end customers in the greater Porto Alegre region through synergies and collaborative ecosystems.

    • Continuous Improvement Specialist (Corporate)
      Mar 2019 - Oct 2023 · 4 yrs 8 mos

      Process specialist and innovation in corporate Logistics area, responsible for defining routines and processes for South American operations (Breweries, Soft Drinks, Malting and Vertical Operations (Crown, Labels, Glass and Soft Drink). Countries Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia and Chile.

    • Logistics and Finance Manager
      Apr 2015 - Feb 2019 · 3 yrs 11 mos

      Logistics: Responsible for input planning, production scheduling, inventory policy management and optimization, finished product distribution, freight cost optimization and service level. Financial: Management of variable cost and budget, cash flow, property security and Information Technology.

  • ERP Consulting at Eprogress
    Mar 2006 - Mar 2008 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Implementation Specialist of the ERP Aplos Management System (SAP type), covering the modules: Commercial, Purchasing, Financial and Manufacturing. Acting in the application of Training Programs to the users of the System, elaboration of Process Mapping and in the development of customizations.