Montevideo, Montevideo, Uruguay
Manuel is a General Manager with over 13 years of experience in leading Technology and Agribusiness companies in Latin America and beyond. He is a Chemical Engineer and MBA with a passion for helping companies on improving their business processes through digital transformation and AI. In his previous role at Sienz, he successfully led the regional business spin-off from Compac, a New Zealand based company, and established Sienz as a complete solution designer, provider, and integrator of Compac Tomra technologies. He developed B to B regional and international markets, selling and delivering over 200 million dollars of projects to over 12 different countries in the last 8 years. He also introduced new technologies, including software, vision systems, and industrial automation solutions, that increased customer satisfaction and retention. Manuel is a team leader and business development expert who strives to create value for his clients and stakeholders.
• Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency in small and medium enterprises. • Leveraged AI capabilities to improve process workflows, driving innovation and competitiveness. • Developed tailored training programs to elevate AI skills among client teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversaw the Latin American business operations, managing a team of over 100 across six countries. • Led market development initiatives and strengthened customer relationships to enhance sales leadership, acting as Chief Revenue Officer for Global Markets • Developed and executed strategies for budget management and P&L oversight. • Spearheaded the deployment of advanced Machine Learning and Deep Learning Vision Systems for clients.
Project Manager and General Management advisor. Compac is a New Zealand based company focused on technology and equipment design and manufacturing for fresh fruit industry.
General Manager of the company Biofuels, sugar, electric energy and commodities production. Owner of n°1 sugar brand in Uruguay N° 1 in animal feed production in Uruguay N° 2 in renewable energy production in Uruguay Exports to Europe, Asia and South America of biofuels, animal feed and glicerol 4 production sites, 1 logistic site Agriculture productions of grains and sugar cane Over 1 million metric tons of feedstock and raw material processing per year Over 40.000 hectares of direct and under contract agriculture production. Over 900 persons in charge. Over 250.000.000 dollars turnover.
Manager of the Business Unit in charge of biodiesel and food production and agriculture production of soy, sunflower and canola. Design and construction of two biodiesel production plants. Over 40.000.000 USD turnover