Paris, Île-de-France, France
I lead global supply chains in the mining and metals industry — from deep-sea ore vessels to last-mile delivery, from mine to steelmaker. Over 20 years, I've built and optimized end-to-end supply chains across four continents, managing S&OP, logistics, procurement, and commercial operations for companies like Vale and Eramet. I've negotiated multimillion-dollar supplier agreements across China, India, Malaysia, and Europe, ramped up greenfield plants, and led teams of 30+ through complex transformations. What I bring to the table: → End-to-end supply chain leadership: S&OP, procurement, multimodal logistics (deep-sea, container, rail, trucking), distribution network optimization → Commercial acumen: tonnage allocation, contract negotiation, strategic sourcing across Asia, Europe, and the Americas → P&L ownership: budgeting, forecasting, cost optimization, and financial performance aligned with operational goals → Greenfield & transformation experience: plant ramp-ups, supplier network development, operational excellence programs → True international profile: lived and worked in Brazil, Switzerland, Malaysia, Singapore, and France. Fluent in Portuguese and English, proficient in French. I'm a hands-on leader who connects strategy to execution — building resilient supply chains that deliver results across borders, cultures, and complexity.
Directing worldwide S&OP and logistics operations across Eramet's five business lines — Manganese Ore, Manganese Alloys, Nickel, Mineral Sands, and Lithium — spanning operations in Gabon, Senegal, Norway, France, USA, Argentina, New Caledonia, and Indonesia, with sales offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Leading a 22-member team organized across three pillars: Commercial-Operational Planning, Bulk Shipments (large vessels), and Multimodal Transport (containers and trucking). Scope & scale: • Managing USD 250M+ annual logistics spend across dry bulk and containerized logistics • Overseeing 9M+ tonnes of bulk shipments annually across Capesize, Supramax, and Handysize vessels • Managing 15,000+ containers per year across multiple trade lanes • Coordinating last-mile trucking operations across Europe Key achievements: • Delivered ~USD 10M in annual logistics savings through freight optimization, vessel mix strategy, and strategic negotiations, with a structured roadmap to sustain and exceed targets • Led annual container tender across all business lines, securing rates significantly below budget and prior year benchmarks • Achieved double-digit CO₂ emission reduction vs. budget, advancing Eramet's decarbonation agenda • Optimized vessel mix strategy between Capesize and Supramax, capturing market spreads to reduce per-ton freight costs
Based in Singapore to strengthen Southeast Asian presence, continuing to lead S&OP, supply chain, procurement, commercial, quality, and financial management focused on the Malaysia ferroalloy asset's operational performance. • Managed P&L and aligned operational KPIs with C-level strategic objectives (HQ in Hong Kong) • Negotiated key supply agreements, securing cost-effective raw material sourcing across India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, China, and Malaysia • Transitioned the Malaysia greenfield operation from ramp-up to steady-state, optimizing costs and consolidating operational gains • Developed crisis management strategies during COVID-19, diversifying sourcing across three countries and multiple logistics routes to ensure uninterrupted operations • Collaborated with C-level stakeholders and Japan-based commercial team to align supply chain performance with long-term market positioning
Took over a struggling greenfield ferroalloy plant in Sarawak, Malaysia, restructuring operations, realigning the ramp-up strategy, and leading the asset from underperformance to full capacity and profitability. • Built and developed a high-performing team of 200+, implementing on-the-job training across multiple nationalities (Malaysian, Indian, Indonesian, Japanese, Chinese) in a region with limited prior industrial experience • Led S&OP transformation, improving forecast accuracy, asset reliability, and production planning responsiveness • Established local and regional procurement networks for reductants, quartz, mill scales, and manganese ore across India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, China, and Malaysia • Implemented P&L reporting improvements, increasing financial visibility and aligning operational performance with strategic objectives
Founded a consulting practice focused on operational planning, commercial strategy, and supply chain optimization for clients in the Mining & Metals sector across Europe and Brazil. • Delivered S&OP maturity assessments and implementation roadmaps for mining and metals clients • Advised on cost structure optimization, go-to-market strategy, and supply chain redesign • Supported business development initiatives bridging European and Brazilian markets
Statutory officer reporting directly to the Manganese Division CEO, with full P&L responsibility across S&OP, production planning, operational excellence, supply chain, strategic procurement, finance, investments, energy, and environmental compliance. Led a 32-member team through a business turnaround, aligning operations and finance with corporate strategy. • Reduced working capital by 34% (~USD 50M) in two years, reversing free cash flow from negative to positive • Implemented cost-reduction programs, cutting fixed costs by 8% annually and reducing stock levels by 19% • Adapted and led the integrated S&OP process following divestment of key assets, ensuring continued alignment between commercial, production, and financial functions • Led business unit turnaround through organizational restructuring, supplier contract renegotiations, and tax planning revisions • Supported profitability, working capital efficiency, and long-term business continuity during a period of significant portfolio transformation
Managed the global S&OP process and sales allocation strategy for Vale's Manganese Division from Switzerland, balancing tonnage distribution across Asia (India, China, Japan), Europe, and the Americas. Reported to the Commercial General Manager, playing an active role in strategic procurement, contract negotiations, and production planning for European assets in Norway and France. • Led S&OP integration across mining and alloy value streams, aligning production, inventory, and market allocation to maximize efficiency and commercial impact • Coordinated global tonnage allocation with Head of Commercial, optimizing pricing, contract fulfilment, and sales profitability across all regions • Restructured European commercial operations and realigned international market strategies, delivering a 9% increase in margins • Developed integrated S&OP process connecting mine-to-market value chain, enhancing production planning and inventory management across three continents