Alejandro Arias
Escazú
Summary
Results-driven leader with a strong background in sales, management, and analytical skills. Seeking opportunities in the corporate and investment finance industry. Proficient at translating complex information into actionable strategies and maintaining composure under pressure. Known for strategic leadership and problem-solving abilities, consistently achieving successful outcomes. Excels at building collaborative relationships and effectively communicating with diverse individuals to achieve shared objectives. Demonstrates resilience and composure under pressure, remaining calm and focused in challenging situations. Committed to continuous professional and personal development, an independent consultant with deep expertise in delivering impactful results. Adept at strategic planning, project management, and client relations, a strong collaborator who readily adapts to changing needs and ensures reliable performance. Drives success within diverse teams with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Consultant
Absolute Skin
06.2024 - Current
- Process mapping aimed at documenting and standardizing the company's services
- Prepared a business case for the due diligence of a potential acquisition of a Costa Rican family company utilizing the company's financial data
- Analyzed and optimized the costing of provided services to determine profitability by service, aligning with the company's financial goals
- Process Standardization: Developed and implemented standardized procedures to ensure ISO-9001 compliance
- Regulatory Adherence: Ensured adherence to safety and performance standards in all processes
- Project Coordination: Managed the programming, execution, and follow-up of compliance projects
- Handled confidential customer business and operational information.
Supply Chain Manager
Desarrollos Internacionales de Salud (DEINSA)
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Strategic Inventory Planning: Oversaw the projection and optimization of inventory purchases to meet demand forecasts and minimize holding costs
- Global Supply Chain Operations: Managed end-to-end import and distribution processes, ensuring compliance with international regulations and timely delivery
- Vendor Relations and Negotiations: Established and maintained strategic partnerships with local and international suppliers, achieving cost reductions and favorable contract terms
- KPI Implementation: Designed and implemented key performance indicators in 5 different departments (KPIs) to monitor and enhance supply chain performance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Cost Optimization and Efficiency: Introduced process improvements that reduced operational costs and enhanced workflow efficiency
- Leadership and Team Development: Directed 5 cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve departmental and organizational goals
- Process Standardization: Led the standardization of international purchasing processes, improving consistency in the ERP, reducing lead times, and minimizing operational risks
- Reduction of inventory cost by 24% over the course of 1 year
- Warehouse Design: New warehouse layout design and space optimization
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Discipline
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Patience
Industrial Sales Advisor for Water Purification Systems
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Technical sales engineer: Solved client technical challenges through consultative selling, resulting in effective and profitable solution implementation
- Product Sales: Managed sales of consumables and spare parts, driving revenue growth through tailored solutions
- Project Management: Coordinated and executed sales projects, including industrial water purification systems
- Supplier Negotiation: Negotiated with suppliers to optimize costs and ensure product availability
- Client Relationship Management: Maintained and expanded a portfolio of over 15 clients through regular follow-ups and personalized support
- Increased monthly target sales by 35% in the course of 1 year
Technical Service Lead
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintenance Coordination: Oversaw preventive maintenance schedules for customers, ensuring optimal equipment functionality
- Customer Negotiations: Conducted client negotiations for spare parts and consumables, securing long-term contracts
- Fieldwork Leadership: Directed on-site technical operations, ensuring timely issue resolution
- Digitalization of Technical Service Reports: Led the project to digitize technical service reports, addressing three key issues: environmental impact by reducing paper usage, financial savings exceeding $2 000 annually, and prevention of sensitive information loss
Logistics Intern
LEGRAND
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Inventory Management: Monitored billing and inventory processes to ensure data accuracy and operational efficiency
- Client Relations: Coordinated planning and management efforts to meet client demands
- Order Management: Processed purchase and sales orders, streamlining operations for timely delivery
- Scheduled deliveries and shipments, and provided real-time updates to all parties.
ISO-9001 Consultant
LANDERGREN CONSULTING GROUP
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Process Standardization: Developed and implemented standardized procedures to ensure ISO-9001
compliance. - Regulatory Adherence: Ensured adherence to safety and performance standards in all processes.
- Project Coordination: Managed the programming, execution, and follow-up of compliance projects.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
Education
Real Estate Economics and Finance Course -
The London School of Economics and Political Science
05.2024
Financial Management Specialization -
Coursera, offered by University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
03.2025
Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain Specialization -
Coursera, offered by University of California, Irvine
01.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Industrial Engineering
University of Costa Rica
01.2023
National Baccalaureate -
Saint Paul College
01.2015
Skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Discipline
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Patience
- Business analysis
- Inventory coordination
- Team development
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Exploring projects in the corporate and investment finance industry.
Timeline
Independent Consultant
Absolute Skin
06.2024 - Current
Supply Chain Manager
Desarrollos Internacionales de Salud (DEINSA)
05.2023 - 05.2024
Industrial Sales Advisor for Water Purification Systems
01.2022 - 05.2023
Logistics Intern
LEGRAND
01.2021 - 06.2021
Technical Service Lead
01.2021 - 01.2022
ISO-9001 Consultant
LANDERGREN CONSULTING GROUP
01.2020 - 06.2020
Financial Management Specialization -
Coursera, offered by University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain Specialization -
Coursera, offered by University of California, Irvine
Bachelor's Degree - Industrial Engineering
University of Costa Rica
National Baccalaureate -
Saint Paul College
Real Estate Economics and Finance Course -
The London School of Economics and Political Science
Similar Profiles
Amanda CarnalAmanda Carnal
Radio Frequency Technician at Precision Skin Services/Skin By MackenzieRadio Frequency Technician at Precision Skin Services/Skin By Mackenzie
Bailey DaynesBailey Daynes
Master Esthetician at Skin Boss Skin SpaMaster Esthetician at Skin Boss Skin Spa
Genevieve LoveringGenevieve Lovering
Salon Assistant at Skin & Ko Perth IPL Skin ClinicSalon Assistant at Skin & Ko Perth IPL Skin Clinic