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Roberto Narvaez

Summary

Dynamic finance leader with a proven track record at Dematic, excelling in strategic business planning and team-oriented leadership. Spearheaded business transformation initiatives, enhancing performance and optimizing profits. Cultivated a culture of innovation while implementing data-driven decision-making processes, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Director Finance

Dematic
06.2022 - Current
  • Finance business partner for Supply Chain and Operations, responsible for financial oversight of Manufacturing, Procurement, Supply Planning and Delivery, Quality and Health and Safety
  • Cultivated a culture of innovation by promoting creative thinking and encouraging employees to take calculated risks in pursuit of solutions.
  • Developed strong relationships with key partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
  • Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and implementing strategic plans and initiatives.
  • Managed risk effectively by identifying potential threats, developing contingency plans, and implementing mitigation strategies in line with overall business objectives.
  • Established data-driven decision-making processes and implemented best practices in analytics to optimize performance across the organization.
  • Increased employee satisfaction, providing regular coaching and feedback sessions.

Finance Director

Dematic
01.2018 - 05.2022
  • Created the Global Supply Chain finance team, assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees to support the regions.
  • Facilitated process improvements by automating manual tasks, increasing efficiency within the finance function.
  • Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient budgeting and forecasting systems.
  • Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
  • Implemented costing policy for all manufactured products around the globe.

Controller

Dematic
11.2014 - 12.2017
  • Completed successful Mexico entities set up on time and on budget.
  • Start up on time and on budget of the state of the art Monterrey Manufacturing facility, as well as the engineering center in Monterrey and the Mexico city sales office.
  • Hired and mentored the Mexico financial team consisting of Accounting, Tax, Controlling, AP/AR, Treasury and costing.
  • Implemented sound internal controls, prepared balance sheets analysis, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 1000 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Recovered $7m of Value added tax through extensive analysis and negotiations with Mexican authorities.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, AP and T&E Management, and income tax returns.

Regional Financial Controller

Smiths Medical
07.2009 - 10.2014
  • Managed 2 medical manufacturing sites (Ohio and Monterrey), successfully launched vertical integration projects providing $2m usd savings per year.
  • Coordinated successful external audits by preparing all required documentation and addressing auditor inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Developed annual budgeting process in collaboration with department leaders to align resources with strategic objectives.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection processes and implementing rigorous monthly review procedures.

Country Controller

TI Automotive Systems
01.2000 - 06.2009
  • Managed the financial operations of 8 manufacturing sites in Mexico (Monterrey, Reynosa and Mexico city) driving operational improvements throughout the operational enterprise.

Education

Certified Public Accountant -

Universidad Autonoma De Tamaulipas
Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico

Skills

  • Team-oriented leadership
  • Organizational culture change
  • Strategic business planning
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Skilled in financial operational management

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Senior Director Finance

Dematic
06.2022 - Current

Finance Director

Dematic
01.2018 - 05.2022

Controller

Dematic
11.2014 - 12.2017

Regional Financial Controller

Smiths Medical
07.2009 - 10.2014

Country Controller

TI Automotive Systems
01.2000 - 06.2009

Certified Public Accountant -

Universidad Autonoma De Tamaulipas

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