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
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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
Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico
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, MexicoSkills
- 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