Ricardo S.

Pereira
2970 NE 16th AVE #310
OAKLAND PARK FL 33334
(954)479-6873
ricardopereira@live.com

Summary

Persistent analyst who is constantly looking for ways to lower the costs on necessary products and services
processes. Adept to vendor negotiations, developing comparison spreadsheets and helping to bring projects in at or
under budget. Specializes in large projects, aviation ground support, aircrafts, helicopters, airports ground support and
security projects.

Skills

ADM Business Personal Technical

*Brand management
*Office administration
*Product advertising
*Good listener *Attention to detail
*Vendor interaction
*Attention to detail *ERP proficient
*Quality control analysis
*Communication skills *Photoshop
*Purchasing techniques

*Commercial awareness *Presentation skills *Microsoft Office Tools

*Negotiation techniques

*Process analyses study *Problem solving *Quick Books

*Query resolution
*Analytical mind High levels of *Quantum
*Conflict resolution *Analysis techniques integrity
*Smart appearance *Task Developer *SAP System
*Posture

*Competitor analysis *Relationship building *CRM skills *Data Analyst

Career History & Accomplishments
STS Aviation / Embraer Executive Jets, P3E Cell Agent/ Planner August 2017
Location: Fort Lauderdale FL Employees: 40 Current

 Reduce more than 60% on the base cost of the stablished procurements on the first quarter of the year.
 Development of processes and procedures increasing the security of the process in 40% within the half
year.

 Quantum, SAP (ERP used for the aviation field).

 Negotiate and purchase spare parts and aircrafts with vendors.
 Arrange and attend into meetings with prospect suppliers.
 Analyzes of the material procurement needs of the organization.
 Business (Macro and Micro) analysis for prospect vendors and new business.
 Technical analysis and evaluations of IPCs and manuals (Corporate, Commercial, Military Aircrafts).

 Ensured all paperwork like contracts and other documents are properly evaluated.

 Yearly average procurement responsibilities value up to half million.

August 2013
RCS Aviation LLC, Procurement Specialist
August 2017
Location: Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 Employees: 6

 Reduce more than 45% on the base cost of the stablished procurements on the
1º year.
 Development of processes and procedures increasing the security of the process
in 40% within the 1º year.

 Quantum, Pentagon and Insightly proficient (ERP used for the aviation field).
 Negotiate and purchase spare parts and aircrafts with vendors.
 Arrange and attend into meetings with prospect suppliers.
 Analyzes of the material procurement needs of the organization.
 Business (Macro and Micro) analysis for prospect vendors and new business.
 Technical analysis and evaluations of IPCs and manuals (Corporate, Commercial,
Military Aircrafts).

 Ensured all paperwork like contracts and other documents are properly
evaluated.

 Yearly average procurement responsibilities value up to one million.

AW-Tronics Limited, Procurement Specialist August 2012

Location: Miami, FL 33132 Employees: 7 January 2013

 Conducted security researches on vendors before making any purchase.

 Attending important meetings and client get together.
 Establishing a central procurement service.
 Speaking to subordinates and explaining exactly what needs to be done and
what is expected of them.
 Developing the company’s purchasing strategy, reducing an average of 50%
costs over 1 year.
 Regularly visiting locally, national, and international suppliers.
 Managing the delivery of multiple activities in parallel.
 Investigating the commercial integrity of sub-contracts and vendors.
 Developing good relationships with key suppliers to ensure best value.
 Setting targets for members of the procurement team.
 Processing purchase orders with average responsibility of one to two million
dollars yearly.
ST Stones, Accounting Manager January 2013
December 2014
Location: Pompano Beach, FL 33069 Employees: 15
 Responsible for accounts payables, receivables handling over 90% of the
company revenue, approximately over three million dollar yearly including
payroll.
 Performing collect calls to maintain accuracy of accounts on time and with
precision of numbers.
 Identifying possible errors in transactions related to payments or bank receipts.
 Collecting all the information required to create customers account.
 Writing accurate & informative reports and documentation related.
 Contacting prospective clients by phone and email for eventually collection or
refunds.

Accelerated Business Solutions, International Sales Manager April 2012

Location: Pompano Beach, FL 33064 Employees: 10 july 2013

 Involved in developing sales & pricing strategies help improve over 20% of the
main gross company profit during all period worked.
 Liaising with customers and dealer network to answer and resolve their queries.
 Identifying and then researching potential leads and opportunities.
 Constantly developing existing sales processes to generate sustainable growth.

 Writing accurate & informative sales reports and documentation.

 Contacting prospective clients by phone and email to insure customer
satisfaction after and during the sale.

American Sun Components, International Sales Consultant June 2010

Location: Tamarac, FL 33321. Employees: 12 April 2012

 Responsible for sales of electronic components and aircrafts parts for a very unique high class of
international customer, targeting more than $100.000.00 in sales yearly

 Creating and maintaining a long-term business relationship gaining the thrust and credibility of clients.
 Contacting prospective clients by phone and email.
 Identifying the customer's needs.
 Dealing with a diverse range of clients in the private and the public sector.
 Evaluating competitor activity and developing appropriate responses.
 Making appointments to meet new and existing clients.
 Key Skills and Competencies

Professional

 Knowledge of online auctions and e-tenders.

 Ability to work in interdisciplinary and international teams.
 Writing professional memos, emails and formal business letters.
 An excellent team player who can work effectively under pressure.

Personal

 Having a sympathetic approach and able to quickly understand the needs of an employee.
 Willing to take personal responsibility for the success of a project.
 Open to new ideas and was of working.

Areas of Expertise

Comparing prices
Supplier rationalization
Purchasing activities
Project management
Finding suppliers

Education
B.A Degree in International Business Administration Graduated
Everglades University, Boca Raton, FL

M.B.A Degree International Business Administration/

Aviation Management Complete graduation in
Everglades University, Boca Raton, FL September 2019

Languages

Fluent English
Fluent Portuguese
Some Spanish