Andres Blanco Picado

Experience

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  Bridgestone

  Feb 2012 - Feb 2013

  Central America Logistics Analyst

  • In charge of the re-importation process for the brand Bandag.• Importation/exportation SAP volume reports/analysis• Customer service for Central American Customers• Queries resolution for incorrect/incomplete shipments. • PO creation in SAP.• Material creations SAP

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  Pantera Negra Global Latinoamerica (PNGLA)

  Feb 2013 - Sept 2013

  LATAM GR/IR Analyst

  • Vendor account statements validations.• Block invoices reports.• GR/IR (3-way match) validation and resolution. • Analysis of posted invoice for QA purposes.

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  Bridgestone

  Oct 2013 - Oct 2014

  Treasury agent for Brazil

  • In charge of the process documentation (flowcharts and DTPs) of the entire treasury processes performed in Bridgestone Brazil.• Knowledge capture in Brazil (+5 months) • Knowledge transfer to the team members in CR once the processes were migrated. • Execution of processes such as: customer service, daily cash flow, upload bank statements, bank payments, urgent payments, tax payments, “Boleto” payments, payment proposal, international payments. • Tax payments responsible.

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  IBM

  Oct 2014 - Oct 2017

  • People manager (+25 direct reports)• SLA and KPI validations. • Client relationship managing, weekly KPI/SLA meetings to review results. • Responsible for the day-to-day operations and client interaction to ensure excellent quality outputs from the team. • In charge of P2P accounts transitions to IBM Costa Rica, planning the process scope and headcount required for each AP task needed. • AP process designer for new in-scope processes. • Focal point of external and internal audits performed by PWC, IBM and EY. • Maintenance of the attrition and vacation forecast. • Employees Salary review against market in order to prepare yearly salary adjustments.• In charge of the hiring process. • Employee’s carrier path development. • 1:1 Performance reviews. • Involve in several motivational projects for employees. • Personal improvements plans discussions/validations. Mostrar menos • Daily monitor of SLA/KPI to ensure achievement within the processes: Invoice processing (for 23 countries), Urgent Payments, Direct Debits, GR/IR reports, Block invoices, help desk, travel and expenses, Bank open items, vendor master data.• In charge of the process documentation to ensure that processes are standard across regions, also create documentation for in-country variances.• Ensure that tax procedures/payments within the LATAM region are apply in the correct way.• Conduct internal/external audits. • QA validations within the different processes. • Conduct meetings regarding process improvements with FinTech teams. • Operational feedback to team members. • Provide regular trainings related internal AP processes to team members/clients. • Resolutions of escalations from critical vendors. • Team productivity weekly validations. Mostrar menos

  • LATAM P2P Manager

    Oct 2015 - Oct 2017

  • LATAM P2P Supervisor

    Oct 2014 - Oct 2015
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  Amazon

  Nov 2017 - Jun 2021

  AP Expansions Manager

  - PTP solution designer for LATAM new country launches/processes.- Mexico & Brazil AP retail manager (vendor support, invoices troubleshooting, processing and payments) - Compliance Manager for MX, payment complements and AP/AR credit notes.- Validate VAT AP reclaim process for Mexico.- Retail shipment hold process resolution to avoid jeopardizing stock needs.- Ensure that all processes within AP department are properly set up and documented before the go-live.- Perform headcount reviews on new projects.- People manager of 22+ team members - 1:1 Performance reviews- Employee’s carrier path development.- Project Manager for incoming automations-country launches.- KPI business reviews with directors and VPs.- Driving the sharing of PTP best practices across the globe. Mostrar menos

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  Grupo Bimbo

  Jun 2021 - now

  • Lead projects aimed at integrating new technologies and systems to streamline accounts receivable operations (Highradius/Oracle Cloud).• Oversee the accounts receivable team within North America, ensuring efficient operations and high performance.• Develop and implement collection strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables.• Increase accuracy and efficiency in cash application processes through continuous process improvements and automation.• Analyze accounts receivable metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement, providing actionable insights.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align receivables processes with overall business strategies and objectives.• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies, mitigating risks and enhancing financial integrity.• Drive initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and relationship management, resulting in timely and accurate payments. Mostrar menos • Lead the migration of all systems into Oracle Cloud, ensuring seamless integration and stability in processes.• Played a pivotal role in mapping sustainable and cost-effective processes during the migration, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.• Driver for a continuous improvement mindset within the team, leading to the successful implementation of over 30 projects within a two-year period and achieving significant time savings of 30% efficiencies. • Maintained and monitored 18 key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure business continuity and uphold organizational performance standards.• Lead and mentor a team of over 70 professionals, focusing on their career path and development programs.• Create different people engagement initiatives to reduce/keep the attrition in a healthy stage <10%.• PTP best practices ambassador across the countries. • Ensure a successfully completion of internal, external and SOX audit processes. Mostrar menos

  • NA AR Director

    Jan 2025 - now

  • OTC COE NA Sr. Manager

    Jan 2024 - Jan 2025

  • PTP COE NA Sr. Manager

    Jun 2021 - Jan 2024