Marcelo Almeida
Antwerp
Summary
Project Manager and Production Engineer with a postgraduate degree in Innovation and Leadership, offering over 10 years of experience managing complex projects. Specialized in driving innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence in the packaging industry, with a strong foundation in Waterfall project management methodology and risk mitigation strategies. Ability to develop detailed project plans, manage cross-functional resources, and ensure projects align with organizational goals and budgets. Key accomplishments include successfully delivering high-impact projects for global brands such as P&G, Reckitt, PepsiCo, and Heinz, leveraging expertise in stakeholder engagement, financial tracking, and team leadership. Proficient in Microsoft Project and digital transformation tools, with a commitment to fostering collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Fluent in English and currently advancing Dutch language proficiency (A2 level) through formal classes. Dedicated to delivering value through innovation and strategic alignment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bottle Engineering Supervisor
Plastipak
11.2022 - Current
- Project Management
- Creation of project time lines in a waterfall structure using MS Project or 3Dexperience
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve complex engineering challenges.
- Streamlined workflow processes for improved productivity and reduced project completion times.
- Increased overall department efficiency through strategic planning, effective resource management, and close monitoring of project progress.
Packaging Design Engineer
Plastipak
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Manage innovation projects
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and under budget.
- Led the successful execution of multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring quality outcomes for all stakeholders.
- Developed new packaging solutions from concept to industrial implementation
- 3D printing of mockups and improvement of the processes and quality
Packaging Development Supervisor
Plastipak
06.2013 - 04.2020
- Project and budget management
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and under budget.
- Achieved high-quality results by closely monitoring project progress against established milestones and KPIs.
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution and timely completion of projects.
- Modelling 3D concepts and executed detailed drawings for packaging components
Project manager
Logoplaste
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Project management
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines using MS project, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Modelling 3D concepts and executed detailed drawings for packaging components
- Creates and develops new packaging concepts
Education
Postgraduate Degree - Leadership And Innovation
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Sao Paulo11-2024
No Degree - Project Management
Impacta
Sao Paulo02-2012
Skills
- Project Management
- Budget Management and Negotiation
- Waterfall and scrum project
- Cross-functional Team Coordination
- PLM 3Dexperience
- Problem-solving
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Organisational Skills
- Ability to Thrive in Fast-paced Environments
- Quality Assurance
- Project planning
- Scope management
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Bottle Engineering Supervisor
Plastipak
11.2022 - Current
Packaging Design Engineer
Plastipak
04.2020 - 11.2022
Packaging Development Supervisor
Plastipak
06.2013 - 04.2020
Project manager
Logoplaste
01.2010 - 06.2013
Postgraduate Degree - Leadership And Innovation
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
No Degree - Project Management
Impacta
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