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GalpSenior Cost Estimator
Jan. 2023Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal• Delivered cost estimates for large-scale energy projects, ensuring alignment with project budgets and risk management.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to optimize costs and improve Capex for refinery optimization projects.
• Worked with external contractors to assure Capex quality estimation.
• Monitored cost performance and provided regular reports to identify variances and facilitate corrective actions.
• Trained and mentored team members, improving team efficiency and knowledge in project cost management.
• Stayed updated on industry trends, contributing to proactive forecasting and identifying savings opportunities.
CTR GROUPCost Engineer
Feb. 2021 - Jan. 2023Samora Correia, Santarém, Portugal• Develop the Cost Engineering Department.
• Supported C-suite in budget optimization, resource allocation, and strategic decision-making.
• Streamlined processes for cost estimation, reducing errors and enhancing efficiency.
• Contributed to portfolio management decisions, shifting focus to high-margin products and improving profitability.
• Prepared reports on cost changes, helping sales teams protect profit margins.
• Conducted cost analyses to support make/buy decisions and identify opportunities for cost-saving measures.
• Created procedures, documentation, and guiding templates to facilitate cost calculations
• Conducted manufacturing cost analysis and supported sales teams in valuing appropriate sales prices across all organizational sites (Portugal, China, India, US).
• Periodically updated the costs based on the Index.
• Conducted monthly PPV updates and put together reports.
• Analysed gross margin, operational costs, Opex & Capex.
AKWELCost Engineer
Aug. 2019 - Feb. 2021Tondela• Estimated costs for automotive components and managed Opex/Capex for various projects.
• Streamlined processes for cost estimation, delivering significant savings across projects.
• Supported investment decisions by providing accurate asset cost estimations, improving production efficiency.
Groupe PSAStatistics Specialist
Mar. 2019 - Aug. 2019Porto e Região, Portugal• Produced monthly global sales reports, providing insights for strategic planning and forecasting.
• Conducted in-depth data analysis, improving forecast accuracy, business insights and KPI reporting.
• Optimized data processes, reducing inconsistencies and enhancing reporting efficiency.
Groupe PSACost Coordinator
Sep. 2016 - Sep. 2018Porto Real (Brazil)• Managed and optimized costs for automotive projects in Brazil and Argentina, ensuring alignment with budget goals.
• Led a team of cost analysts, improving reporting and validation processes across the organization.
• Implemented cost-saving measures in production, reducing annual costs through optimized logistics and manufacturing.
• Delivered reports on cost performance and variance analysis, supporting strategic decision-making.
Groupe PSASenior Cost Analyst
Sep. 2009 - Sep. 2016Porto Real (Brazil)• Conducted feasibility studies, identifying cost-reduction opportunities and driving process improvements.
• Managed large project budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources and cost control.
• Led initiatives to optimize production costs, identifying valuable areas for investment and reducing expenses.
Groupe PSATrainee Costs
Sep. 2007 - Sep. 2009Porto Real (Brazil)• Oversaw project expenses for the launch of the Peugeot 207 in Brazil, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Monitored economic indicators to adjust pricing strategies and refine cost forecasts.
• Processed purchase requests in SAP, supporting efficient procurement and project execution.
• Ensured accuracy in cost documentation by validating pricing data across internal systems.
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