Rafael Inagaki Z. Freitas
About Rafael Inagaki Z. Freitas
Rafael Inagaki Z. Freitas is a Procurement Coordinator at Avon, where he has worked since 2018, following a four-year tenure as a Senior Maintenance Engineer at the same company. He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering and Project Management and has experience in process improvement and supplier engagement.
Work at Avon
Rafael Inagaki Z. Freitas has been employed at Avon since 2018, currently holding the position of CoE - Center of Excellence - Procurement Coordinator in São Paulo. In this role, he acts as a liaison between diligence leaders and business supplier engagement leaders, focusing on areas such as anticorruption, data privacy, cyber security, social responsibility, and quality. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Maintenance Engineer at Avon from 2014 to 2018, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Rafael studied at FIAP, where he focused on Engenharia and completed a program in Gerenciamento de Projetos com Práticas PMI from 2016 to 2017. He also attended UEL - Universidade Estadual de Londrina, earning a degree in Engenharia Elétrica from 2003 to 2009. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and project management practices.
Background
Before joining Avon, Rafael worked at Grupo Bimbo, where he served as a Maintenance and Projects Supervisor from 2012 to 2014 and as a Trainee from 2010 to 2011. His experience at Grupo Bimbo provided him with valuable insights into maintenance and project management, which he has applied in his subsequent roles.
Achievements
In his current role at Avon, Rafael has implemented contract process improvements using the Ariba tool, enhancing purchaser compliance and expediting deal closures. He has also achieved a 10% annual reduction in the supplier database. Additionally, he provides training and support materials for procurement processes tailored for English and Spanish-speaking markets.