Giovani Luca Furlaneto
About Giovani Luca Furlaneto
Giovani Luca Furlaneto is a Finance Analyst at General Mills in Cambará, PR, Brazil, with extensive experience in strategic process management and financial planning.
Current Position at General Mills
Giovani Luca Furlaneto is currently employed at General Mills as a Finance Analyst in Cambará, PR, Brazil. In his role, Giovani oversees various financial operations and is deeply involved in strategic financial planning, cost analysis, and FP&A. He is known for managing an annual budget of approximately US$ 20 million. His responsibilities also include the preparation of annual budgets using the OBZ methodology and monthly forecasts, ensuring financial efficiency and accuracy.
Previous Work at Itaú Unibanco
Giovani has a solid background in finance and infrastructure, with a significant portion of his career spent at Itaú Unibanco. He served as an Analista de infraestrutura jr from 2016 to 2018, where he managed infrastructure-related projects. Prior to this role, Giovani worked as an Estagiário from 2014 to 2016 at the same company, gaining valuable experience and foundational skills in financial operations and strategic management.
Educational Background
Giovani Luca Furlaneto holds extensive academic qualifications. He earned a Pós-graduação Lato Sensu - Especialização in Gestão em Engenharia de Produção from Faculdade Metropolitana from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he has a Bachelor’s degree in Engenharia de Produção from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, completed between 2011 and 2016. Moreover, Giovani possesses a Técnico de eletrônica in Redes de Sistemas e Telecomunicações from Escola Técnica de Eletrônica - ETEL, which he achieved from 2006 to 2008.
Skills and Methodologies Utilized
Giovani is proficient in advanced methodologies such as KAIZEN, LEAN, RCA, and SCRUM. These methodologies are integral in streamlining financial and operational processes. His expertise lies in strategic process management and financial planning, particularly in cost analysis and FP&A. He also brings a strong focus on waste and scrap reduction initiatives, including the implementation of Zero Loss Culture programs at the Cambará unit of General Mills.
Support in External Audits and Inventory Management
In addition to his financial duties, Giovani plays a critical role in supporting external audits by managing the annual W2W inventory process. His attention to detail and process management skills ensure that inventory audits are conducted smoothly and accurately. This function is crucial in maintaining compliance and operational efficiency within General Mills.