Filipe Franco
About Filipe Franco
Filipe Franco is a Sourcing Engineer at Plexus Corp. with extensive experience in manufacturing and engineering roles across various companies in Brazil and Mexico.
Work at Plexus
Filipe Franco has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Sourcing Engineer since 2019. In this role, he coordinates with sourcing and supply chain teams to facilitate cost reduction and manage new business quoting. He is responsible for ensuring that Plexus Corp. obtains competitive component pricing within specified time frames by managing quotation requests with suitable suppliers. Additionally, he provides functional guidance to junior staff and new hires to help them achieve operational objectives.
Education and Expertise
Filipe Franco holds a Bachelor's (Hons) Degree in Mechanic Manufacturing Engineering from Universidade Federal de Itajubá, which he completed from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma from Fundação Vanzolini between 2011 and 2013. Additionally, he earned a Postgraduate Degree in Project Management from Universidade de São Paulo from 2012 to 2014. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in industrial engineering and project management.
Background
Filipe Franco began his career with internships at various companies, including Jabil and Helibras, where he gained experience in engineering quality control and production planning. He worked at Ingredion Incorporated as an Engineering Project Management Intern in 2009. After completing his studies, he held several positions at Prática Klimaquip, including Production Planner and Coordinator, Cost & Pricing Analyst, and Continuous Improvement Engineer. He also worked as a General Manager and Owner at Number One Idiomas from 2015 to 2019.
Professional Experience
Filipe Franco has accumulated diverse experience in engineering and management roles. He worked as a Manufacturing Process Engineer at Gradiente for one year and held multiple positions at Prática Klimaquip from 2014 to 2015. His roles included Production Planner and Coordinator, Cost & Pricing Analyst, and Continuous Improvement Engineer. He also completed an internship at Schlumberger as a Drilling and Measurements Intern. His varied experiences contribute to his expertise in sourcing and supply chain management.
Achievements in Cost Management
In his current role at Plexus Corp., Filipe Franco is responsible for managing quotation requests to ensure competitive pricing for components. His solid understanding of manufacturers, suppliers, and the marketplace for mechanical components allows him to effectively communicate with estimators, buyers, engineers, and costing personnel. This expertise is crucial for achieving cost reduction and enhancing business quoting processes.