Simone Souza

Simone Souza

Executive Director Procurement at Bridgestone Americas | Strategic Procurement Leader

Bridgestone Americas•Nashville, Tennessee, United States

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Experience28+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

As one of leaders at Bridgestone Americas' procurement division, my tenure as Executive Director Procurement is marked by an unwavering commitment to corporate strategy and logistics management. With a recent transition from Director of Direct Materials and Latin America Procurement, I have honed my expertise in navigating complex supply chains and developing robust supplier networks. The role has entrusted me with the responsibility of ensuring efficient knowledge acquisition, a cornerstone for our team's success in streamlining purchasing processes. Our collective efforts have resulted in significant enhancements in raw material sourcing and budget management, ultimately fortifying Bridgestone's market position.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Jul 2014–Present· 12 yrs 3 mos
    • Executive Director, ProcurementCurrent
      Oct 2024–Present
    • Director, Direct Materials and Latin America Procurement
      Jun 2021–Oct 2024
    • Senior Corporate Purchasing Manager
      Mar 2020–Jun 2021
    • Corporate Purchasing Manager
      Feb 2017–Mar 2020
    • Purchasing General Manager- Latin America Supply Chain
      Jul 2014–Feb 2017
  • Jul 1998–Jul 2014· 16 yrs
    • Purchasing General Manager - Latin America Supply Chain
      Nov 2012–Jul 2014
    • Raw Material Supply and Purchasing Manager
      2009–Nov 2012
    • Raw Material Purch & Import Coordinator
      Sep 2004–2009
    • Raw Material Buyer
      Jul 2001–Sep 2004
    • Import Technician
      Jul 1998–Jul 2001

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas

Financial Management

E-ATT

Business Administration

Centro Universitário Fundação Santo André

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Vice Chair & President
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Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Skills & Expertise

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Employee EvaluationSupply ChainSix SigmaLean ManufacturingSupplier PerformancePurchasingSAPKaizenAutomotiveContinuous ImprovementPresentationsSupply Chain ManagementKnowledge AcquisitionCorporate StrategyLogisticsPurchasing ProcessesConflict ResolutionBusiness ContinuityStrategic ThinkingBudgets