Andres Escolar
@andresescolar
Results-oriented Business Administrator with 8+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a Business Administrator with an MBA and over 8 years of experience leading financial, logistics, and commercial operations in both national and international organizations. My expertise lies in transforming data into strategic decisions, managing products, and leading multidisciplinary teams. I specialize in process optimization, stakeholder negotiation, and continuous customer-centered improvement.
In my current role as Financial Director at Salcedo & Alarcón S.A.S, I have successfully increased profitability by 23% in the second half of 2022 and an additional 35% in 2023 through the design and implementation of a diversified investment portfolio. My analytical skills have allowed me to develop strategies that reduced loss exposure by 25% and generated returns over 1000% on specific trades.
Throughout my career, I have managed various roles, including Account Manager and Logistics Coordinator, where I optimized processes and improved customer experiences. My ability to lead teams and implement effective strategies has consistently resulted in significant operational improvements and cost savings.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Director
Salcedo & Alarcón S.A.S
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Analyzed stock market behavior to make strategic investment decisions, focusing on maximizing profitability and managing risk. Designed and implemented a diversified investment portfolio, significantly increasing corporate capital profitability.
Financial Director
Salcedo & Alarcón S.A.S
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Analyzed stock market behavior to make informed investment decisions, evaluating risk and return to maximize profitability. Designed and led the implementation of a diversified investment portfolio, significantly increasing corporate capital profitability.
Account Manager
Energía Solar S.A.
Sep 2021 - Mar 2022 (6 months)
Managed the end-to-end cycle for over 37 corporate accounts in the U.S., ensuring personalized service and efficient processes. Optimized post-sale and pre-sale tracking through proactive communication, increasing retention of key clients by 20%.
Account Manager
Energía Solar S.A.
Sep 2021 - Mar 2022 (6 months)
Managed the end-to-end cycle for over 37 corporate accounts in the U.S., optimizing customer experience and loyalty. Implemented product verification and real-time tracking processes, significantly reducing delivery failures.
Logistics Coordinator
Lean Staffing Logistics S.A.S
Sep 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years)
Coordinated and optimized over 1000 international logistics operations annually, ensuring full traceability and on-time, in-full deliveries. Standardized documentation and regulations, achieving a 0% error rate in deliveries.
Foreign Trade Professional
Argenprom S.R.L
May 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year 1 month)
Managed the Foreign Trade department, leading strategic negotiations with Chinese suppliers to reduce delivery times while maintaining quality and cost. Coordinated the complete export cycle to LATAM, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory standards.
Logistics Coordinator
Lean Staffing Logistics S.A.S
Sep 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years)
Coordinated and optimized over 1000 international logistics operations annually, ensuring full traceability and on-time deliveries. Standardized documentation and led process integration between multidisciplinary teams, improving incident response times.
Advisor
Ultramar Inversiones S.A.S
Sep 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year)
Led strategic operations for a premium liquor store, designing and implementing smart inventory campaigns and customer experience improvements. Negotiated favorable purchase and credit terms with suppliers, generating 20% cost savings.
Advisor
Ultramar Inversiones S.A.S
Sep 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year)
Led strategic operations for a premium liquor retail store, designing inventory campaigns and customer experience improvements that increased annual sales by 35%. Negotiated favorable purchase and credit terms with suppliers, generating significant cost savings.
Foreign Trade Professional
Argenprom S.R.L
May 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year 1 month)
Managed the Foreign Trade department, leading strategic negotiations with Chinese suppliers to reduce delivery times by 22%. Coordinated the complete export cycle to LATAM, achieving 100% compliance with regulatory standards.
Commercial Assistant
Coragro Valores S.A.
Jun 2016 - Feb 2017 (8 months)
Supported commercial management by structuring investment proposals and stock market analysis, acquiring five institutional clients in three months. Implemented financial benefits via the Colombian Mercantile Exchange, optimizing client cash flow.
Commercial Assistant
Coragro Valores S.A.
Jun 2016 - Feb 2017 (8 months)
Supported commercial management by structuring investment proposals and conducting stock market analysis, acquiring five institutional clients. Implemented financial benefits via the Colombian Mercantile Exchange, optimizing client cash flow.
Marketing Assistant
Universidad del Norte
Feb 2015 - Aug 2015 (6 months)
Designed institutional campaigns for postgraduate programs, achieving an 18% increase in Open Day registrations. Coordinated academic events and developed KPIs to optimize internal processes and decision-making.
Marketing Assistant
Universidad del Norte
Feb 2015 - Aug 2015 (6 months)
Designed institutional campaigns for postgraduate programs, achieving an 18% increase in Open Day registrations. Coordinated academic events and developed KPIs to optimize internal processes and decision-making.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidad del Norte
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration
Obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Universidad del Norte. Developed a strong foundation in business operations, management, and economic principles.
Universidad del Norte
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a Master of Business Administration, focusing on advanced business strategies, leadership, and financial management. Developed expertise in transforming data into strategic decisions and leading multidisciplinary teams.
Universidad del Norte
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Business Administration
Obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, gaining foundational knowledge in financial, logistics, and commercial operations. Studied principles of process optimization, stakeholder negotiation, and customer-centered improvement.
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