Roderick Serrano
@roderickserrano
Executive operations leader blending internal audit, compliance, and digital transformation to protect assets and drive P&L performance.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven executive with over 24 years of progressive leadership at PriceSmart, building a 360-degree capability across high-volume multinational operations, regional internal auditing, and risk compliance across Central America and the Caribbean. I’ve led multi-unit environments where operational excellence and strict compliance move together—not separately.
At the core of my work is scaling operational efficiencies while implementing ironclad regulatory and internal controls to eliminate inventory shrinkage and protect corporate assets. I’ve directed full-scale club operations across key departments—Merchandising, Fresh Foods, Receiving, Front-End, Membership, Administration, and Facilities—while auditing controllable expenses to maximize bottom-line profitability.
I’ve also led cross-border audit and risk mitigation strategies across multiple markets, using data-driven decision-making through DOMO BI and advanced ERP systems (AS400/SAP) to enforce corporate compliance and maintain 99%+ inventory data integrity. In parallel, I’ve spearheaded nationwide internal audit initiatives that proactively reduce financial risk and strengthen internal controls.
Beyond continuous improvement, I’ve owned digital transformation and greenfield execution—project-managing end-to-end regional openings and leading complex nationwide rollouts such as the National Electronic Invoicing system to achieve 100% government compliance. I lead by example, protect data integrity, and foster cross-departmental accountability in fast-paced, global environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Club General Manager
PriceSmart
Jan 2022 - Dec 2025 (3 years 11 months)
Orchestrated daily club operations across core departments including Merchandising, Fresh Foods, Receiving, Front-End, Membership, Administration, and Facilities. Managed P&L and audited controllable expenses to optimize bottom-line profitability.
Operations & Internal Audit Manager
PriceSmart
Jan 2014 - Dec 2021 (7 years 11 months)
Led the National Electronic Invoicing project for Costa Rica, coordinating IT and Accounting teams to achieve 100% government compliance. Directed nationwide internal audit strategies and reduced inventory shrinkage using data analysis (DOMO).
Assistant General Manager (Expat)
PriceSmart
Jan 2007 - Feb 2012 (5 years 1 month)
Provided cross-border operational leadership, executive mentoring, and staff training for high-volume warehouse clubs. Maintained inventory integrity using AS400 ERP for daily cycle counts and quarterly physical inventories with 99%+ accuracy.
Operations & Internal Audit Supervisor
PriceSmart
Jan 2006 - Dec 2007 (1 year 11 months)
Directed end-to-end operational setup, supply chain launch, and auditing controls for brand-new club openings in Panama, Costa Rica, and Honduras. Conducted operational and IT system audits in Trinidad and Tobago focused on internal controls and corporate cash management protocols.
Audit & Merchandising Supervisor
PriceSmart
May 2000 - Dec 2005 (5 years 7 months)
Directed operational setup of new clubs (greenfield projects) in Panama, Costa Rica, and Honduras. Promoted to supervisor within 6 months due to exceptional performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidad Tecnológica Oteima
Tec. Business Administration, Business Administration (IT Systems)
1998 - 2000
Completed a Tec. Business Administration program with a focus on IT Systems at Universidad Tecnológica Oteima from 1998 to 2000.
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