Francisco Mello
Francisco Mello

Senior Manager

Open to offers · Member since 25 May 2026
Location
Brazil
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
Hybrid / Full Time, Contract
Experience level
Senior

About

Professional summary

I am a Pharma & Life Sciences executive with +25 years of international experience across operations, supply chain, quality, business transformation, technology, and commercial leadership.

Throughout my career, I have driven strategic impact within global organizations including Novartis, Bayer, Alcatel, Bausch-Lomb, and Renault-Nissan, alongside leading enterprises as CEO, Board Member, and Founder.

My leadership model bridges corporate scale with entrepreneurial grit:

• Corporate & Market Expansion: As Head of the Brazilian Market / Operational Excellence Project Manager for Farma Mondo SA, I established and led the local operation of a Swiss pharmaceutical distributor, building the team, driving local S&OP, and scaling it into a primary government supplier while exceeding revenue targets by 15%+ annually.

• Entrepreneurial Execution & Supply Chain Architecture: Founded and scaled Caffè e Vino da Mello, a multi-unit enterprise across 3 locations growing to 1.8M BRL in annual revenue. I held end-to-end P&L ownership, designed the complete supply chain, procurement, and inventory control systems, and implemented digital POS platforms and SOP playbooks that drove double-digit margin growth.

I specialize in translating complex international challenges into practical strategies, operational execution, and measurable results. My background combines deep domain expertise in GxP/GMP/GDP environments, cold-chain operations, and logistics with a passion for integrating cutting-edge technologies—such as AI/ML, RPA, and predictive analytics—into core business strategies.

A truly global mindset shapes my leadership: having visited over 20 countries and capable of communicating in 6 languages (Portuguese, Italian, English, Spanish, French, and German), I have led cross-functional programs with professionals spanning over 140 nationalities, managing executive steering committees and multi-million-budget portfolios.

Core Areas of Expertise: • Pharma & Life Sciences Executive Leadership • Global Supply Chain, Cold Chain & Logistics • GxP, GMP & GDP Quality & Compliance • Enterprise Digital Transformation & AI/ML Strategy • End-to-End P&L, S&OP & Business Scale • Program, Project & Change Management • Commercial Strategy & International Stakeholder Engagement.

Skills

29 capabilities

Experience

Career history

Owner-operator GO COFFEE - COFFEE SHOP

Oversaw P&L, hiring, training, and daily operations for three locations. Built SOPs, supplier agreements, and inventory controls to cut waste and lift margins. Elevated barista quality and guest experience through standards and coaching. Led local marketing, partnerships, and menu innovation to increase traffic and ticket size. Drove double-digit growth while maintaining consistent service standards across all stores. Managed multi-unit scheduling, KPIs, cash flow, compliance, and audits. Recruited and developed baristas/managers; created playbooks and training paths.

Digital Project Lead | Product Supply - EMEA BAYER CONSUMER HEALTH AG

Responsible for creation and implementation of the Digital Strategy and Roadmap for Product Supply EMEA. Program Manager delivering IT projects within budget and timelines. Led Data as an Asset projects using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for supply prediction and consumer insights from Facebook, Twitter, and CRMs. Created PoC involving Weather, Satellite data, and Drones. Trained and supported sites implementing Virtual Glasses, RPA, 3D Printer, and Robotics. Consumer Health representative in Blockchain initiative. Microsoft Teams specialist and trainer for 3.5K colleagues. Digital Mentor in Reverse Mentoring Program. Achieved design and implementation of Digital Strategy and roadmap for EMEA sites. Received 23 LIFE Values Nominations. Budget Impact: €2 Billion.

Project Manager – Change Management BAYER CONSUMER HEALTH AG

Analyzed risks, prioritized and planned project activities. Identified root causes and corrective actions for project deviations. Managed project scope changes minimizing risks with functional experts. Created virtual meetings reducing meetings by 50%. Developed CRIN 1 Fast Track Design Process, Cancel Changes Process, and Change Request Process reduction over 70%. Budget Impact: €1.2 billion.

Program Manager – Product Life Cycle Management | Supply Chain (Consultant) NOVARTIS PHARMA AG

Ensured distribution switch and cutover master plan for US/EMEA/APAC and LATAM countries. Aligned communication and planning for continuous product life cycle including pruning, transfer, and divestment. Reviewed GSK (CMO) capacities under distribution switch. Successfully settled distribution switch for ten countries ahead of time, reducing operational costs by CHF 20 million. Budget Impact: CHF 900 M.

Supply Chain Project Manager – Research & Development | Clinical Supply Chain (Consultant) NOVARTIS PHARMA AG

Developed forecast demand vs. supply ensuring communication alignment of inventory between clinical stakeholders. Managed budget/contract for full project life cycle for vendor management processes. Delivered SAP implementation (MM/OM/DP), acted as Super User and trainer in US/CH and India. Managed 11 projects simultaneously with total budget over CHF 300 million without delay or waste. Budget Impact: CHF 300 M.

Head of Brazilian Market – Sales & Operations | Pharma Distribution and Trading FARMA MONDO SA

Point of contact for health authorities, government agencies, and senior stakeholders. Hired, developed, and led virtual sales team of 12 and local supply chain team of 6. Developed S&OP processes and Vendor Management relationships with 20 CMOs and 30 suppliers. Overachieved sales targets by 15% in first year and 17.5% in second year. Successfully started company from scratch becoming crucial supplier for Brazilian government. Budget Impact: CHF 10M.

Project Manager Operational Excellence | Pharma Supply Chain FARMA MONDO SA

Founded and led supply chain department including end-to-end activities. Delivered and implemented S&OP, procurement, and finance strategies for projects, contracts, and bids. Supported SAP implementation and communication (SD module) during company ownership transition. Reduced lead-time on ordering process from 5 to 2 days, saving 25% of stock. Budget Impact: CHF 20M.

Ad Interim Import – Export Manager | Pharma Supply Chain BAUSCH & LOMB IOM S.p.A.

Managed all import and export operations across EMEA including warehouse inventory (GM and GSP). Supported system replacement from AS/400 to PeopleSoft in import-export sector. Delivered technical support in warehouse inventory (GMP and GDP). Established new communication process between warehouse and manufacturing site.

Ad Interim Logistics Operations & Customer Care Manager | Supply Chain Operations ALCATEL MOBILE PHONES

Acted as bridge between production sites and mobile operators in Italy. Managed sales & operations planning ensuring alignment of demand vs. forecast. Managed order fulfillment and distribution nationally. Developed supplier relationships and returns management ensuring achievement of KPIs. Increased supplier communication frequency during transition.

Supply Chain Operations - Several Positions RENAULT - NISSAN

Aligned demand requested from marketing by analyzing and inserting SAP real forecast via order fulfillment. Managed immigration data from Nissan Japan through Renault France to Renault-Nissan Brazil. Supervised 35 suppliers worldwide with over 12,000 SKUs. Key user and trainer for Signe Ordo (MRP/ERP/EDI) for 90 logistics operators. Applied 5S, PDCA, TQM, Toyota, and Lean Management.

Education

Learning history

University of Liverpool

MSc in Operation & Project Management

University Tuiuti

BA in Business Administration

MIT

Professional Education in Digital Transformation, Platform Strategies

Online

University of Oxford

Professional Education in Blockchain Strategy Program

Online

Microsoft

Professional Education in Enabling Team Work with Microsoft Teams

Online

LSS

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Online

Alma Laboris

MSc in Marketing Pharmaceutical

STOGEA

MSc in Supply Chain Management

ISI

Scrum Master

Online

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