Alessandra Dourado Alves de Souza

Strategic Planning & Project Management Professional with Expertise in Financial Operations and AI Initiatives

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About

Highly accomplished and results-driven professional with over 15 years of progressive experience in strategic planning, project management, and financial operations across diverse sectors. Proven ability to optimize processes, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver impactful solutions that drive organizational efficiency and achieve strategic objectives. Currently advancing expertise in Artificial Intelligence to leverage data-driven insights for enhanced decision-making and project success.

Work Experience

Analista de Planejamento Júnior

SEST SENAT

May 2023 - Present

Currently serving as a Junior Planning Analyst, responsible for comprehensive project planning and budget management, directly supporting senior leadership in strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

  • Managed project planning and budgeting, providing direct support to senior leadership for strategic decision-making and operational excellence.
  • Developed and monitored comprehensive performance indicator reports and strategic dashboards, ensuring effective project oversight and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Designed and implemented enhanced project management processes and procedures, integrating new team members and optimizing strategic management practices.
  • Partnered strategically with Project Managers from project inception to closure, ensuring continuous alignment with organizational objectives and facilitating successful project delivery.
  • Provided specialized support and training to Operational Units, fostering project success and improving overall team capabilities.

Supervisora do Cadastro

CASEMBRAPA

Jun 2022 - May 2023

Supervised daily operations and a team responsible for managing all associate registration data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

  • Supervised a team and managed all associate registration data, ensuring high standards of data quality, consistency, and compliance with regulations.
  • Led and coordinated projects focused on enhancing the registration system, from conception to successful implementation, improving operational efficiency.
  • Conducted internal audits and analyzed existing processes, identifying and implementing improvements that optimized workflow and mitigated risks.
  • Developed comprehensive management information reports and recommendations for senior leadership, providing critical insights for strategic decision-making and continuous process improvement.

Coordenadora de Contas a Receber

POSTAL SAUDE

Aug 2021 - May 2022

Coordinated accounts receivable processes and generated financial performance reports, providing crucial support for high-level financial management.

  • Coordinated end-to-end accounts receivable processes, ensuring financial accuracy and providing crucial support for high-level financial management.
  • Analyzed complex financial data to generate actionable insights, optimizing cash flow and enhancing collection strategies.
  • Led strategic negotiations with clients, contributing to improved financial results and increased revenue recovery.

Analista de Contas a Receber

POSTAL SAUDE

Jun 2018 - Jul 2021

Provided high-quality direct support to beneficiaries across multiple communication channels, resolving inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.

  • Developed detailed collection and delinquency reports, providing valuable insights that informed and optimized financial management strategies.
  • Managed accurate bank reconciliations and ensured the integrity of financial records, enhancing financial transparency and compliance.
  • Supported legal processes for judicial collection of financial outstanding issues, significantly improving credit recovery rates.
  • Implemented targeted collection strategies that maximized revenue and reduced delinquency in alignment with ANS guidelines.

Gerente de Projetos

CODEPLAN

Jul 2013 - Jan 2014

Managed project development and maintenance, overseeing research initiatives and ensuring the quality and relevance of collected data.

  • Managed project development and maintenance, overseeing research initiatives and ensuring the quality and relevance of collected data.
  • Defined and implemented project strategies and methodologies, ensuring effective project execution and adherence to timelines.
  • Managed and trained project teams, fostering engagement and high performance through effective leadership and capacity building.
  • Utilized advanced monitoring and management tools to ensure on-time project delivery and optimize operational efficiency.
  • Authored technical studies and analytical reports, providing crucial support for strategic decision-making processes.

Analista de Pessoas Sênior

CASSI

Feb 2011 - Dec 2012

Led the revision and update of strategic HR documents and policies, ensuring compliance with best practices and legal requirements.

  • Led the revision and update of strategic HR documents and policies, ensuring compliance with best practices and evolving labor legislation.
  • Provided specialized HR consulting and solutions to business units, aligning human capital strategies with organizational objectives.
  • Planned and implemented comprehensive training and development programs, enhancing employee growth and organizational capabilities.
  • Led talent acquisition, selection, and retention initiatives, ensuring the recruitment of qualified professionals aligned with company culture.
  • Conducted organizational climate surveys and developed competitive compensation and benefits structures, significantly improving employee satisfaction and retention.

Analista de Projetos Pleno

Unnamed Company

Dec 2009 - Jan 2011

Monitored physical and financial project schedules, ensuring project execution within established deadlines and budgets.

  • Monitored physical and financial project schedules, ensuring execution within established deadlines and budgets.
  • Trained managers and leaders in advanced project management tools, significantly enhancing team competence and project delivery.
  • Contributed to corporate strategy formulation and developed/revised strategic planning methodologies, aligning projects with organizational goals.
  • Provided continuous project management consulting and strategic support to project leaders, improving project outcomes.
  • Designed and analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs), providing clear and objective insights into organizational results.

Analista de Planejamento Junior

Unnamed Company

Oct 2008 - Nov 2009

Supported corporate strategy formulation and internal/external scenario analysis to inform strategic decisions.

  • Supported corporate strategy formulation by conducting internal and external scenario analyses, directly informing strategic decisions.
  • Monitored and proposed key performance indicators, facilitating effective tracking and achievement of organizational goals.
  • Performed economic-financial feasibility analyses and monitored project schedules using SAP PS, ensuring strict compliance with scope, time, and cost parameters.

Assistente de Planejamento

Unnamed Company

Aug 2007 - Oct 2008

Executed administrative activities within the Planning Division, providing essential support for departmental operations.

  • Provided essential administrative and operational support within the Planning Division, contributing to efficient departmental workflow and project coordination.

Education

Inteligência Artificial

GranFaculdade

Jan 2023

Gestão de Pessoas

FGV

Jan 2013 - Dec 2013

Gerenciamento de Projetos

ICESP

Jan 2008 - Dec 2008

Administração de Empresas

Faculdade Projeção

Jan 2001 - Dec 2005

Certificates

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

PMI - Project Management Institute

Jan 2023

Escritório de Gerenciamento de Projetos – PMTech

PMTech

Jan 2015

Gestão de Riscos Operacionais

IDESP

Jan 2015

Formação Executiva em Práticas Ágeis

FGV

Jan 2015

Chora PPT

Perestroika

Jan 2015

Lean Seis Sigma Yellow Belt

FM2S

Jan 2015

Aprenda - PDCA| ISHIKAWA| FMEA| 5S| SWOT| MATRIZ GUT| 5W2H|

Udemy

Jan 2015

Métodos Ágeis de A a Z

Udemy

Jan 2015

Mapeamento de Processos (BPM) - Do As Is ao To Be

Udemy

Jan 2015

Languages

Portuguese

Skills

Project Management

  • Project Planning
  • Budget Management
  • Strategic Alignment
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Project Monitoring
  • Risk Management
  • Agile Methodologies
  • PMO
  • SAP PS
  • Project Delivery

Financial Management

  • Accounts Receivable
  • Cash Flow Optimization
  • Financial Analysis
  • Budgeting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Debt Collection
  • Financial Reporting
  • Credit Recovery

Process Improvement

  • Process Optimization
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Business Process Mapping (BPM)
  • Quality Management (PDCA, Ishikawa, FMEA, 5S)
  • Operational Efficiency

Strategic Planning

  • Corporate Strategy
  • Strategic Analysis (SWOT, GUT, 5W2H)
  • Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Decision Support
  • Scenario Analysis

Human Resources

  • People Management
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Training & Development
  • Organizational Climate
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Labor Legislation Compliance
  • HR Policy Development

Data & Reporting

  • Data Analysis
  • Management Reporting
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Business Intelligence
  • Dashboard Creation

Leadership & Teamwork

  • Team Supervision
  • Mentoring
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Training
  • Team Engagement

Artificial Intelligence

  • AI Concepts
  • Data-Driven Insights
  • Emerging Technologies