Andrea Barzaghi

• Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders for growth opportunities and successful partnerships
• Increased client satisfaction by implementing tailored solutions for their unique business needs
• Led process improvement initiatives that resulted in streamlined workflows and increased overall efficiency within the organization
• Identified growth opportunities for clients by conducting thorough financial and risk assessments
• Enhanced team productivity by providing guidance on effective time management and prioritization techniques
• Led restructuring of organization internal processes, resulting in improved performance
• Evaluated existing business models, identifying areas of improvement to increase revenue generation potential
• Streamlined operational processes with the integration of innovative technologies, reducing overall costs
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of complex projects while meeting all stakeholders'' expectations
• Advised on best practices for human resources management, improving staff morale and productivity
• Improved client satisfaction with tailored consulting services
• Enhanced team productivity by leading workshops on efficient project management techniques
• Developed risk management plans to protect clients against potential threats

• Implementation of quality management systems to improve business processes
• Design and integration of innovative technologies to optimize workflows and productivity (Six Sigma method) with a production efficiency increase of 30%
• Study, design and launch of two new production sites including layout study and implementation of standards required by law
• Engaged teams in change processes to minimize resistance and promote acceptance
• Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability
• Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations
• Managed the study phase, the design and the launch of two new production sites including layout study and implementation of standards required by law

• Analyzed existing processes for areas of improvement, leading to significant time savings
• Conducted root cause analysis for operational challenges, leading to targeted solutions
• Implemented strategies for the optimization of business processes through data analysis (optimization of production processes and related achievement of KPIs on a basket of 250 products)
• Managed continuous improvement projects (using Six-Sima methodology) to increase efficiency and reduce waste (Leadership strategic planning with relative savings in purchasing raw materials (30%) and waste (10%))
• Enhanced decision-making processes by analyzing performance metrics and identifying trends
• Engaged stakeholders at all levels to secure support for changes, strengthening collaboration
• Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented process improvements against established benchmarks, refining strategies as necessary to achieve desired results

Following the bankruptcy of Melegatti Spa, and the consequent closure of its production sites for 2 years, the new owner entrusted me with the task of completely reactivating the factories in each sector, with particular focus on the Quality, Production, NPD and Purchasing Departments

• Defined the strategies for relaunching activities with immediate priority on increasing the production line (5,700 units/hour with 99% efficiency)
• Streamlined workflows and production equipment to boost productivity across multiple functions (45% cost reduction and personal optimization (-25%))
• Engaged teams in change processes to minimize resistance and promote acceptance
• Implemented performance metrics for consistent evaluation and improvement
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability
• Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization
• Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices

Responsible for the feasibility study and implementation of a new company activity (processing of meat and vegetables) intended for the consumption of ready meals in hospitals, RSAs and company canteens

• Achieved the B.E.P in 9 months (vs 2 years planned) by increasing production efficiency by 80%
• Utilized project management tools to track milestones and deliverables
• Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates
• Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols
• Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers
• Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance
• Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into costly problems

• Implemented innovative technological solutions to overcome technical constraints in the study and construction of fully automatic high-productivity industrial systems
• Managed Equipment/production line installation and dismantling of old equipment
• Managed production lines scale up installed at client companies and technology transfer (with goal of 99% efficiency)
• Developed new recipes and new production systems (pizza, bread, croissant, panettone, cake, cracker and biscuit segments)

• Delivered detailed reports on operations performance metrics , enabling informed decision-making among senior leadership
• Conducted audits of existing processes to ensure compliance with internal standards as well as external regulatory requirements
• Reduced operational inefficiencies through thorough analysis of process workflows and data-driven recommendations

• Evaluated air and water quality using Chemical and microbiological tests
• Validated new testing methodologies to ensure accuracy, precision, and reproducibility of results according to regulatory guidelines