Francisca Contardo
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The Housing Connection
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Australia
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Masters Study & Casual Work: Various
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Mar 2021 - Present
I relocated to Australia to progress my career in environmental management and sustainability and studied a masters and then an MBA to gain more knowledge of business strategy and management. Subjects I studied in my Masters included Sustainable Energy Resources, Waste and Pollution Management, Green Technologies, Ecology and Sustainability along with Project Management. Casual work I am doing includes: Working in a client facing and campaign management role for a digital marketing agency on specific assignments and working as a disability support worker for an NDIS Provider. Show less
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Planet Protector Packaging
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Australia
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sustainability Project Manager Intern
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Jun 2023 - Sep 2023
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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Researcher
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Jun 2022 - Jun 2023
Drought ANID Project. Case studies review-based research to propose Economic Policy Instruments for water conservation in Chile, on drought context. Drought ANID Project. Case studies review-based research to propose Economic Policy Instruments for water conservation in Chile, on drought context.
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Good Things Happen - Creative Digital Agency
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Australia
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Manager
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Jan 2021 - May 2022
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Solarfix Chile
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Santiago, Chile
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Business Manager
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Feb 2018 - Dec 2019
I established Solarfix with a partner (an electrical engineer), we designed and commercialised a solar solution for outdoor events and locations. I was responsible for market research in the renewable energy sector to develop the product strategy, pricing, business plans and go-to-market strategy. I worked with my partner to design the product, personally responsible for all non-electrical design. I also sourced and managed a manufacturing partner and all logistics. We launched the project and secured eight clients, supplying ten major events Show less
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Maquir Ltda
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Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
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Management Consultant
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Aug 2018 - Nov 2018
Maquir is a provider of medical consumables, I was employed as a consultant to complete a full business and financial analysis and develop strategies and solutions to modernise and grow the business whilst reducing costs. I led the development of a website, systemised billing and accounting processes and presented solutions to reduce their cost base which included outsourcing logistics which delivered significantly savings. I also set up procurement processes for Government contracts and the business won two tenders. Show less
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Sociedad Agricola La Rosa Sofruco S.A:
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Food & Beverages
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1 - 100 Employee
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Key Account Manager
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Sep 2017 - Apr 2018
Holding Sofruco is an agribusiness specialising in fruit (raw products, juices and wine). I led the strategy and execution of commercial plans for two verticals, supermarket chains and hospitality. I led a small team for the hospitality segment and external marketing agencies. My role included account management plans, product plans, marketing plans, pricing, logistics, replenishment and supply chain management. Ownership of P&L, forecasts and reporting. I worked closely with key customers and operational stakeholders to drive improvements and excellent customer experience. I successfully increased margins with no impact on sales numbers, improved forecasting, logistics and reduced waste. Show less
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CCU
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Chile
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Food and Beverage Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Trade Marketing Manager (Multichannel)
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Jun 2016 - Dec 2016
DescriptionCCU is Chiles local bottler for all soft drinks, beers, wines and spirits aside from Coca Cola and has smaller niche food divisions I managed all non-core products and worked in a consulting role to support the business to incorporate new categories operationally and commercially. I worked across categories as an SME, resolving issues and bottlenecks for the team. This included managing the integration and go-to-market strategies for new product lines, transferring processes and assets from the incumbent distributor. I managed business plans across sales channels and developed monthly tactical plans to achieve budgets. The role involved lots of stakeholder management, project management and problem solving to resolve operational and commercial issues and drive business improvement. Show less
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New Business Assistant Manager
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Feb 2016 - May 2016
I worked on a project to incorporate Redbull into CCU’s categories which included planning and managing integration into production, distribution, logistics, sales and aftersales. A key aspect of the role was ensuring the implementation of brand guidelines and contractual obligations through all processes.
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Key Account Manager: CCU S.A (Foods)
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Oct 2015 - Jan 2016
A project to manage the transition and commercial transfer of the Calaf and Natur food brands to the Carozzi company. I was responsible for market research, category analysis and designing and executing business plans to grow the food categories in the supermarket channel. I worked hands-on to develop sales strategies, business development and account activation tasks.
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Trade Marketing Manager (Supermarket Channel)
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May 2014 - Sep 2015
I managed a $2m marketing budget and had ownership of the trade marketing strategy and led the execution of these for three categories (water, tea and energy drinks), ensuring ROI. I was responsible for driving product and service innovation, by completing research and analysis. I coordinated with marketing, pricing, supply chain, production, logistics and managed the relationship with suppliers and customers. Preparing business cases for trade marketing and project managing the implementation of POS innovations and promotions was a key part of this role. Additionally, I provided Key Account Managers with information on the category, market analysis, consumers, sales, priorities, and strategies to support their success. Show less
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Business Planning Analyst
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Mar 2013 - May 2014
I worked as a sales analyst to prepare the forecast for 300 SKUs and provided sales support to the field sales team. I prepared monthly commercial presentations for regional managers and continuous support to national sales operators in regard to stock, logistics, promotions, discounts, budgets and back-office support.
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Municipalidad de la Pintana
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Santiago, Chile
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Engineering Work Placement
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Dec 2010 - Jan 2011
Technical feasibility study for the implementation of a grey water management system in an emblematic vulnerable community. Technical feasibility study for the implementation of a grey water management system in an emblematic vulnerable community.
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Education
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Torrens University Australia
Master of Business Administration - MBA -
University of Technology Sydney
Master of Environmental Engineering Management (MEnvEM) -
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Diploma in Environmental Engineering & Bachelor of Industrial Civil Engineering, Industrial and Environmental Engineering -
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Intercambio académico -
Colegio Compañia de María - Apoquindo