Rubén Larrea
National Operations Coordinator
Quito
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Innova Schools, driving educational excellence and customer loyalty. Expert in project management and process optimization, leveraging strong negotiation skills to enhance service quality. Adept at financial analysis and fostering team collaboration, consistently delivering impactful results in complex environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
National Operations Coordinator
Innova Schools – Ecuador
01.2024 - Current
- Lead nationwide operations for a network of 80+ private schools, part of Intercorp, the leading Peruvian conglomerate.
- Manage annual operating budget and cash flow, ensuring resource optimization.
- Architect educational and logistics processes to enhance service quality.
- Ensure the availability of all services with the highest quality, and negotiate with suppliers to provide services to customers and users.
- Drive operational innovations to strengthen customer loyalty and educational excellence.
Head of Operations & Supply Chain
XtraKlin & EcoGroup
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Directed operations strategy and budget management across two corporations.
- Negotiated supplier contracts, optimizing cost efficiency and service quality.
- Oversaw logistics operations handling 600+ tons monthly across 6 major cities.
- Promoted to Country Manager, leading expansion and market entry in Peru.
Country Manager
XtraKlin / EcoGroup
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Spearheaded market entry, supplier negotiations, and logistics structure setup.
- Managed acquisition and customization of transportation fleet to optimize supply chain efficiency.
Logistics & Procurement Coordinator
XtraKlin / EcoGroup
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed a procurement team of 10+, ensuring supply continuity across multiple sales channels.
- Designed and implemented processes, policies, and tools to boost logistics efficiency.
Project Coordinator
Rosaprima
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Oversaw project portfolio valued at $3M annually, ensuring delivery on scope, budget, and time.
- Implemented project management methodologies, improving efficiency and ROI.
Process Analyst (Continuous Improvement)
Ministry of Public Health
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Conducted process audits and implemented improvements in quality and efficiency.
- Served as Product Owner in automation projects, driving digital transformation.
Senior Process & Project Analyst
Ministry of Education
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Designed and maintained national process catalogs and KPIs.
- Led process simplification initiatives, enhancing citizen service nationwide.
Education
Customer Experience
Instituto Europeo De Estudios Empresariales
08-2024
MBA - Business Administration
Universidad Católica Del Ecuador
Ecuador 05.2001 -
Scrum Master & Product Owner Certification
Certiprof
05.2001 -
Project Management Professional - Project Management
PMI
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Production Engineering
Universidad De Las Américas
Ecuador 05.2001 -
Skills
- Project & Operations Management
- Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Supplier Negotiations & Logistics
- ISO & Quality Standards
- Financial Analysis (IRR)
- Customer Experience Strategy
- ERP, CRM, BPM, Office Suite, Visio, Bizagi
Additional Information
Extracurricular Activities
- National Coordinator of Fundraising – Un Techo para mi Pais
- Crew Leader – Un Techo para mi Pais
- Member – Global Shapers, World Economic Forum
Timeline
National Operations Coordinator
Innova Schools – Ecuador
01.2024 - Current
Country Manager
XtraKlin / EcoGroup
05.2022 - 10.2022
Head of Operations & Supply Chain
XtraKlin & EcoGroup
01.2022 - 01.2024
Logistics & Procurement Coordinator
XtraKlin / EcoGroup
01.2021 - 01.2022
Project Coordinator
Rosaprima
01.2019 - 03.2020
Process Analyst (Continuous Improvement)
Ministry of Public Health
03.2018 - 04.2019
Senior Process & Project Analyst
Ministry of Education
02.2017 - 03.2018
MBA - Business Administration
Universidad Católica Del Ecuador
05.2001 -
Scrum Master & Product Owner Certification
Certiprof
05.2001 -
Project Management Professional - Project Management
PMI
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Production Engineering
Universidad De Las Américas
05.2001 -
Customer Experience
Instituto Europeo De Estudios Empresariales
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