• ABOUT US

  • ABOUT US

Founded in São Paulo – Brazil, in 1998, ARGOS quickly conquered the market by providing services to the supply area, with differentiated, consistent and efficient projects.

ARGOS develops customized services adapting to the needs of its customers and over more than 25 years of experience has become a specialist in the commercialization of parts and products, developing solutions in different markets and seeking opportunities for logistical rationalization, as well as reductions of costs.

ARGOS high performance has placed it at a global reference level in Supply Chain Management, with offices and warehouses in 4 continents: North America, South America, Europe and Asia.

From 2006 ARGOS expanded its operation and one additional business units was created:

C-PRO is focused on BPO (resource professional allocation) and consulting for quality and purchasing projects.

Nowadays ARGOS and C-PRO are part of Cosmo Group and their services complement each other allowing customers to have complete and integrated solutions.

Both Business Units (ARGOS and C-PRO) have in common the focus on the customer and the quality of the services provided, always under a close, ethical and transparent behavior.

Our Timeline

  • 1998

     
    • Start of Argos activities HG São Paulo – Brazil

  • 2000

     
    • Start of Argos USA branch
    • ISO 9001 Certification

  • 2006

     
    • Start of C-PRO Business Unit (BPO specialist)

  • 2007

     
    • Start of Argos France branch

  • 2009

     
    • Start of Argos Asia branch
    • Start of storage & logistics operation in Guarulhos – Brazil

  • 2013

    • Start of operation mini-machines construction & infrastructure operation (importation & master dealer)

  • 2017

     
    • Expansion new office operations SP & RS
    • New warehouse Argos France

  • 2018

     

    Expansion new warehouse Argos Indianapolis – USA

  • 2020

     
    • Expansion Argos Portugal (operation warehouse move)

  • 2021

     
    • Official structuring / administration Cosmo Group
    • Expansion new warehouse Argos Houston USA

  • 2023

     
    • Argos 25th birthday

Mission

To be a trusted GLOBAL partner for our CLIENTS, offering differentiated solutions in SUPPLY CHAIN, DISTRIBUTION and BPO, with outstanding recognition for the AGILITY, FLEXIBILITY, ASSERTIVENESS, TECHNOLOGY, QUALITY and COMMITMENT employed in the processes carried out, adding value and relevance to the company.

Vision

To be recognized by our CLIENTS as a STRATEGIC PARTNER in business development and an EXTENSION of their operations.

Values

To act in a transparent and ETHICAL manner, practicing the concepts of GOVERNANCE. To relate to CUSTOMERS, suppliers and other stakeholders on the basis of RESPECT, EQUITY, INTEGRITY and COOPERATION. To prioritize CUSTOMER SATISFACTION and FOCUS ON RESULTS. Pursuing SUSTAINABILITY in the ECONOMIC, SOCIAL and ENVIRONMENTAL spheres.

932 Suppliers

Business partners!

210 People

with expertise mainly in purchasing, logistics and quality, 9 Nationalities!

45 Customers

Satisfied and well attended to!

61 Projects

We got the experience! Use it!

Business Units

The Cosmo Group is the conglomerate of companies that comprises the Argos Business Unit (Brazil, France, Portugal, Poland, United States and China) and also the brand C-PRO Services. Their companies have in common the focus on the customer and the quality of the services provided, always under a close, ethical and transparent performance.

SUPPLY CHAIN INTEGRATION / SOURCING / TRADING

Supplier Consolidation
Sourcing of Alternative Suppliers
Develop and Manage of Supply Base
Quality Support
Safety Stock
Import & Export
Trading & Finance
Tax Planning & Benefits
Sub-assembly
Repacking / Invoicing
Customer Service

BPO / Supply Chain Services

BPO (Purchasing, Logistics, Quality, Engineering, Administration and Sales)

Quality Services (BR, US, EUR  and CHINA)

3PL and Industrial Services (Logistics, Inventory Mngt and Kit Assembly)

Global Presence

Specialized and multicultural teams in 6 countries

ARGOS BRAZIL

Tatuapé-SP (office)
Canoas-RS (office)
Navegantes-SC (General Warehouse)

Navegantes Warehouse
215.000 sq feet
12 miles from Itajaí Port
5 miles from Navegantes Airport

ARGOS USA

Houston-TX (FTZ Warehouse)
Indiana-IN (Warehouse)

Houston FTZ Warehouse
20,000 sq ft at a Logistics Park
4.5 miles from Bayport Terminal

Indiana Warehouse
11,604 sq feet
7 miles from Indianapolis Airport
160 miles from Chicago Port

ARGOS EUROPE

FR - Saint Germain en Laye (office)
PT - Porto (Warehouse and Office)

Portugal – Porto – Vila Nova de Gaia Warehouse
10 miles from Port of Leixões
15,000 sq ft a Logistics Park

ARGOS ASIA

China - Shanghai (Office)

Shanghai Office

USA – Houston – TX
Warehouse FTZ Operator

Main Benefits

  • Duty Exemption: exemption from duties and quota charges on re-exports – with the notable exception of exports to Canada and Mexico under NAFTA.
  • Duty Deferral: In an FTZ, customs duties, and federal excise taxes on imports are deferred until the merchandise leaves the zone to enter U.S. Customs territory.
  • Quota Avoidance: FTZ users have the benefit of storing these goods within the zone even after the quota has been reached. Businesses can access inputs at potentially lower costs and to admit merchandise as soon as a new quota year begins.
  • Cash Flow Benefits: Quarterly payment of the Harbor Maintenance Fee instead of paying it at the time of each import’s arrival. Merchandise Processing Fees are only due when goods leave the zone, further aiding in effective cash flow management.

QUALITY POLICY

In order to consolidate the business over the long term, the following guidelines have been adopted:

  • Act as a facilitator for clients in the provision of services and marketing of products through technical, commercial, logistical and financial support, minimizing risks and maximizing results.
  • Meeting customer expectations with innovations, customized solutions and continuous improvement through tax, legal, market, supplier base, international logistics, production processes and quality knowledge.
  • Developing the company through best practices and procedures, new technologies, qualified teams, an inclusive and diverse work environment, strategic partnerships, fostering organizational motivation.
  • Investing in infrastructure, capacity building and training, as well as developing sustainable activities aimed at making the team aware of the impacts on the environment, safety and occupational health.
 

ARGOS DIVERSITY BUSINESS

Argos is a Diversity business certified by WBENC (Women’s Business Enterprise National Consul) and NMSDC (National Minority Supplier Development Council).

Commercial reasons for creating supplier diversity programs:

  • An inclusive procurement strategy widens the pool of potential suppliers and promotes competition in the supply base.
  • Federal government provides tax breaks for business that use minority companies in procuring material and supplies.
  • Reduces tax liabilities for companies using minorities that supply services to a project funded with federal or state grants or loans.
 

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