I am a strategic procurement, international trade, and business development professional with more than 12 years of experience across global sourcing, supplier negotiation, cost optimization, and cross-border operations.
I have worked on both the buyer side and the supplier side, which has given me a practical understanding of procurement, commercial development, and how to build long-term relationships that support profitable transactions.
My background includes RFQs, contract terms, Incoterms, technical specifications, pricing, import-export logistics, market intelligence, and CRM pipeline management. I am comfortable working across Latin America, the United States, and Asia.
Throughout my career, I have focused on improving procurement performance through data-driven analysis, supplier consolidation, stronger vendor controls, and better coordination with finance, logistics, operations, and sales teams.
I have led sourcing and operations initiatives for industrial products, managed regional development activities, and supported business growth by identifying opportunities, strengthening supplier networks, and improving purchasing efficiency.
I am fluent in Spanish and English, with working knowledge of Portuguese, and I am open to opportunities where I can contribute my experience in procurement, sourcing, and international business development.
Develop business opportunities with steel importers, distributors, and industrial buyers across Latin America. Conduct market and import-data research to identify potential customers and regional purchasing trends. Maintain key customer relationships and support new quotation opportunities on a freelance basis.
Directed procurement and sourcing strategies for multi-regional operations, optimizing vendor selection, contract performance, and delivery times. Implemented and standardized procurement policies to improve transparency and efficiency. Negotiated with global suppliers to achieve cost reductions and improved lead times for industrial products.
Managed the complete sourcing cycle including supplier evaluation, bidding, and contract negotiation. Designed and executed strategic sourcing plans aligned with market trends and internal demand. Established long-term agreements with key vendors to ensure supply continuity and cost control.
Coordinated procurement planning with logistics and order fulfillment teams to optimize purchasing schedules. Supervised KPI tracking for supply chain and vendor performance. Ensured compliance with international trade and quality standards.
Negotiated with suppliers, handled purchasing planning, and managed end-to-end logistics for product distribution. Developed strategic partnerships with domestic and international suppliers. Controlled inventory and optimized procurement-related costs.
Directed import operations, supplier sourcing, and bidding processes for industrial projects. Negotiated high-value contracts for state and private clients. Conducted market research and established new supplier networks in Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
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