Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Results-driven procurement professional with 15 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations and vendor management. Currently pursuing a second master's degree in Business Administration and Economics Research at Universidad de Salamanca. Process Innovation: Showcased a track record of innovation in the sourcing field by introducing creative and effective strategies to optimize procurement processes, enhance supplier relationships, and drive cost savings. Implemented innovative solutions that yielded measurable results. Demonstrated a knack for analyzing and deconstructing complex problems in the sourcing field, employing analytical skills to identify underlying issues and develop a range of innovative solutions. Utilized a data-driven approach to inform decision-making and achieve optimal outcomes. Skills: Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management Contract Negotiations & Risk Mitigation Procurement Strategy Development Change Management Stakeholder Relationship Management ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) Bilingual Communication
IT strategic Sourcing for companies with a high IT operation, vendor analysis and management --> contract optimization and efficiency in their operations.
Currently researching in innovative strategies for procurement and consulting within the retail and marketing sectors. My studies focus on leveraging economic analysis, market trends, and data-driven decision-making to drive strategic partnerships, and support transformative business solutions.
Led the integration of IT and non-IT procurement teams by assessing team capabilities and creating tailored growth plans, aligning with long-term organizational goals for the Mexico and Americas office. Implemented change management strategies to support business transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives. Designed and managed compliance reporting frameworks for insurance companies, ensuring accuracy, regulatory adherence, and timely submissions.
Established Relationship and Contract Management teams within the IT VMO. Established master agreements (MSAs, SOWs, etc.) with critical IT vendors, driving innovation and digital transformation. achieving a 35% reduction in contract volume and standardized IT contract terms to mitigate risks, enhancing governance over a 10 billion MXP (€467M) portfolio. Strengthened relationships with seven key vendors and executed the IT sourcing strategy. Segmented the vendor database into categories, enabling data-driven decision-making and improved management. Instituted governance frameworks for vendor performance, including relationship matrices and development plans, and implemented VMO policies for IT users and vendors. Attracted world-class vendors and led transformative projects, such as ITSM tool overhaul, Contact Center enhancements, and AMS optimization through RF(x) processes (RFI, RFP).
Successfully managed strategic procurement initiatives as part of the M&A team, overseeing two divestitures and three acquisitions while designing and implementing processes to ensure seamless transitions. Led negotiations with key vendors, securing favorable terms that aligned with organizational goals. Built and nurtured strong partnerships with stakeholders across the procurement lifecycle, fostering collaboration and driving innovation in procurement strategies.
Negotiated complex IT projects, securing favorable terms and conditions through scenario analyses, resulting in $6M in cost savings. Crafted compelling business recommendations for vendor selection, utilizing RF(x) scorecards to align choices with the IT organization's strategy. Ensured ethical and principled decision-making by strictly adhering to business policies during all negotiations.