Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Committed, responsible and methodical professional with strong experience in International Business Development, Strategic Partnerships and Supplier Management across Healthcare and Nutraceutical markets in Iberia & Maghreb. Experienced in managing international suppliers and business relationships, with a particular focus on China and India markets, navigating multicultural environments and global supply dynamics. Focused on building long-term partnerships, driving sustainable growth and operating effectively in complex international business environments with a strategic and collaborative mindset. Strongly interested in international business, geopolitics and global market dynamics, with a natural ability to work across cultures and fast-changing environments. Outside the workplace, I am a sports enthusiast and passionate reader who values continuous learning, discipline and teamwork.
*Procurement - Supplier's Relationships & Management (+50) - China, India, Europe. - Previous Procurement Dpt. detailed tasks (together with a team member). *Project Management - From scratch introduction to the food industry. - Identification and evaluation of new customers. - Supply Chain Management (Customer-Logistics-Supplier).
- Identification and evaluation of new product categories by conducting market research (proteins, enzymes, oils, etc.) - China, India, EU Countries. - Negotiations related to prices, payment terms, and contractual agreements such as market exclusivities. - Preparation & attendance at international trade shows (CPHI, Vitafoods, Food Ingredients, Nutraceuticals, etc). - On-site audits of suppliers (mainly China). - New company certifications obtainment.
*Procurement - Identification and evaluation of new suppliers by conducting market research (ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations) - China, India. - Management of all customer enquiries involving price negotiation and product knowledge (specifications). - Preparation of national & international trade shows. - Direct collaboration with the Division Manager to define and implement the strategy. *Logistics - Overseeing the supply chain process on a daily basis. - Supplier's management to ensure on-time supply and compliance with regulatory requirements (food & feed). - Forwarder's management to manage customs clearance and deliveries to customers. - Reporting non-compliance operatives.
Internship as Commercial Assistant for the IBERIA department (Spain and Portugal): - Follow-up of orders. - Samples request and follow-up. - Sales forecasting. - Creation and updating of CRM projects. - Contact with Zoeftig (British company of the Figueras group). - Development of international projects (cross-selling). - Preparation of public tenders. - Request of product costs to elaborate commercial offers. - Support to the whole network in the necessary documentation. - Support in the organization of visits.