I am a Procurement manager with over 10 years of experience in the consumer sector, and over 6 years of experience in secondary packaging and other Marketing-focused purchases. Throughout my career, three key aspects have strengthened my professional profile: a business development perspective, a hands-on approach to procurement, and a people-focused framework.My career has led me to many projects focused on generating new business for Grupo Modelo and ABInBev. I have participated in multiple product launches and understand how critical details are drivers to success. I have backed all of these efforts with a strong analytical foundation, from simple spreadsheets to costing models to drive the best decision-making.I have specialized in imports, customs and commerce. This has enabled me to add an implementation perspective to my projects, as I understand what it takes to get the materials I purchase from their origin to their points-of-use. I have negotiated tariffs and set up ground transportation routes to make things happen.A key to the success of my projects has been how I involve the related parties, from vendors to my own colleagues. I select and develop suppliers, understanding their capabilities and cost structures. In-house, I assemble teams that involve personnel from Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and other areas, to ensure a coordinated delivery.Specialties: purchasing strategy, negotiation, imports, vendor development, new product launches.