Angelica V.

Lead regional sourcing strategy for API and Excipients categories across manufacturing sites in Chile, Argentina, Mexico, and Peru. Responsible for end-to-end procurement, supplier management, and strategic negotiations aligned with Global Procurement policies and business objectives. Key achievements: • Delivered USD $395K in total cost savings through long-term supplier agreements and commercial renegotiations. • Designed and implemented regional category strategy, ensuring cost competitiveness and supply resilience. • Fostered cross-functional collaboration with Supply Chain, Quality, and Global Procurement teams to ensure regulatory and quality compliance. • Drove risk mitigation and dual-sourcing projects, securing uninterrupted supply for critical materials. • Led process improvement initiatives that reduced lead times and enhanced procurement efficiency. Key focus: Procurement Transformation | Regional Strategy | Supplier Performance | Cost Optimization | Risk Management

Managed indirect procurement (IT, HR, Marketing, CAPEX) and packaging for Chile, supporting regional sourcing for APIs & Excipients. Responsible for executing sourcing strategies, ensuring policy compliance, and operational procurement management.

Led the Procurement Department overseeing more than seven key categories, ensuring timely and efficient supply for operations and new business openings. Directed a team of buyers, driving cost reduction, supplier performance, and operational excellence. Key focus: Team Leadership | Procurement KPIs

Responsible for strategic sourcing of Facilities, Co-Manufacturing, and Co-Packing categories. Led outsourcing and supplier performance initiatives to deliver operational efficiency, cost optimization, and alignment with corporate procurement standards. Key focus: Indirect Procurement | Supplier Governance

Supervised the Procurement team across Chile and Bolivia, managing purchasing operations and supplier relationships. Focused on optimizing procurement processes, improving internal communication, and strengthening cost control initiatives. Key focus: Procurement Operations | Cross-border Sourcing

Supported purchasing operations and spend analysis in Chile, helping to optimize processes and supplier relationships. Responsible for PO follow-up, payment terms, and financial reconciliation.

Responsible for procurement for hypermarket openings and remodels, managing end-to-end sourcing from specification to delivery. Coordinated supplier selection, negotiated terms, and controlled inventory to meet project timelines.