Claudio Roberto Ramírez Magaña
Querétaro
Summary
Dynamic Head of Fiber Sourcing with over 10 years of expertise in procurement and supply chain management, recognized for delivering $30 million in cumulative savings while optimizing costs and enhancing efficiency across diverse manufacturing plants. Proficient in negotiating supplier agreements and aligning KPIs with global standards, fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive innovative solutions. Renowned for presenting market insights at industry conferences, showcasing a strong ability to navigate challenges with creativity and adaptability. Committed to advancing organizational goals through a proactive and results-oriented approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Fiber Sourcing LATAM (Procurement)
Essity
Querétaro, Mexico
10.2015 - Current
- Designed and executed LATAM’s recycled fiber sourcing strategy for four manufacturing plants in Mexico.
- Generated cumulative savings exceeding $30M USD over nine years, optimizing costs and strengthening EBITDA by minimizing COGS of portfolio
- Negotiated and implemented supplier KPIs (demand, cost, quality, inventory) aligned with global standards.
- Served as regional liaison with global teams customizing tenders for local markets, establishing supplier agreements and enhancing cost competitiveness.
- Coordinated efforts with manufacturing and commercial teams to introduce innovative solutions facilitating marketing and sales initiatives.
- Functioned as invited speaker at 2019 Paper & Plastic Recycling Conference in Chicago, addressing LATAM market challenges and opportunities.
- Orchestrated supply chain integration for materials in Americas, adjusting Incoterms and streamlining transportation routes and expenditures.
Material & Process Technical Manager
Procter & Gamble
Buenos Aires, Argentina
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Conducted supply chain value stream mapping with 20 suppliers, revealing $15M USD in losses and executing projects yielding $3M USD in savings.
- Reduced production cycles and working capital by 30%, enhancing supplier partnerships.
- Facilitated supplier workshops to resolve losses in quality, synchronization, and pricing.
- Expat Assignment
Start-Up Leader & Project Manager
Procter & Gamble
Buenos Aires, Argentina
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Directed the greenfield start-up of a $25M USD production plant.
- Oversaw material qualification, supplier selection, and supply chain design.
- Coordinated multi-functional and regional teams for timely and budget-friendly delivery.
- Expat Assignment
Operations Department Manager
Procter & Gamble
Irapuato, Mexico
10.2012 - 09.2013
- Directed operations in the second largest P&G haircare plant worldwide, leading 90 employees and managing an $8M USD budget.
- Ensured KPIs for cost, quality, and safety under volatile demand scenarios by optimizing schedules and resources.
- Reporting to Plant Manager
Start-Up Leader
Procter & Gamble
Irapuato, Mexico
01.2007 - 09.2013
- Directed over 30 start-up projects, achieving $2M USD in savings through process improvements.
- Led installation and qualification of new equipment adhering to continuous improvement standards.
- Coordinated the global re-stage of a prestige haircare brand, qualifying equipment in India and training 60 employees worldwide (budget: $8M USD).
- Implemented the first global conditioner system in China, reducing cycle times and enabling flexible batch sizes; developed a global training package to minimize rollout costs.
- Reporting to Operations Manager
Material & Process Delivery Department Manager
Procter & Gamble
Irapuato, Mexico
09.2010 - 09.2012
- Led raw and pack material optimization projects, qualifying new suppliers and redesigning material presentations.
- Collaborated with global R&D teams to implement new manufacturing technologies and standardize processes.
Process Engineer
Procter & Gamble
Irapuato, Mexico
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Developed and implemented a process control strategy, serving as the single point of contact with global leaders.
- Achieved $1M USD in savings by optimizing production cycles and changeovers.
- Reporting to Operations Manager
Project Manager
Procter & Gamble
Irapuato, Mexico
01.2006 - 09.2008
- Directed plant layout redesign projects, eliminating non-value-added activities and reducing cycle times.
- Managed CAPEX and CPS budgets, ensuring financial discipline and efficiency.
- Reporting to Site Engineering Manager
Education
B.S. - Food and Beverage Engineering
ITESM, Campus Querétaro
Querétaro, México11-2007
Skills
- Supply chain procurement management
- Collaborative negotiation techniques
- Cost management strategies
- CAPEX
- Multicultural Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Data analysis proficiency
- Ability to adjust to new challenges
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Native)
English (Fluent)
Portuguese (Fluent)
Timeline
Head of Fiber Sourcing LATAM (Procurement)
Essity
10.2015 - Current
Material & Process Technical Manager
Procter & Gamble
08.2014 - 06.2015
Start-Up Leader & Project Manager
Procter & Gamble
08.2013 - 06.2014
Operations Department Manager
Procter & Gamble
10.2012 - 09.2013
Material & Process Delivery Department Manager
Procter & Gamble
09.2010 - 09.2012
Process Engineer
Procter & Gamble
09.2008 - 09.2010
Start-Up Leader
Procter & Gamble
01.2007 - 09.2013
Project Manager
Procter & Gamble
01.2006 - 09.2008
B.S. - Food and Beverage Engineering
ITESM, Campus Querétaro