IVAN RIVERA VALLE
Interntational Purchase Chief
Mexico City
Summary
Trilingual International Procurement & Supply Chain Professional with over 7 years of progressive experience in global sourcing, supplier development, contract negotiations, and strategic procurement leadership across multiple industries. Skilled in driving cost reductions, improving supplier performance, and leading cross-border purchasing projects in North America, Europe, and Asia. Holder of the CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional credential with strong business acumen, leadership, and proven ability to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
International Purchasing Chief
GERDAU CORSA
09.2023 - Current
- Led supplier market analysis in North America, Asia, and Europe, integrating 5+ new vendors into the global supply chain.
- Negotiated and secured international agreements, generating 10% annual cost savings.
- Developed purchasing forecasts aligned with corporate strategy, improving availability and reducing supply risk.
- Coordinated cross-functional projects with logistics, finance, and production teams.
Buyer Negotiator
HOLCIM
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed supplier development and negotiation with national and regional partners, achieving 5% cost reductions.
- Implemented supplier evaluation and performance metrics to align with global procurement standards.
- Facilitated collaboration between operations and supply chain to solve sourcing challenges.
Chief of Planning & International Purchases
FONTIBRE
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Oversaw demand planning and international purchasing from suppliers in China, USA, and Europe.
- Negotiated multimillion-dollar contracts, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations.
- Managed end-to-end procurement cycle including inventory, quality, forecasting, and supplier payments.
- Designed and monitored KPIs for procurement efficiency, improving OTIF (On Time in Full) delivery.
In-House Consultant
VANTEC LOGISTICS
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Supervised maritime, land, and air operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
- Supported sales, invoicing, and customer service to strengthen client relationships.
English Teacher
UNCLE SAM EDUCATION GROUP
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted business English training programs for international students.
Pricing & Operations Executive
TRANSMODAL SC
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed pricing and operations for land, sea, air, and rail freight.
- Negotiated competitive supplier rates and coordinated import/export services.
Education
Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
ASCM-Apics
Monterrey 05.2001 -
Diploma - Senior Management
Universidad Iberoamericana
01.2025
Diploma - Commercial Management & Decision Bioanalysis
Universidad Panamericana
01.2024
Diploma - Big Data & Business Analytics
Universidad Anáhuac
01.2022
Diploma - Advanced Purchases
ITESM
01.2021
Diploma - International Trade & Customs Operations
UVM
01.2020
Bachelor - Logistics And Transport
Instituto Politécnico Nacional (UPIICSA)
05.2001 -
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Global Procurement
- Contract Negotiation & Supplier Development
- Cost Reduction & Risk Management
- Supply Chain Analysis & Forecasting
- Inventory & Demand Planning
- Cross-Functional Leadership & Teamwork
- ERP Systems SAP, Power BI, Advanced Excel
- Trilingual: Spanish (native), English (advanced), Mandarin Chinese (intermediate)
Timeline
International Purchasing Chief
GERDAU CORSA
09.2023 - Current
Buyer Negotiator
HOLCIM
06.2022 - 01.2023
Chief of Planning & International Purchases
FONTIBRE
09.2020 - 06.2022
In-House Consultant
VANTEC LOGISTICS
02.2020 - 07.2020
English Teacher
UNCLE SAM EDUCATION GROUP
02.2019 - 12.2019
Pricing & Operations Executive
TRANSMODAL SC
01.2018 - 12.2018
Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
ASCM-Apics
05.2001 -
Bachelor - Logistics And Transport
Instituto Politécnico Nacional (UPIICSA)
05.2001 -
Diploma - Commercial Management & Decision Bioanalysis
Universidad Panamericana
Diploma - Big Data & Business Analytics
Universidad Anáhuac
Diploma - Advanced Purchases
ITESM
Diploma - International Trade & Customs Operations
UVM
Diploma - Senior Management
Universidad Iberoamericana
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