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JESSICA HIDALGO

STRATEGIC COMMERCIAL LEADER WITH EXPERIENCE IN SUSTAINABLE GROWTH AND TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
MADRID

Summary

Results-driven commercial management professional with strong track record in driving revenue growth and optimizing business performance. Demonstrates keen ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution, fostering team collaboration and adaptability to changing business needs.


Expertise in contract negotiation, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement ensures impactful contributions to organizational success. Consistently reliable and focused on achieving measurable results.


Recognized for my collaborative leadership approach, I inspire teams to excel and drive meaningful results

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Commercial Manager

Nestle
10.2023 - 10.2025

Responsibilities:

· Definition and implementation of the national commercial strategy for cereals, managing P&L and sales forecasts, and leading a team of 5 managers to drive talent and performance.

· Optimization of commercial processes using artificial intelligence tools, enhancing efficiency and decision-making across all sales channels.

Achievements:

· 9% revenue growth and a 1.6 pp increase in market share through a balanced strategy of pricing, promotions, and omnichannel activations at the point of sale.

· 2.5 pp increase in profitability by optimizing the portfolio, reducing waste by 46%, and implementing an effective pricing strategy.

Senior Shopper & Category Management Manager

Nestle
06.2022 - 10.2024

Responsibilities:

· Development and implementation of category strategies for key clients, driving growth and anticipating emerging trends to create dynamic commercial strategies.

· Integration of artificial intelligence in data management and leadership of a team of 30 professionals, enhancing talent and improving performance

Achievements:

· Implemented an innovative working model that increased category strategy effectiveness from 60% to 90% by integrating areas and establishing a real-time reading system at the point of sale.

· Led the negotiation for the leadership of Infant Formulas at Grupo Walmart, generating benefits exceeding $500 million for the company and contributing to winning the SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR award.

· Reduced employee turnover by 42% through a 360-degree plan addressing key needs via training, recognition, and integration.

Team Leader for Grupo Walmart

Reckitt Benkiser
04.2020 - 06.2022

Responsibilities:

· Lead cross-functional teams to execute commercial and operational strategies for the Grupo Walmart account, ensuring compliance with objectives and performance expectations.

· Manage client relationships and analyze sales and market data to identify growth opportunities and optimize account profitability.

Achievements:

· Implemented the first omnichannel campaign in 95% of the group's stores, achieving a 25% growth in both the category and the brand while maintaining sustainable growth post-COVID.

· Increased profitability by 300 bps through renegotiating commercial and logistical terms with Grupo Walmart and championed the implementation of the global sales academy, training over 50 colleagues.

Sales Manager - Modern Channel

Heineken
02.2019 - 04.2020

Responsibilities:

· Develop and execute sales strategies for the modern channel in the Valley of Mexico, ensuring compliance with volume, execution, and profitability objectives.

· Manage and strengthen relationships with key clients and distributors, optimizing brand presence and overseeing the sales team's performance.

Achievements:

· Surpassed volume loss with the primary client, achieving channel growth through innovative strategies that increased market share.

· Improved channel profitability by 25% by implementing optimal resource management processes and led a cultural shift towards effective revenue management within the sales team.

KAM - Key Account Manager for Walmart

Heineken
03.2017 - 02.2019

Responsibilities:

· Develop and execute commercial strategies to maximize growth and profitability for the Walmart Group account, controlling promotional spending and ensuring KPI compliance with the client.

· Manage key client relationships, ensuring alignment of goals and meeting performance expectations.

Achievements:

· Achieved 30% growth in the account and improved profitability by 400 basis points through the implementation of a portfolio strategy focused on price points and proximity consumption occasions.

KAM Key Account Manager Regional & HardDiscounters

Heineken
05.2015 - 03.2017

Responsibilities:

  • Analyzed sales and customer data to identify trends and opportunities for increased profitability.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and effective problemsolving.

Achievements:

· Achieved 30% growth in the account and improved profitability by 400 basis points through the implementation of a portfolio strategy focused on price points and proximity consumption occasions.

Shopper Marketing Coordinator

Coca-Cola
06.2013 - 12.2014

Achievements:

· Designed and implemented a communication campaign for the new home delivery business model, transforming over 500 market routes and significantly increasing channel profitability.

Trainee Trade Marketing

Danone
12.2010 - 06.2013

Achievements:

· Selected as a trainee from a rigorous recruitment process involving over 15,000 candidates, standing out as one of the 15 finalists chosen for my skills and potential.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

EAE BUSINESS
MADRID, ESPAÑA
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Communications

UNIVERSIDAD CRISTOBAL COLON
VERACRUZ, MEXICO
05.2001 -

Skills

    Transformational Leadership

    Commercial Strategy

    Diplomatic Negotiation

    Coaching and Mentoring

    Relationship management

    Pricing strategy

    Stakeholder communication

    Statistical forecasting

    Customer relationship management

Additional Information

· Author of the book: “UN VIAJE A TU INTERIOR” Available for sale in Amazon


· Lecturer at UNAM (UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE MÉXICO) #CATEDRASNESTLEProgram

Certification

• Coaching Essentials Certificate International Society of Neuro Semantics, CDMX, 2016-2018

Recommendations

EDUARD GARCIA PALLARES

President of Nestlé Caribbean Region


ANNA CAMPAGNA

Global Sales Director Heineken


ARMANDO ARVIZU

Commercial Vice President COCA COLA


*See details in LinkedIn profile.

Timeline

Senior Commercial Manager

Nestle
10.2023 - 10.2025

• TCSN: The Complete Skilled Negotiator, The GAP Partnership, 2022

10-2022

Senior Shopper & Category Management Manager

Nestle
06.2022 - 10.2024

Team Leader for Grupo Walmart

Reckitt Benkiser
04.2020 - 06.2022

Sales Manager - Modern Channel

Heineken
02.2019 - 04.2020

• Coaching Essentials Certificate International Society of Neuro Semantics, CDMX, 2016-2018

12-2018

KAM - Key Account Manager for Walmart

Heineken
03.2017 - 02.2019

• Diploma Trade Marketing, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, 2015

11-2015

KAM Key Account Manager Regional & HardDiscounters

Heineken
05.2015 - 03.2017

Shopper Marketing Coordinator

Coca-Cola
06.2013 - 12.2014

Trainee Trade Marketing

Danone
12.2010 - 06.2013

MBA - Business Administration And Management

EAE BUSINESS
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Communications

UNIVERSIDAD CRISTOBAL COLON
05.2001 -
JESSICA HIDALGOSTRATEGIC COMMERCIAL LEADER WITH EXPERIENCE IN SUSTAINABLE GROWTH AND TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP