Karen Cruz

Senior Procurement & Supply Chain Manager with extensive experience leading strategic sourcing, spend optimization, and procurement transformation across LATAM. Proven track record driving high-impact initiatives, including procurement due diligence for major corporate deals, category strategy development (CAPEX, Facilities, MRO, Utilities and Marketing), and large-scale ERP implementations such as Coupa and NetSuite. Recognized for delivering savings through data-driven analysis, contract negotiation, and supplier performance improvement.

Strong background supporting cross-functional teams in Marketing, Operations, Finance, HR, Legal, and Regulatory functions. Experienced in product development sourcing across multiple international markets (Mexico, Colombia, Chile, China) and in strengthening supplier portfolios to ensure operational continuity and value creation.

Strong background supporting cross-functional teams in Marketing, Operations, Finance, HR, Legal, and Regulatory functions. Experienced in product development sourcing across multiple international markets (Mexico, Colombia, Chile, China) and in strengthening supplier portfolios to ensure operational continuity and value creation.

Known for strategic thinking, stakeholder management, process optimization, and the ability to execute complex projects in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Passionate about building scalable procurement structures, improving governance, and enabling business growth through efficient and transparent sourcing practices.

Bacherlor´s degree, business administration