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Paulina Maria Corrales Vargas

Bogotá,Bogotá

Summary

Reliable business professional with experience in procurement project management, recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue, quick-thinker and conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and project management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

PSSC Leader NAC

Schneider Electric
12.2021 - Current
  • Evaluate market trends, BU needs and company strategy to provide the best procurement solution.
  • Work closely with Tendering and Execution teams to create competitive offers and effective projects delivery.
  • Evaluate customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Prepared accurate project forecasts and maintained regular communication with internal stakeholders regarding project status updates.
  • Increased team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management strategies.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations for main and overall KPI.
  • Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential savings and process improvements.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Project Buyer

Schneider Electric
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Project and services buyer
  • Participated in the selection of high-performing suppliers through comprehensive RFP processes.
  • Terms and conditions negotiation for effective project execution and risk management
  • KPI monthly review
  • Offers negotiation for competitiveness in business
  • Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
  • Proactively identified potential risks in the supply chain, developing mitigation plans as necessary.
  • Balanced multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of quality products.

Procurement Manager

Avintia Colombia
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Create, lead and monitor the Sourcing Strategy for the company projects in execution.
  • Manage the project sourcing based on the execution schedule
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers for different projects at the same time.
  • Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, reducing overall purchasing costs.
  • Established long-term agreements with strategic suppliers, securing favorable pricing and delivery terms.

Subcontracts Administrator

Bacao S.A.S
01.2016 - 04.2017
  • Design and implement the Sourcing Strategy for the project and later the company.
  • Negotiation of land purchasing in a due diligence project stage
  • Negotiation of services and main supplies for the initiation of the project (land works, machinery, planting, land preparation for harvesting, harvesting and fruits preparation)
  • Negotiation of main contracts for the project
  • Resolved disputes between the company and subcontractors in a timely manner, minimizing disruptions to project timelines.
  • Provided ongoing support to project managers regarding contractual matters throughout the lifecycle of each assignment.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with subcontractors, achieving significant cost reductions.

Project Buyer

SNC Lavalin Colombia
12.2011 - 11.2015
  • Contract administrator for the main supply of the project for USD33M
  • Balanced multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of quality products.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance by adhering to established purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented strategic sourcing strategies, resulting in improved negotiation outcomes.
  • Prepared accurate project forecasts and maintained regular communication with internal stakeholders regarding project status updates.
  • Participated in the selection of high-performing suppliers through comprehensive RFP processes.
  • Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.

Project Buyer & Expeditor

Worley Parsons
11.2010 - 11.2011
  • Evaluated supplier capabilities and developed a comprehensive qualification process for new vendors.
  • Proactively identified potential risks in the supply chain, developing mitigation plans as necessary.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of quality products.
  • Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential savings and process improvements.
  • Balanced multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Participated in the selection of high-performing suppliers through comprehensive RFP processes.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.

Education

BBA - Project Management

EAE Business School
Madrid, Spain
04.2018

BBA - International Business Management

Universidad EAN Colombia
Bogota
07.2008

Skills

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Processes and procedures

Negotiation

Process Monitoring and Improvement

Expectation setting

Business Administration

Data Analytics

Contract Management

Business Development

Teamwork and Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Logistics Coordination

Data Analysis

Team Collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Professional Working

Timeline

PSSC Leader NAC

Schneider Electric
12.2021 - Current

Project Buyer

Schneider Electric
01.2019 - 12.2021

Procurement Manager

Avintia Colombia
01.2019 - 05.2019

Subcontracts Administrator

Bacao S.A.S
01.2016 - 04.2017

Project Buyer

SNC Lavalin Colombia
12.2011 - 11.2015

Project Buyer & Expeditor

Worley Parsons
11.2010 - 11.2011

BBA - Project Management

EAE Business School

BBA - International Business Management

Universidad EAN Colombia

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