Raquel Rubio Ribelles
Pinehurst,NC
Summary
Dynamic purchasing and supply chain professional with over 10 years of experience in the automotive industry, complemented by recent expertise in labeling and packaging solutions. Exceptional skills in vendor management, process digitalization, and cost control foster seamless team collaboration to drive results. Adept at streamlining operations and expanding customer portfolios through strategic business development initiatives. Committed to leveraging industry insights to optimize supply chain efficiency and enhance organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing & Business Development Manager
Labeling & Packaging Solutions Company
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Digitized and implemented end-to-end processes for purchasing, sales, invoicing, accounting, and customer records, reducing processing time and errors.
- Led vendor negotiations and supplier selection to optimize costs and maintain quality.
- Expanded customer portfolio by identifying and contracting external market-research resources and generating new leads.
- Actively contributed to the commercial team, driving significant new sales and independently growing the client base.
Purchasing Manager
Magneti Marelli Electronics (Fiat Group)
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Directed purchasing planning and management: RFQs, supplier selection, order follow-up, invoice control, and SAP data entry.
- Oversaw stock levels and inventory, resolved supply issues, and supported SAP implementation.
Logistics & Purchasing Manager
Relats S.A.
11.2007 - 11.2011
- Managed supplies for plants in Spain and Morocco, including raw materials and finished goods from plants in Wales, Mexico, and China.
- Coordinated logistics, supervised delivery times and costs, optimized inventory, and evaluated suppliers.
- Maintained SAP database and resolved incidents.
Sales Representative
Relats S.A.
11.2006 - 11.2007
- Managed key automotive accounts in Europe and North Africa (Leoni, Valeo, Yazaki, Delphi).
- Processed orders in ERP, handled claims, urgent requests, and RFQs.
Education
B.A. - Psychology
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya
09.2025
ACTIC Certification - Information and Communication Technologies
UOC
01.2020
Postgraduate - Operations, Logistics & Purchasing Management
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
01.2014
Business Simulation Training - undefined
Centro Ibaiondo
01.2014
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Universitat Ramon Llull
01.2007
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Key user and trainer for SAP modules
- Operational efficiency enhancement
- Leadership in cross-cultural environments
Accomplishments
- Process Digitalization & Efficiency – Led the full digitalization of purchasing, sales, invoicing, and accounting processes for a labeling and packaging company, streamlining operations and reducing errors and processing time.
- Strategic Vendor Management – Negotiated with and selected suppliers to control costs and ensure quality across multiple industries, including automotive and packaging.
- Business Development & Sales Growth – Expanded the customer portfolio through market-research partnerships and personal outreach, securing significant new accounts and driving strong sales growth.
- International Supply-Chain Leadership – Managed logistics and purchasing for multi-site operations in Spain and Morocco, coordinating imports from Europe, Mexico, and China while optimizing inventory and delivery schedules.
- ERP / SAP Expertise – Served as key user and trainer for SAP purchasing modules, providing technical support for new system implementations.
- Cross-Cultural Experience – Lived and worked in Spain, Poland, and Germany, developing adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively in multicultural teams.
Certification
- Postgraduate in Operations, Logistics & Purchasing Management — Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 2014
- ACTIC – Accreditation in Information and Communication Technologies — UOC, 2020
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Catalan
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Purchasing & Business Development Manager
Labeling & Packaging Solutions Company
11.2022 - 01.2024
Purchasing Manager
Magneti Marelli Electronics (Fiat Group)
01.2012 - 12.2012
Logistics & Purchasing Manager
Relats S.A.
11.2007 - 11.2011
Sales Representative
Relats S.A.
11.2006 - 11.2007
ACTIC Certification - Information and Communication Technologies
UOC
Postgraduate - Operations, Logistics & Purchasing Management
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Business Simulation Training - undefined
Centro Ibaiondo
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Universitat Ramon Llull
B.A. - Psychology
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya
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